Secondary Japanese Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

Australian International School (AIS) Saigon, a renowned international, co-educational K-13 school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has been educating young men and women for more than 16 years. Known for our innovation, collaboration and engagement, and our care for each student, we seek a dynamic, visionary, and committed Kindergarten Teacher to be part of our Primary School team. AIS is an IB PYP authorised school. AIS Saigon offers a competitive remuneration package, which includes accommodation allowance; flight allowance; and insurance.  The school community is friendly, supportive, and welcoming.  We place great pride in our ethos, and we value our staff and support their professional development.  Vietnam and in particular Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant place to live, with a rich culture.  Teachers enjoy an excellent standard of living.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use a range of instructional techniques and media consistent with available resources and student needs.
• Develop, deliver, and assess the Japanese language in the Secondary and the IB Diploma Programme.
• Provide a positive learning environment for each student and inspire students to expand their understanding and enjoyment of the subject(s).
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of each student to be socially and academically successful.
• Organise and lead extra-curricular activities and student engagement in the Japanese language.
• Use a variety of assessment methods to ensure student knowledge and understanding are appropriately recorded.
• Ensure the required standards of classroom management and student behaviour are met.
• Supervise Extended Essay students for the IB Diploma and/or Community Service projects as required.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A positive, child-centred individual with excellent communication skills.
• Fluency in Japanese with an excellent command of the language (reading, writing, speaking).
• Qualified teaching certificate/licensure appropriate for grade level and subject area, or certification in Japanese language
• Bachelor’s degree in Japanese and Teaching Certification in Japanese.
• Experience in teaching the International Baccalaureate
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working with students.
• Solid working knowledge of the concepts, activities, and techniques related to teaching Japanese.
• Well-organised and proficient in school management systems.
• Patient, flexible, and innovative, with a clear comprehension of how students learn.
• Team player, diplomatic, proactive and problem-solver.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.