VAL Teacher

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver the Vietnamese as an Additional Language (VAL) curriculum for international students at the School.
• Proactively monitor curriculum implementation and make adjustments where necessary.
• Teach Vietnamese Language (VAL) classes as assigned and required by the School.
• Plan, prepare lessons, and implement effective, engaging, and student-centered teaching activities in accordance with the School’s curriculum and requirements.
• Conduct substitute classes and additional remedial or enrichment classes as requested.
• Prepare and maintain adequate teaching materials, equipment, and learning resources to ensure effective instruction.
• Monitor and understand each student’s learning abilities to ensure they comprehend lessons and perform to the best of their potential.
• Identify students requiring additional support and proactively implement intervention or remedial plans when necessary.
• Develop assessment materials and academic reports in accordance with School requirements.
• Assess student performance and prepare student progress reports as required.
• Complete professional documentation, records, and reports in compliance with School policies and relevant educational authorities’ regulations.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and systematic records of student academic information and reports.
• Report teaching and learning progress to the School Leadership Team.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with other teachers regarding class and student progress.
• Communicate and coordinate promptly with parents regarding students’ learning progress and activities.
• Share ideas, best practices, and teaching resources with colleagues.
• Support expatriate teachers in teaching and learning activities, and facilitate communication between foreign teachers and Vietnamese parents when required.

Co-Teaching and Co-Homeroom Responsibilities

• Collaborate in supervising, managing, and ensuring the safety and well-being of students in assigned support and co-homeroom classes during learning and school activities, in accordance with School policies.
• Work closely with Homeroom Teachers and Subject Teachers to provide guidance and support for students’ personal development.
• Manage, educate, and monitor student discipline and classroom expectations in support and co-homeroom classes in accordance with School regulations.
• Ensure students comply with all classroom and School rules.
• Implement the School’s reward and disciplinary systems as required.
• Educate, guide, and model positive life skills, good habits, and character values in accordance with School expectations.
• Communicate, coordinate, and provide timely guidance to parents regarding students’ personal development.
• Inform and collaborate with Homeroom Teachers and Subject Teachers regarding student characteristics and class situations.
• Support other teachers in addressing behavioral concerns and reinforcing positive discipline when necessary.
• Monitor, assess, and prepare reports on students’ personal development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the School Leadership Team.

Other General Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and implementation of School-wide events and activities.
• Supervise students during events and activities organized by other departments or subject areas when required.
• Perform student arrival and dismissal duties as assigned.
• Carry out duty supervision schedules as assigned.
• Complete reports, records, and documentation required by the School.
• Attend all required meetings and professional development sessions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and departments as necessary to support School operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education, specializing in Literature, History, Geography, Vietnamese Studies, or a related field.
• English proficiency at B2 level or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience teaching Vietnamese as a foreign/additional language.
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in international or private schools.

Key Competencies

• Collaboration: Works effectively with colleagues to support a cohesive and professional learning environment.
• Innovation: Designs engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity and active participation.
• Leadership: Models positive behaviour, teamwork, and a commitment to health and wellness.
• Communication: Engages clearly and constructively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates integrity, reliability, and alignment with the school’s vision and values.
• Adaptability: Responds flexibly to student needs, feedback, and evolving school priorities.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.