Primary Homeroom Teacher
ព័ត៌មានលម្អិតការងារ
Workplace Circumstances
- Environment: Educational (schools / universities etc.)
- Languages: English, Khmer
- Location: Phnom Penh
Position Summary
Department:Teaching
Working Hours:Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Job Summary
The Primary Homeroom Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports students' academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
At JISPP, we value inquiry-based learning, student independence, critical thinking, and meaningful learning experiences. As an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) candidate school, we seek teachers who are committed to high-quality teaching, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
The Homeroom Teacher leads the classroom team and works closely with assistant teachers, parents, and school management.
Working Conditions
Full-time position involving classroom teaching, student supervision, and participation in school activities. Occasional meetings, training, or school events may take place outside regular working hours.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Teaching and Learning
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with JISPP's curriculum.
- Teach core subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, as assigned.
- Use inquiry-based and student-centered approaches to develop critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and independence.
- Differentiate instruction to meet students' individual learning needs and abilities.
- Participate in collaborative planning, assessment, and reflection.
- Classroom Management and Student Wellbeing
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
- Establish clear expectations and guide student behavior through positive and respectful approaches.
- Encourage responsibility, independence, collaboration, and positive relationships.
- Actively supervise students and follow school safety, safeguarding, health, and incident-reporting procedures.
- Student Assessment and Documentation
- Regularly assess students' academic progress, skills, and overall development.
- Maintain accurate learning records, assessment documentation, and student progress reports.
- Use assessment results to adjust instruction and provide appropriate learning support.
- Provide constructive feedback to students to support their progress and improvement.
- Classroom Leadership and Teamwork
- Lead and coordinate the classroom team, including guiding and supporting assistant teachers.
- Communicate classroom plans, responsibilities, and expectations clearly.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and management to maintain teaching quality and school standards.
- Parent Communication
- Maintain warm, professional, and regular communication with parents.
- Share meaningful updates on students' learning, academic progress, and wellbeing.
- Address routine concerns appropriately and refer sensitive matters to school management.
- Professional Development and School Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of JISPP's IB PYP approach, including inquiry-based learning, collaborative unit planning, and reflection.
- Participate in professional development, school meetings, events, and activities.
- Follow school policies, complete assigned documentation on time, and maintain professional conduct.
- Welcome feedback and continuously improve teaching practices.
Languages
- English - Good
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education, Elementary Education, Education, or a related field preferred.
General & Technical Skills
- Previous teaching experience in primary or elementary education preferred.
- Good understanding of primary curriculum, child development, and effective teaching practices.
- Strong English communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to teach core primary subjects and support different learning abilities.
- Ability to lead and work collaboratively with assistant teachers.
- Experience with inquiry-based learning or IB PYP teaching is an advantage.
Soft Skills
- We are looking for teachers who are caring, patient, creative, responsible, proactive, collaborative, and open to feedback, with a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.