Teacher (Montessori)

About This Role

Teaching and learning are at the heart of this Montessori role, which involves planning and delivering engaging lessons in English language skills and/or Science. The teacher will assess student progress, manage the classroom, and contribute to curriculum development, fostering a stimulating environment for young learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in foundational English language skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening, and/or Science, covering foundational scientific concepts in accordance with the prescribed curriculum
• Develop structured, age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and designed to address the diverse learning needs and abilities of students
• Promote literacy through storytelling, phonics, guided reading, and literature-based activities
• For Science, encourage scientific thinking, observation, inquiry, experimentation, and problem-solving skills
• Use creative teaching strategies, including poems, songs, role plays, games, and multimedia resources for English, and experiments, demonstrations, models, field observations, and project-based learning for Science, to facilitate effective learning
• Conduct regular formative and summative assessments through written tests, oral activities, assignments, practical exercises, and projects, as appropriate to the subject
• Maintain accurate records of students’ academic performance, language development, and/or scientific understanding, and identify areas requiring additional support
• Provide appropriate guidance and remedial teaching to students who require additional assistance to achieve the expected learning outcomes
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, supportive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages participation, curiosity, confidence, and effective learning
• Manage student behaviour through positive reinforcement and age-appropriate disciplinary practices
• Promote teamwork, peer learning, and active participation through group activities, discussions, and collaborative assignments
• Ensure the effective use of classroom time and adherence to school rules, policies, and procedures
• Develop, prepare, and display subject-specific teaching-learning materials, including word walls, story charts, grammar boards, science charts, models, and activity kits
• Effectively use digital tools, printed materials, and other educational resources to supplement classroom instruction
• Organize, maintain, and ensure the appropriate use of English and/or Science teaching resources and classroom materials
• Encourage experiential and activity-based learning through the effective utilization of available resources
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding students’ academic progress, learning objectives, behavioural concerns, and areas requiring improvement through Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) and other appropriate channels