Domain 1 - Planning and Preparation
The teacher is expected to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of subject area content.
- Demonstrate effective use of available materials and resources, including digital learning where applicable.
- Demonstrate consideration of varied instructional models and assessment methods to optimize learning.
- Incorporate host country and multicultural resources
- Demonstrate knowledge of the developmental phases of learning.
- Develops plans to meet the varied needs of a diverse student population.
- Plan collaboratively for student learning.
Domain 2 - Teaching, Learning and Assessing
The teacher is expected to:
- Build on students’ previous knowledge and experience.
- Use a range and balance of teaching strategies, including inquiry and real-life investigations.
- Understand and use technology appropriately to support learning.
- Develop strategies that will actively promote the IB Learner Profile.
- Tailor teaching strategies to address the needs of all students, taking into account different stages of development and learning styles.
- Address the needs of students who are not proficient in the language of instruction.
- Encourage students to take action, which promotes care and concern for the welfare of others and the environment.
- Encourage students to actively participate in their own learning.
- Engage students in becoming creative and critical thinkers.
- Provide students with regular opportunities for reflection on their own learning as a part of the assessment process.
- Use a range of formative and summative assessment strategies to inform and modify teaching and learning.
- Provide students with regular and prompt feedback to support and improve their learning. - Display qualities such as patience, empathy, interest and concern for students.
Domain 3 – Learning Environment
The teacher is expected to:
- Create a safe and stimulating learning environment based on understanding and respect.
- Manage procedures and routines so that students are engaged.
- Manage student behaviour in ways that enhance the overall learning environment and respect the student’s dignity.
- Use a positive behaviour management approach which encourages responsible behaviour
- Recognize and avert potential behaviour problems.
Domain 4 – Professional Responsibilities
The teacher is expected to:
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.
- Reflect on the effectiveness of his/her teaching and learning.
- Contribute to the on-going development of the school.
- Participate in team planning and collaborative activity.
- Provide clear communication with stakeholder groups as and when required.
- Maintain constructive and professional relationships with parents.
- Maintain constructive and professional relationships with all staff.
- Show respect, sensitivity and compassion towards others.
- Model the attributes of the IB Learner Profile.
General
The teacher is expected to:
- Support community related activities in the promotion of the ‘life of the school’. - Provide support for other activities as deemed appropriate by the Head of School within the scope of responsibilities as teacher.
- Any other duties that may, from time to time, reasonably be required within the general level of responsibility of the post.