Secondary EAL Teacher
ICS Inter-Community School Zurich
Secondary
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2021
- Apply by:
- 8 November 2020
Job overview
EAL refers to English as an Additional Language and is provided to students for whom English is not their first language and require some strengthening of their English language competence. Sometimes, an EAL teacher also teaches EAP which is English for Academic Purposes, typically to older students in the Middle Years section of the school (e.g. Grades 9 and 10) who require some strengthening of their English language competence.
We require an EAL teacher who can also teach IB Diploma English B to Grades 11 and 12.
All teachers at ICS are responsible for ensuring that their practice inside and outside the classroom is in harmony with the educational philosophy of the school. All teachers are members of departmental, grade level and secondary teams and as such share responsibility for positively supporting school change as outlined in the school’s strategic plan.
Teachers need to demonstrate a strong commitment to the school’s shared cultural competencies, such as maintaining a collaborative ethos within the school. In addition, teachers need to embody an understanding of the social and emotional dimensions of learning as evidenced by their practice.
Responsibilities:
Teaching EAL and EAP classes within the Secondary age range (Grade 6 - Grade 12)
Teaching IB Diploma English B to Grades 11 and 12
Identifying students needing EAL support on entry and conducting individual assessments as needed,
Teaching the Personal Development Programme to the class for which he/she is a tutor
Participating in the co-teaching model as developed by the EAL and LS teams
Ensuring curriculum plans are up-to-date for the grade levels he/she teaches
Contributing positively to the collaborative culture of his/her teams by being an engaged participant in team and Secondary school meetings
Supporting the social and emotional well-being of students in their classes
Ensuring assessments support ongoing learning by providing timely, relevant and appropriate feedback to students on formative and summative assessments
Monitoring, assessing and recording each child’s progress and setting targets
Demonstrating effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning
Using technology to enhance learning
Keeping parents informed about the learning of their children, and being proactive in communication with parents
Informing, in a timely manner that allows for early intervention, tutors and the Secondary Pastoral Leadership Team about issues of concern related to student welfare, achievement and behaviour
Constructing learning activities that challenge students and demonstrate an understanding of the diverse needs of the students in their classes
Supervising Personal Projects and Extended Essays as required
Contributing to the field trip programme
Assisting with the development of children’s social and academic language acquisition
Celebrating the cultural diversity of the school population and exploring links with our students’ home countries and first language
Creating and maintaining an orderly, safe, stimulating and informative classroom environment
Recording and reporting student progress following the procedures established by the school
Adhering to Secondary School deadlines
Assisting, as requested, with the cover of classes for absent colleagues
Assisting, as requested, with the administration of exams
Liaising within the EAL Team to ensure that programme requirements are met
Informing Subject Teachers about issues of concern related to student welfare, achievement and behaviour
Keeping up to date with developments in the profession and studying relevant professional literature
Contributing to Extra-Curricular Activities to enhance the school experience for learners
Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required:
Current classroom teacher qualification
Bachelor’s degree
English as first language (‘mother tongue’)
Experience in an international school environment advantageous
Experience in teaching EAL, additional qualifications desired
Knowledge and experience of the IB Diploma and Middle Years programmes
Experience in teaching learners with diverse needs
Strong classroom management skills
Competence in using technology for both learning and information management purposes
Strong organisational skills
A specialist, up-to-date knowledge of language acquisition pedagogy
Knowledge of the developmental needs of children of 12 - 18 years
Empathy and social skills
Documented record of excellence in teaching
Attached documents
About ICS Inter-Community School Zurich
The ICS Inter-Community School, situated in Zürich, is a mainstream, mixed gender, all-through school located in Zurich. Established in 1960, the ICS now has over 800 students from 55 nationalities.
At the Primary School level The Inter-Community School covers the following subjects; Mathematics, Reading and Writing, The Arts, and Social Studies,
At the Middle and Secondary School levels, students of the Inter-Community School study English, German, Sciences, Mathematics, French, Spanish, Performing Arts, Design, and Physical Education.
Values and Vision
The Inter-Community School teaches its students to make personal connections to their own learning process, and shows them how to build upon knowledge that they have gained previously. Students are also taught to work as individuals or in groups, teaching them valuable skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
The Inter-Community School believes that its teaching staff should always be striving to learn new methods of education in order to always provide their students with the best possible education. In addition, a high percentage of the school’s staff are International Baccalaureate workshop leaders, who’s special experience help to provide the students with an enriched experience. Teachers are expected to not only support their students academically, but also emotionally, thereby creating a supportive learning environment that keeps students highly motivated and focused.
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