Middle School Drama Teacher

American International School Chennai; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

American International School Chennai is seeking a Middle School Drama teacher to design and deliver a rigorous, inquiry-based Drama curriculum with differentiation. The role includes advising students and chaperoning the Week Without Walls trip, ensuring alignment with the school’s mission and values.

The ideal candidate brings credentials, a track record of professional growth, and experience with English as an Additional Language learners in a tech-enabled learning environment.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication with students, parents and colleagues.
• Ability to use technology to enhance learning experiences.
• Ability to manage time and projects efficiently.
• Ability to actively engage students through diverse pedagogy.
• Ability to design instruction meeting diverse learner needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a rigorous Drama curriculum with differentiation.
• Act as advisor and chaperone for the Middle School Week Without Walls trip.
• Ensure instructional practices align with AISC Mission, Core Values and Vision.

Skills

Communication

Technology integration

Time management

Student engagement

Instruction design

Collaboration

Education

Teaching credential

Job description

Position Duties And Responsibilities

AISC teachers are responsible for ensuring that all instructional and assessment practices, curriculum development, classroom management, and professional growth align with and contribute to the School s Mission, Core Values, and Vision for the AISC Learner. Middle School teachers act as an advisor and also chaperone the Middle School Week Without Walls trip. Duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Design and deliver a rigorous and engaging Drama curriculum that incorporates inquiry, personalized instruction, and differentiation.

Knowledge

1. Developmental stages of students
2. Culturally responsive instructional practices
3. Differentiation and personalization
4. Standards-based assessment and reporting
5. Course-/program-specific knowledge
6. Collaborative and reflective practices
7. Wellbeing practices

Skills

1. Communicating effectively in verbal and written forms with students, parents and colleagues
2. Using technology to enhance the learning experience
3. Contributing to school initiatives, community, and culture
4. Embedding student voice and choice into classroom structures and routines
5. Managing time and projects effectively
6. Designing effective instruction to meet all learner needs
7. Actively engaging students in the learning experience through a variety of pedagogical approaches

Professional Standards

1. Embracing responsibility for student learning
2. Modeling personal and professional growth
3. Leading others outside of the classroom
4. Innovating practices and programs
5. Collaborating with all community members
6. Communicating with all community members
7. Building community through action
8. Embedding wellbeing
9. Demonstrating ethics and integrity in all interactions

AISC seeks faculty with appropriate experiences that have helped them develop their knowledge, skills, and talents:

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

1. At least three years of relevant experience
2. Teaching credential
3. A record of continued professional growth
4. Experience working with English as Additional Language learners
5. Experience teaching and learning in a technology-integrated environment
6. Experience in leading co-curricular activities

Note

The above job description is meant to outline general knowledge, skills and responsibilities. It may be necessary to assume other duties and responsibilities that are not specifically outlined herein.

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