Secondary English Teacher
Vietnam Australia International Educational Corporation
Ho Chi Minh City
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Apply by:
- 4 March 2018
Job overview
Established in 2004 and licensed by the Vietnamese Government, Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) is a private school group with the national education system offering K-12 education programmes. At present, VAS is offering educational services to more than 7,200 students from K through 12 at 7 campuses in Ho Chi Minh City.
VAS has successfully implemented the two study pathways for its students, including: (1) the National Education Programme combined with the Cambridge Academic Programme (CAP) and (2) the National Education Programme combined with the Cambridge English Programme (CEP). Both study pathways are benchmarked with internationally and nationally recognized qualifications/certifications and carefully designed to suit students in Vietnam.
VAS welcomes interests and application from qualified experienced and enthusiastic teachers to share our vision.
Vietnam Australia International School (VAS), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam requires a number of Secondary English Teachers with at least 2 years (full academic year) teaching English for grade 6 to 12 and A level; Cambridge International Curriculum experience is preferred.
Candidates should come from a professional background of Bachelor degree or higher in education or a relevant teaching subject, along with a valid teaching certificate/license. candidates with professional background of ESL, Master TESOL (or equivalent), DELTA certification with relevant experience will also be considered.
Reporting to Heads of Secondary Programme and Secondary English Department Head, Secondary English Teacher is in charge of the following:
1) TEACHING & LEARNING
· Provide an organized, disciplined and stimulating environment for students’ learning both inside and outside the classroom
· Promote child centered learning through stimulating, differentiated activities that foster different learning styles
· Demonstrate excellence in the classroom
· Create instructional resources for use in the classroom
· Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities: create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year; lesson plans submitted on a weekly basis or as instructed by supervisor
· Create positive educational climate for students to learn in.
· Meet course and school-wide student performance goals
· Provide proper, accurate and timely assessments for student learning, including creating and conducting tests, exams, grade papers, comments, reporting, etc. based on the guidelines given by the school; ensure full compliance of assessment criteria given by the school
· Create projects to enhance teaching
· Read and stay abreast of current topics / methodologies and approaches in education
· Utilize various curriculum resources
· Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans
· Utilize curricula to provide the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds the students deserve
· Develop incentives to keep students participating in class
· Utilize public library or on-line resources
· Work with programme supervisors to ensure objectives are being met
· Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
· Prepare and distribute required reports
· Manage student behaviour by invoking approved disciplinary procedures
· Participate in on-going training sessions
· Participate in, plan & conduct extra-curriculum activities for students as assigned by the school (at least one activity per week)
· All other administrative duties as needed
2) PASTORAL RESPONSIBILITIES
· Promote a positive, confident and happy international community
· Have high expectations of personal endeavor and achievement
· Attend staff meetings, parents/teacher meetings, school trips & school events and functions as and when required by the school (including events organized on Saturdays and Sundays)
· Support and implement the student code of conduct
· Cover for absent colleagues when required
3) RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE SCHOOL
· Work closely with other staff members as a team, sharing skills and equipment with other staff
· Contribute actively to the school’s Newsletters/Bulletin and Booklets
· Assist in marketing programmes and parent discussion groups and other programmes to promote the school and its philosophies
3) OTHER TASKS
· Undertake other tasks as and when assigned by the Immediate Superior and/or the school
Benefits package includes competitive salary, monthly housing allowance, medical insurance, paid school holidays, tuition exemption for up to two children, flight reimbursement, visa reimbursement, settling-in allowance and retention benefits. Initial contract is two year starting July 26, 2018.
E-mail your CV directly to: recruitment.tes@vas.edu.vn with a relevant position in the subject line providing a full resume, cover letter, scans of all relevant documents/certifications, references (3+) and passport.
