Primary Class Teacher

We are looking for innovative and dynamic Primary Class Teacher with a growth mindset, high expectations and the ability to lead change. This is a unique opportunity for the right person to make a real difference in a uniquely challenging, rewarding and supportive environment.

The successful candidate must:

• Have a proven track record of outstanding practice
• Have a growth-mindset looking to continually improve
• Be able to engage, motivate and support children, staff and parents
• Be a reflective, flexible practitioner with the ability to think creatively and take risks
• Have an advanced ability in using technology to support and enhance learning within the classroom
• Have the interpersonal skills needed to work successfully within teams
• Have experience of enquiry-based learning and/or thematic cross curricular learning

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Development

• Engage with and work towards the whole school strategic focus areas for the year
• Align personal and team goals with strategic priorities through the professional learning cycle

Teaching and Learning

• Collaboratively plan lessons based on the year group KPIs, using responsive teaching methods
• Personalise learning in the classroom for all students
• Analyse and triangulate student data
• Assess using both summative and formative methods and use data tracking to monitor progress of students and plan responsively on a weekly basis
• Complete reports to parents
• Be involved in leading at least 1 CCA each week
• Take part in professional development programs and the professional review cycle

COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• Have a commitment to professional growth and be a reflective practitioner
• Be a part of and support a house group

MINIMUM ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION:

• Appropriate degree and teaching qualification

RELATED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience

COMPETENCIES

• Models the GIS values
• A proven track record of outstanding practice
• Collaborates effectively with others
• Engages in professional learning to improve practice
• Actively participates in the wider life of the school
• Proficient in the use of technologies to support and enhance learning
• Reflective, emotionally mature and self-aware
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to think creatively and take risks
• Have a strong learning-focused philosophy with high expectations
• Motivates and supports children, staff and parents
• A conceptual and analytical thinker
• Curious and eager to learn
• Strong social and emotional skills and intercultural awareness

This job description may be adapted to best fit the skills and needs of the appointed candidate. Over time, the job description may be modified through consultation between the post holder and the management.

Company Overview

Garden International School (GIS) is a well-resourced successful international school with great facilities and a reputation for academic excellence; we place the success of each and every student at the centre of our mission. GIS is a family, and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to work.

GIS is one of the oldest and most distinguished schools in Malaysia with two locations, including the main campus in Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur and an Early Years Centre in Desa Sri Hartamas. We provide British-based education for students ages 3 to 18 years of age across our Early Years Centre (Nursery to Reception), Primary School (Year 1 to Year 6) and Secondary School (Year

7 to Year 13).

GIS gives both teachers and administrative staff in Kuala Lumpur the opportunity to develop their professional skills through ongoing training, whilst working with best-in-class ICT facilities and keen, enthusiastic students and parents.

With our commitment to a holistic education and our Student Vision, teachers play an active role in the co-curricular life of the school, enhancing both theirs and their students' experience.

Our campuses are stimulating and spirited places for anyone looking for teaching or administrative opportunities in Kuala Lumpur.

Garden International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all offers of employment are subject to a criminal record check (COGC or equivalent).