Upper Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Teach in a Cambridge-certified International School!
UIA International School of Tokyo (UIA) is one of the few Cambridge-certified international schools IN TOKYO with students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Cambridge curriculum and assessments are designed to encourage students to develop and become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners.
UIA is a rapidly growing school with over 570 students and is welcoming dedicated and highly motivated Primary and Secondary School Teachers, who will engage and inspire UIA students.
At UIA, we aspire to create culturally sensitive, environmentally responsible, global citizens who are prepared to represent and are capable of becoming the leaders of tomorrow’s generation.
| Position Title | Upper Secondary Mathematics Teacher |
|---|---|
| Function/Department | Teaching Staff/Upper Secondary |
| Reports To | Upper Secondary Head |
| Position Type | Full Time |
| Position Status | Full Time |
🟦Position Objective
The Mathematics teacher is tasked with delivering the Cambridge IGCSE and A Level curriculum to students between Grades 9-12. The teacher is expected to plan & execute lessons based on the curriculums and syllabi, while also establishing a safe, productive, and learner-centred learning environment.
🟦Responsibilities
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Create and execute effective lesson plans based on the Cambridge curriculum
- Create and develop a comprehensive curriculum guide/framework based on the Cambridge curriculums
- Practice effective classroom management
- Deliver effective formative and summative assessments
- Plan, design, and provide necessary support to students based on their individual needs
- Consistently monitor student behaviour, well-being, and progress
- Supervise students and practise effective duty of care
- Communicate and collaborate with team members
- Maintain consistent communication with students and parents and build positive relations between all parties within the school
Additional Responsibilities:
- Collaborate and assist with committee assignments
- Fulfil additional school duties and roles (e.g., homeroom teacher assignments, bus duty, dispersal duty, etc.).
🟦Working Environment
- Working Hours- 8:15-16:30
- Salary – Negotiable based on qualifications, experience, and education.
- Staff will be supported by subject appropriate professional development.
🟦Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or a related field from an established and accredited university.
- University degree in education (bachelors or masters) or an active teaching licence.
Additional preferred skills:
- Experience with the Cambridge curriculum
- Previous teaching experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and other related software
Associated responsibilities:
- Leadership of the class during times of emergency
- Supervising the children at break/lunch and other unstructured times
- Ensuring that the children are safe and secure at all times
- Communicating regularly and positively with parents via timely meetings, class webs, reports and conferences
General:
- To teach any classes as deemed necessary
- To provide any other reasonable duties delegated by the School Management
🟦Child Welfare
UIA International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The expectation is that all staff, volunteers, and contractors share this commitment. Safe recruitment practice and reference checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
🟦Benefits
- Health insurance
- Social insurance
- Employment insurance
- Pension
- Transportation allowance (up to 35,000 yen per month)
🟦Recruitment process
If you are interested in joining our UIA community, please send us your cover letter and resume by completing the form below or via email at recruitment@uia.jp.
Due to the volume of applications received, we will contact only selected applicants for an interview.
We look forward to receiving your application!
