Description
Head of English Program in Hai Phong, Vietnam
OBJECTIVE:
Head of English program assists the Head of School in the formulation of policies, organizational plans, goals and objectives in order to develop and maintain an educationally effective school of excellence. Head of English program assumes supervision on behalf of or in the absence of the Head of School.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
The Head of English program reports directly to the Head of School at The Dewey School Hai Phong (TDS HP).
The Head of English program is also expected to provide regular reports to the Director of School.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Instructional Supervision and Staff Development:
● Effectively supervises instructional performance of the professional staff through frequent and ongoing observation
● Identifies staff members whose performance is marginal and develops appropriate instructional improvement programs
● Provides appropriate opportunities for the staff to increase curricular and instructional expertise
● Provides assistance to the professional staff in developing effective classroom management and discipline techniques
● Monitors team teaching activities and coordinates student grouping
● Leads the orientation of new teachers
● Develops instructional coaching program based on the school needs
2. Curriculum Development, Supervision and Evaluation:
● Utilizes test results in analyzing program effectiveness and identifying areas needing improvement
● Participates in the review and/or recommends for approval of all textbooks and curriculum materials
● Supports teams with grade-level curriculum development and refinement
● Supports individual teachers with unit and lesson-level curriculum development and refinement
● Ensures curriculum alignment from Grade 1-10
● Ensures all curriculum documentation is warehoused and manages individual access to documentation
● Liaises with the Head of Vietnamese program on curriculum alignment and student concerns
● Ensures all curriculum documentation is appropriately communicated and sharing is coordinated between teams and support staff
● Ensures materials and supplies support curriculum and programming
● Regularly evaluates the alignment of written curriculum with International Student Program Philosophy of teaching and learning
● Ensures that the curriculum is properly differentiated
3. Other Administrative Duties
● Implements school policies pertaining to teaching and learning
● Contributes to the school’s strategic development plan
● Participates in recruiting new teachers and assistant teachers
● Contributes to the creation of the annual school calendar
● Provides pastoral care of all students, including supporting parents with pastoral issues
● Liaises with Head of School in regard to any student with Learning Support needs
● Oversees the discipline of the students
● Serves as a key member of the administrative team
● Supports the administration in key initiatives like coordinating field trips, scheduling
● Coordinates external assessments, supports parent communication, and school events
● Assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
● Master Degree or equivalent
● Degree in Education related discipline (administration, management or curriculum development)
● Updated training in relevant areas of expertise
Experiences
● A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience, at least three years in a similar position
● Ability to relate to the students, professional staff, parents/guardians, and members of the community
● Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
● Ability to coordinate campus support operations
● Ability to implement policy and procedures
● Ability to interpret data
Qualities of An Effective Head of English program
● A genuine love for children
● Thorough understanding of school operations
● Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
● Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
BENEFITS:
• Visa/work permit sponsor, including spouse and up to 2 dependents
• Paid flight to Vietnam and share 50% of quarantine cost if any
• Paid personal leave days and public holidays
• Monthly KPIs bonus, Mid-term/Final term KPIs bonuses
• A month salary bonus for a completion of 10 working months
• Sponsored round trip air tickets for home visit during summer break
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing support for new teachers, bank assistance, phone set-up, etc.
• Tuition discount for up to 2 children
• School lunch
Minimum Application Requirements
Qualification:
Minimum Qualification Requirement:
B.Ed
Familty status
requirments:
Single Teacher with No Dependant(s)
Type of Staff:
Male or Female can apply to this job
Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa)
Must be a native speaker of English
Newly Qualified Teachers are NOT considered
A Newly Qualified Teachers program is provided
Must have international experience to apply
Open University qualification(s) are NOT accepted
Teachers with a degree but no teaching qualification are NOT accepted
Experienced teachers with no qualification are NOT accepted
Non-western trained teachers who have worked in an international educational institute before are NOT accepted
Remuneration Package
Salary Range:
A salary
VND (Vietnam Dong)
based on experience and qualification,
Medical:
Private medical provided
Medical Insurance:
Medical insurance of value Given
Contract Length:
2 years contract renewable on mutual agreement
Important Information
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Please Note: The job description and requirements above have come directly from the employer and not from SeekTeachers.
This is an overseas position with different cultural beliefs and a segregated learning policy and as such it satisfies the criteria of
a genuine requirement for the post, under schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
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