Teacher ‹ Japan Guide - International Jobs in Japan - 2015

Description: Kindergarten/ Elementary Teacher


Waseda International School`s mission is to provide a rigorous international educational at an affordable price.

Role:



Teachers hold primary responsibility for the implementation of standards based on the U.S.A.`a Common Core Learning Standards as well as the school`s curriculum.

Specific Responsibilities:



*Implement curricula to meet academic standards;



*Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;



*Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;



*Participate in curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions;



*Provide consistent and high academic and behavioral expectations;



*Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues; and



*Participate in an intensive staff development and training for one week prior to the school year.

Qualifications:



*A dedicated belief in W.I.S.’s mission, values, and educational model;



*An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them;



*An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, educational environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges;



*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong public speaking skills;



*A sense of humility in the face of success;



*Bachelor’s Degree is required; and



*Current authorization to work in Japan is preferred- A candidate may receive visa sponsorship.

Compensation:



We offer a modest compensation package, including, when relevant, a salary equal to (and in some cases above) comparable international schools.

Job Requirements



B.S. in Elementary Education required



M.S.Ed. in ESL preferred



English as a Second Language experience