Ibdp- Biology Teacher

Job description

Subject Knowledge and Methodological Competence
- Understanding curriculum standards and Principles of Biology.
- Adjusting teaching practices to support differentiated learning.
- Creating stimulating lesson plans to foster maximum student’s engagement in

Biology
- Strategizing lessons to create student’s interest in Biology with analogies from

daily life situations and examples.
- Supervising lab sessions, guiding students on Individual assessments, delivering

practical demonstrations.
- Developing experimental and investigative scientific skills including the use of

current technologies
- Creating real world connections via transdisciplinary and cross
- curricular

approach to bring out the nature of science
- Appreciating scientific study and creativity within a global context through

stimulating and challenging opportunities
- Guiding students to be critically aware, as global citizens, of the ethical

implications of using science and technology
- Developing an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines

and their influence on other areas of knowledge.
- Creating a critical awareness of the need for, and the value of, effective

collaboration and communication during scientific activities
- Developing an ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize scientific information
- Taking part in the process of mentoring and supervising of the Extended Essay

component of the IB for Biology.
- Willing to teach Biology across the age and for the IB Diploma Programme (Grades

11 & 12).
- Identifying and teaching study skills that will develop students' ability to work both

independently and collaboratively.
- Planning activities and worksheets aligned to foster approaches to learning.

effectively educate students.
- Assists in managing curriculum and study courses for the student’s development.
- Gives practical analysis of the courses to create interest.
- Provides students with structure and support in a safe learning environment to

enable them to develop socially, emotionally and morally.
- Introduces new study patterns among the students to develop their interest and do

regular studies.
- Develops the lesson plan in accordance with the curriculum guidelines, and

presents the lesson plans to the academic coordinators for approval.
- Plans lessons based on inquiry, focussed on conceptual understanding,

differentiated to meet the needs of all learners and informed by assessment

(formative and summative)
- Reviews the feedback from the academic coordinators and revises the lesson

plans accordingly
- Keeps up to date with the latest teaching aids, such as the use of technology in

classroom learning, and integrate these into the teaching process
- Creates challenging and engaging learning opportunities for students, and fosters

a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for learning
- Develops worksheets, handouts, and other learning materials in line with the

lesson plan and curriculum, as well as the assessments and examinations.
- Responsible for the timely marking and correction of assignments completed by

the students

Organizational Competence:

- Creates a well-organized, orderly and task-oriented learning environment.
- Assesses students’ progress and reports to the principal about them. Conduct

assessment tests to evaluate students’ progress
- Assesses, records and reports on the development, progress and results of

students
- Identifies students who may require additional assistance, academic or non
- academic, and ensures they receive the necessary support
- Contributes to extra-curricular activities and participates in school activities such

as assemblies, meetings and conferences
- Ensures the safety of students at all times

Reflection and Development:

- Reflects regularly on the development of personal and professional capabilities. - Communicates the development of students to the Coordinator & Principal. Focussed on effective teamwork and collaboration:
Interpersonal Competence:

- Creates an atmosphere of trust by dealing with students in a positive and open

way.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
- Graduate & Bachelor in Education (Specialisation in Biology for senior teacher)
- Computer literacy, is required to work on software.
- Ability to support Blended cum Hybrid Learning.
- 3-5 years of Teaching experience
- Collaborates with other teachers to share new ideas, teaching approaches,

content and professional knowledge
- Communicates and provides feedback to the parents during the Parent Teacher

Meetings, and whenever necessary
- Ensures open communication channel and coordination with parents and others

involved in the education and development of the students.
- Enables students understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to support

their learning and personal development.
- Preferred Masters in Biology with International Teaching Qualification / Certificate that qualifies for

accreditation according to IB educational syste