True North International School

Vietnam

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Lead Teacher Work Location: True North School – Lot TH-03, Mo Lao urban area, Ha Dong, Hanoi ______________________________________________________________________________ RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Lead Teacher Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Department Coordination - Lead and oversee the ELA subject area, ensuring effective implementation of the curriculum and alignment with school expectations. - Attend weekly leadership meetings and report on department activities, progress, and key matters. - Coordinate weekly department meetings, including preparing agendas, maintaining records, communicating school leadership expectations, and following up on assigned responsibilities. - Ensure school policies and procedures are effectively implemented throughout the department. - Support the school's vision, goals, and leadership expectations within the department. 2. Curriculum, Assessment & Academic Coordination - Oversee, coordinate, and evaluate the homeroom and assembly programs. - Coordinate and support the implementation of curriculum initiatives, including lesson planning, Canvas courses, and integrated projects. - Coordinate assessment and reporting requirements, including assessment schedules, progress reports, report cards, and narrative comments. - Support teachers in maintaining consistent academic standards and effective teaching and learning practices. 3. Teacher Training & Professional Development - Plan, coordinate, and deliver professional development and training for teachers in the following areas: - Teaching Methodologies: Develop effective teaching methods and classroom practices. - Curriculum: Curriculum implementation, lesson planning, and alignment with school expectations. - Technical Innovation: Educational technology and innovative teaching tools to enhance teaching and learning. 4. Student Management & Activities - Support the coordination of student management and behaviour procedures, including parent communication and student support. - Coordinate student events and activities, including field trips, ASA and club assignments, competitions, and school-wide events. Subject Coordinator Responsibilities - Coordinate monthly subject meetings, including preparing agendas, maintaining records, communicating school leadership expectations, and following up on assigned responsibilities. - Coordinate peer observations, review lesson plans, and share best practices within the subject area. - Conduct an annual review of teaching resources and recommend updates or improvements where necessary. - Coordinate the planning, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation of events, activities, and competitions related to the subject area. - ELA: Literacy Week, Writing Competition, Public Speaking Competition, Readathon, Spelling Bee, Selection and preparation for external competitions. Teaching & Learning Responsibilities - Develop and implement teaching plans in alignment with the school's curriculum, work plan, and learning objectives. - Prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, learning activities, and assessment materials. - Develop and maintain assessment materials, including quizzes, tests, and question banks as required. - Deliver effective and engaging lessons and manage students to ensure a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment. - Monitor and assess students' learning progress and provide appropriate feedback and support. - Communicate with parents regarding students' learning progress, development, and support needs in accordance with school requirements. - Maintain accurate student records and update relevant information on the school's Learning Management System (LMS). - Participate in department meetings, professional development, training sessions, school activities, and other events as required. - Collaborate with colleagues and relevant departments to support students' learning and the effective implementation of school programs. - Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Line Manager. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES - Bachelor’s degree in English, English Language Arts, Education, Literature, or a related field. A valid Teaching Credential/License is preferred. - A Master's degree in Education or a related field is preferred. - Proven leadership experience in an international Secondary/High school. - Proven experience teaching ELA using modern, student-centered pedagogical approaches; - Strong knowledge of ELA curriculum, literacy development, reading and writing instruction, and assessment. - Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. - Strong commitment to child safeguarding, student well-being, and inclusive education. BENEFITS - Competitive salary & attractive bonus package. - Up to 50 days of paid leave per year plus public holidays - Premium healthcare insurance. - Tuition fee exemption for staff’s children. - Free lunch, gym, swimming pool. - International professional working environment. - Work-permit, Visa/TRC sponsorship. - Round-trip Airfare Ticket. - Laptop provided. HOW TO APPLY Send your CV to: tns.recruitment@truenorth.edu.vn and join our community to discover your True North. Subject: [SY 26–27] – Lead Teacher – Your Name