ELA Lead Teacher

Position Title: ELA Lead Teacher

Work Location: True North School – Lot TH-03, Mo Lao urban area, Ha Dong, Hanoi

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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] – ELA Lead Teacher – Your Name