Specific Responsibilities - Thai Guidance Teacher:
- provide individual counselling sessions with secondary school students to assess their academic strengths, interests, and career goals;
- offer personal support to address social, emotional, and behavioural concerns and help students navigate the challenges of adolescence;
- assist students in researching and selecting suitable international universities and programs based on their aspirations and academic profiles;
- offer guidance on standardised testing, application deadlines, and admission requirements;
- aid in writing compelling personal statements, resumes, and recommendation letters, as well as student portfolios;
- facilitate the University application process, helping students complete applications, submit required documents, and meet deadlines;
- organise mock interviews and preparation sessions to equip students for university interviews and assessment tests;
- conduct career assessments and provide information about potential career paths, helping students make informed decisions about their future;
- assist students in exploring work experience and volunteer opportunities to build their resumes and gain practical experience;
- organise workshops and seminars on University admissions, career planning, and study abroad opportunities for students and parents;
- stay up-to-date with current trends in higher education and share this information with students and colleagues;
- establish and maintain strong relationships with University admissions officers, allowing for open lines of communication and potential scholarship opportunities for students;
- collaborate with teachers, school administration, and parents to provide comprehensive support to students.
- organise work experience programme in collaboration with the Year 12 leader.
- meeting regularly with parents to discuss career planning and guidance.
Specific Responsibilities - Classroom Teacher
Teaching and Class Management
- establish and maintain a safe environment and purposeful working atmosphere which supports learning and in which pupils feel secure and confident;
- set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching and positive and productive relationships;
- provide clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation, and challenge
- use a variety of teaching methods to:
(i) develop pupils’ thinking through the implementation of the Thinking School Programme;
(ii) structure information well, including outlining learning intentions and summarising key points as the lesson progresses;
(iii) instruct, demonstrate, and give accurate, well-paced explanations using appropriate vocabulary;
(iv) use effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils, and give attention to errors and misconceptions.
- select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through the use of the library, ICT, and other resources;
- ensure pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills, and understanding appropriate to the subjects taught;
- critically evaluate teaching to improve effectiveness;
- promote the general progress and well-being of all students in the school.
Planning
- identify clear teaching and learning objectives and specify how these will be taught and assessed;
- set tasks which challenge pupils and ensure a high level of interest;
- set appropriate and demanding expectations for pupils’ learning, motivation, and presentation of work;
- identify and differentiate for the needs of individuals and groups within the class, taking note of Individual Education Action Plans;
- plan opportunities to contribute to pupils’ thinking, numeracy, literacy, and pastoral care.
Other professional requirements:
- operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school;
- establish effective working relationships and set a good example through presentation and personal and professional conduct;
- endeavour to allow every student to reach their potential and meet high expectations;
- contribute to the life of the school through effective participation in meetings and extra-curricular activities;
- participate in the arrangements made for Performance Management in the school; take responsibility for professional development in relation to school policies and practices; ensuring that all targets set at appraisal and action plans prepared are implemented
- communicate and cooperate with parents;
- participating in administrative and organisational tasks related to such duties as described;
- carry out other duties as reasonably required by the Headteacher.