Vacancies at the American School of Douala (ASD)

Selection Criteria:
● U.S. or International Teaching License preferred.
● Background in primary school education required.
● Knowledge of AERO Standards.
● Familiarity with inquiry-based teaching and learning.
● Fluency in written and spoken English required.
● Facility in French language preferred.
● Child Protection clearance.
● Previous experience living in Sub-Saharan Africa preferred.
● Flexibility and a sense of humor a must.

Demonstrated ability to…
● teach reading, writing, math, science, social studies and social skills to 4th Grade students.
● plan and deliver lessons based on learning standards.
● maintain accurate records.
● work cooperatively with staff and develop rapport with students and parents.
● communicate effectively orally and in writing.
● plan special projects and events.

Duties and Responsibilities:
● Maintain up-to-date lesson plans throughout the year.
● Teach Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies and social skills to children in 4th grade.
● Deliver lessons daily incorporating Learning Targets, Essential Questions and Success Criteria.
● Conduct shared inquiry discussions with students using Junior Great Books materials.
● Maintain an assessment and grading system based on the AERO Standards and housed in Plus Portal.
● Submit grades and comments on quarterly Progress Reports quarterly and on semester Report Cards.
● Administer MAP (Measure of Academic Progress in Math, English and Science) Assessment three times over the course of the academic year.
● Analyze, apply and explain MAP assessment data to parents during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
● Take an active leadership role in school-wide Curriculum Mapping.
● Order and maintain inventory of 4th grade materials, equipment and books.
● Maintain class discipline, follow-up, feedback and documentation.
● Make parental contacts.
● Take part in Parent Orientation event and two evening Parent-Teacher Conferences.
● Monitor and annotate student notebooks, folders, and portfolios.
● Develop and utilize rubrics in 4th grade.
● Contribute to the school’s Weekly Updates in Instruction.
● Contribute to and update the school’s Monthly Unit Plans.
● Take an active role in weekly professional development sessions.
● Attend training in primary school instruction, if available.
● Conduct Parent Workshops on 4th grade learning targets outside of school hours.
● Lead and facilitate an After School Activity of one’s interest.
● Take part in planning, leading, and participating in day field trips with other primary school teachers.
● Perform other duties as directed by the Director.