Expat Secondary Science Teacher

Job Description

Secondary Science Teacher for International Program (Common Core/Oxford) -- August 2026

US Vietnam Talent International School (UTS) is a member of Van Lang Education Group, one of the largest education groups in Vietnam, providing a comprehensive educational pathway from kindergarten to postgraduate over the last 28 years. Established in 2018, UTS is committed to creating a safe, caring, and creative learning environment that inspires students to develop their talents and character, becoming well-rounded lifelong learners and compassionate leaders who contribute to global change.

Our curriculum merges traditional Vietnamese values with the goal of forming global citizens meeting international standards. For more information, please visit our website: UTS Official Website.

We are seeking dynamic, experienced, and professionally certified Secondary Science Teachers to join our international teaching team for the 2026–27 academic year. Successful applicants will teach within our International Secondary Program, delivering high-quality instruction aligned with either the Common Core framework or the Oxford International Curriculum, as assigned by the school. Teaching allocations may include general Secondary Science and related programme‑aligned courses, depending on timetable and curriculum requirements.

We are looking for educators fully committed to fostering a student‑centered learning environment that embodies the UTS Core Values:
Integrity, Respect, Courage, Contribution, Lifelong Learning, and Creativity.

UTS Van Lang Complex – Go Vap Campus
80/68 Dương Quảng Hàm, Phường An Nhơn, Gò Vấp, Ho Chi Minh

At UTS, we value the diverse skills and experiences our teachers bring to our community. We offer a competitive salary that reflects each candidate‘s qualifications, classroom experience, and specialized skills.

• Competitive salary package
• Housing allowance
• Summer Payments
• Airfare support
• Visa, Work Permit, and Temporary Residence Card (TRC) fully
• Health insurance
• Paid national holidays and school‑designated holidays
• Tuition fee support for eligible dependents enrolled at UTS
• Dependent visa and residency support (where applicable)
• Complimentary lunches provided at the school cafeteria

• Working Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 16:45pm.
• Deliver Secondary Level Science instruction within the International Program, aligned with the Common Core and/or Oxford International Curriculum, as assigned by the school.
• Teach Secondary Science and related programme‑aligned courses, as required by timetable and curriculum needs.
• Teach up to 30 teaching periods per week, plus 2 fixed ECA or tutorial periods (40 minutes per period).
• Operational Flexibility:
  Teachers may be asked to adjust their schedules occasionally to meet the needs of the school community, which includes supporting colleagues by covering classes when necessary.
• Lesson Planning:
  Teachers have access to quality resources to support lesson planning and student engagement.
• Non‑Contact time:
  Free periods for lesson planning, administrative tasks and covering.
• Attend annual parent‑teacher meetings as scheduled.
• Collaborate with local teachers to effectively communicate with parents about academic and social matters, including follow‑ups on reports and during parent‑teacher meetings.
• Regularly update student progress each quarter in our LMS system.
• Ensure a purposeful and safe learning environment for all students.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback on the effectiveness of the curriculum and teaching materials.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school events.

• A university degree in Science or a closely related field (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Integrated Science).
• A recognised professional teaching qualification or licence (e.g. PGCE, QTS, Teaching License).
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Master degree.
• At least two years of post‑qualification teaching experience at Secondary level, gained in a recognised…