Teacher - Social Science

Position: TEACHER - SOCIAL SCIENCE
Purpose of Role

To lead the academic and administrative functions of the school, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and effective learning environment. The Principal is accountable for student achievement, staff development, operational excellence, parental engagement, and community-building that aligns with the mission and vision of TIPS.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students.  Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect.  We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively.  We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.  We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.  Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Role Definition

Teachers Inspire, Guide and encourage students to develop and fulfil the student's academic potential. They plan, organize and implement the instructional program.

Responsibility Deliverable

Delivering the Curriculum
Supporting the Students
Participation In School Development

Tasks & Activities

Delivering the Curriculum
Take responsibility in supporting, nurturing and taking a genuine interest in the holistic development of children assigned to you.
Work closely with the Co-ordinator and fellow teachers to ensure the effective preparation and delivery of the plans
Putting into practice the school's learning and Teaching Strategy and employing a wide variety of learning and teaching tools to make learning both effective and enjoyable.
Ensure curriculum documentation is recorded in the work planners and meet the deadline.
Ensure that the notebooks are corrected and proper feedback is given to the students.
Ensuring that all students are able to progress according to their ability.
Maximising learning opportunities both within and outside the classroom through field trips, visiting speakers, varied teaching styles and resources.
Establishing and monitoring clear homework expectations and providing meaningful feedback.
Supporting the Students
Ensuring discipline (refer discipline policy) at all times in classrooms, playgrounds, and in school buses is a matter of moral obligation of every teacher.
Ensuring all the students perform very well in their academic assessments both in board as well as their FA's and SA's.
Identifying students who need SEN support and providing personalised care to bring them on par with others, during and after school hours.
Teachers need to see that all students speak only in English at all times except in second language classes.
Maintain positive learning environments where students are actively and collaboratively engaged in learning
Giving constructive, positive feedback to students through dialogue and marking of their work.
Plan outbound learning and guest/expert sessions along with the coordinator.
Keeping accurate records of the progress of each student. Keeping appropriate levels of confidentiality regarding students
Being flexible in order to help the school meet the needs of students
Reporting student progress to parents through conferences and written reports.
Creatively displaying student work within classrooms and the shared areas of the school
To be a mentor for the students for their academic and personal needs. Inform the coordinators if the student needs the support of Student Counsellor.
Participating in Whole School Developments
Punctuality to school and classes must be the order of the day
collaborating with colleagues on curriculum planning and development
Attending and helping to organise events for students, parents or the wider community.
Reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns directly to the help desk
Working effectively in a transparent and collaborative manner and provide professional support for colleagues
Show responsibility in safe and proper use of school facilities and resources. Reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns directly to the help desk
Take charge in creating a healthy and safe environment for the students. Be observant and vigilant on safety and discipline aspects while in field trips, dining hall or in school bus.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Positive Student Survey
Completion of Minimum training hours
Managing and Display of Student works in the Soft Boards and across learning environments
Board handling facilitators
Salem – CBSE
- Gr 10 and 12 all above 70%. Cambridge 100% pass results in Grade 8th, 10th, 11th and 12th.
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