Upper Elementary Teacher

Employer:
United School of Tokyo


Location:
Job Location
Japan

UST has a new opening for an experienced educator to fill the role of an Upper Elementary School Homeroom Teacher.

At UST, our mission is to raise passionate learners, creative thinkers, and conscientious, responsible and caring individuals. We look for teachers and leaders who aspire to serve as role-models to our students and the school community as a whole. Our teachers inspire and encourage students to strive for growth by challenging themselves in a variety of areas, including academics, creativity, experiential learning, extra-curricular activities and community service.

We seek teachers who are:
passionate progressive educator
enthusiastic and dedicated people who view teaching as more than just a job
responsible and professional
effective team-players and good communicators
respectful and caring; compassionate and considerate
flexible and creative; constructive problem solvers
always ready to go an extra mile for their students and the school
self-critical with a good sense of humor
full of desire and aptitude for personal and professional growth

This position is for an Upper Elementary School Teacher, working with students in grades 3 to 5.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education
Teaching credentials
Minimum 5 years teaching experience
Experience with the Common Core Standards
Collaborating on curriculum, instruction, and assessment with colleagues
Utilizing effective classroom management strategies
Connecting positively with students and families
Working with students with mild learning differences and English Language Learners

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Actively supporting and promoting the school’s mission, vision, and values
Developing and executing the preparation, planning, and delivery of lessons for students
Using a range and balance of teaching strategies
Grouping strategies using a variety of different learning situations, including whole class small group, partner work, and individual work
Building on student capabilities and differentiating to meet student needs
Ensuring that the classroom environment is well managed and appropriately resourced
Planning in a collegial and professional manner with peers, showing respect, being prepared and on time, and adhering to the school-wide norms at all times
Involving students, parents, and colleagues in the assessment process on a regular basis and as appropriate
Evaluating the program collaboratively with teaching partners, and parents, and students as appropriate
Regularly communicating with students’ parents regarding strengths and areas of growth as they relate to the standards, including their next steps in learning
Providing students with regular opportunities to engage in authentic learning by making real-world connections, including connections with our host country
Participating in leading and/or assisting extracurricular activities such as after-school clubs, social activities, sporting activities, and overnight trips
Performing additional duties as assigned by the Principal

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

United School of Tokyo

Job Location
Japan

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