English Enrichment Teacher

Lorna Whiston Schools conducts classes for students ranging in age from 18 months to 16 years, with the broad aim of improving their English language skills. ‘Transforming lives through learning’ is the company’s vision, a far-reaching statement that captures the transformative and life-changing experiences that we aim for our students and our staff to experience. Our English Enrichment centres aim to develop children’s language skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Most students are Singaporean and attend English enrichment classes for two hours per week, in groups of a maximum of 12 students, arranged by age level. The successful candidate will work towards helping learners make excellent progress with their English, engendering in them a love of learning by delivering the LWS curriculum in an engaging, interactive and professional manner and contributing positively to life at Lorna Whiston Schools. Planning, Teaching and Class Management To prepare and deliver the Lorna Whiston English Enrichment curriculum with care and enthusiasm, in ways that facilitate active learning, excite curiosity and enrich the learners’ knowledge and understanding. To meet the learning objectives of each programme and differentiate learning activities to meet the varying needs of the students in each class. To use relevant teaching resources to support instruction. To liaise closely with the Headteacher on any matters concerning student development, performance or behaviour that are of concern. To play an active role in improving and/or developing new curriculum to meet the needs of the organization and its students. To create a stimulating, tidy and interactive classroom and create regular displays of students’ work. To establish routines and enforce age-appropriate classroom management procedures. To ensure that the students are supervised and safe at all times. Monitoring, Assessment, Reporting and Recording To encourage and monitor the development and progress of each individual student through age-appropriate assessment and careful observation. To guide and mark class work in a timely and careful manner. To provide students, parents and other stakeholders with appropriate and constructive feedback on progress made, both on an on-going basis and during our more formal parent-teacher meetings. To maintain accurate and complete records of students' attendance, progress, development, and any other records required by the Company. Activities to support the Lorna Whiston Brand To be an ambassador for Lorna Whiston Schools. To build a strong and positive rapport with students and parents that encourages customer confidence, student retention and customer loyalty. To participate in company marketing initiatives and events and activities that are organized or supported by LWS. To participate in school meetings and parent-teacher meetings. To liaise with colleagues on areas requiring collaboration, and to work flexibly and willingly for the good of the Company. To establish effective and professional working relationships and set a good example through personal presentation and professional conduct. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor of Education or equivalent teaching qualification. Possess at least 2 years of relevant teaching experience at Early Years level and or Primary level. Demonstrate effective communication, rapport and engagement with children and parents. Possess excellent organisational and time-management skills. Work Schedule Must be able to work on weekends Two (2) consecutive rest days Flexible to teach at various centres (Novena, Marine Parade and Yio Chu Kang) #J-18808-Ljbffr