Attached documents
About Vietnam Australia International Educational Corporation
- Vietnam Australia International Educational Corporation
- 594 Ba Thang Hai Street, Ward 14, District 10
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Vietnam
ABOUT VAS
Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) pursues the vision of “Being a growing school group of excellence”. VAS provides students with a solid foundation by delivering a harmonious combination of the Vietnamese National and the Cambridge International education programmes, preparing them to be successful in life and higher education whilst preserving Vietnamese values.
At VAS we understand that nothing is more important and valuable to a child than having the opportunity to obtain a sound education that enables them to be successful in the future. We apply some of the most updated teaching methods to provide students with profound cultural and core knowledge alongside practical life skills and life values. We aim to create an environment where every student can experience and express kindness, love and respect; are supported to make the most of their abilities.
VAS has built a strong community of national and international teachers, staff and managers, who passionately and effectively deliver VAS’s educational programmes. In addition, VAS aims to excel in communicating and engaging parents to create a partnership where families support our educational staff and objectives to ensure that all students achieve their full potential.
We wish for every student to develop a high level of academic achievement and grow both intellectually and socially. We believe that today’s young talents will be successful in the future if they are provided with the highest standard of education right from the beginning. We hope that their time spent at VAS will be the most enjoyable and memorable time of their student life.
OPPORTUNITY
The pace of change is accelerating due to digitalization, generative AI revolution, and increasing environmental sustainability demands. As the largest and leading premium bilingual international K-12 school group in Vietnam for over 20 years, VAS has a unique opportunity to strengthen its leadership and drive profitable growth by adapting swiftly to these shifts.
By 2029, our 2000 teachers and staff will support over 10,000 students to become responsible, well-rounded, responsible and tech-savvy global changemakers with strong Vietnamese roots. Our academic results will continuously rank above the global average and our graduates will integrate targeted reputable universities, receiving increased scholarships year after year. More than 95% of our students’ parents will be satisfied or highly satisfied with our services.
PRIORITIES
1 - Enhancing our Education Services Quality and Differentiation: We will strengthen & differentiate our education services (CEP, CAP-B, CAP-I) thanks to an advanced literacy, enabling more personalized teaching and learning practices and superior results. Distinctive digital literacy (including GenAI’s ones), wellbeing, English oracy, soft skills, and design thinking skills will be core elements of our curriculum & ECAs.
2 - Fostering Agility and Innovation: By simplifying and streamlining our processes, deploying modern IT systems (CRM, Finance ERP, LMS-SIS, HRM) and data management, and changing our leadership practices, we will enhance cross-functional collaboration, empowerment and innovation for our customers’ benefit. We will become more agile, able to adapt and respond swiftly and cost-effectively to the evolving needs of our students and stakeholders and to the acceleration of change.
3 - Strengthening Employee Competencies with a focus on Digital Literacy: We will strengthen our employees’ competencies and performances by enhancing our professional development activities and performance management processes. Additionally, we will build a strong and advanced digital literacy and GenAI usage among teachers and colleagues through developing and deploying a unique digital literacy proprietary training program.
INTERNATIONAL TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES AT VAS
Teaching at VAS in Vietnam means joining an inspiring and supportive international school community. Our students are enthusiastic, respectful, and eager to learn, while our faculty is committed to collaborative teaching and ongoing professional growth. Join VAS and enjoy the benefits of teaching in a diverse environment where you can truly make a difference.
BENEFITS OF TEACHING IN VIETNAM AND AT VAS
1. Dynamic Professional Environment – Work with committed educators and engaged students in a forward-thinking, multicultural setting.
2. Supportive Infrastructure – Access mentorship from experienced science leaders, continual training, and curriculum support through our Cambridge International Professional Development Centre.
3. Career Growth – Develop your teaching practice, earn new qualifications, and explore leadership pathways in one of Vietnam’s most respected education groups.
4. Attractive Employment Package – Receive a competitive salary, extensive benefits, accommodation and relocation support, plus tuition assistance for dependants.
5. Life in Vietnam – Experience the warm, welcoming culture, affordable cost of living, and exciting travel opportunities.
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