Cover Teacher - Secondary (Maths)

Our vision at Oakridge International School, Bengaluru is to inspire every individual to unlock their true potential through our outstanding education to make the world a better place. We teach the IB Diploma Programme, a highly prestigious curriculum that sees 70% of our students go on to attend one of the world's top 100 universities. Our teachers have an average of over 6 years experience, and work to create a caring, supportive learning environment where children can fulfil their potential. Explore our school in more detail on our website.

Job Description

The Cover Teacher – Mathematics will be responsible for delivering high-quality Mathematics lessons to Secondary students during the absence of regular teachers. The role requires the ability to effectively manage classes, follow the prescribed curriculum and lesson plans, maintain continuity of learning, and create a positive and engaging learning environment.

The successful candidate should demonstrate strong subject knowledge, classroom management skills, adaptability, and an understanding of an international/IB learning environment.

Job Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver planned Mathematics lessons for Secondary students in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Follow lesson plans and curriculum requirements to ensure continuity of learning.
• Use engaging, student-centred and inquiry-based teaching approaches.
• Develop students problem-solving, analytical and critical-thinking skills.
  
  

Classroom Management

• Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Monitor attendance, student engagement and behaviour.
• Address and escalate behavioural or safeguarding concerns as required.
  
  

Assessment & Student Progress

• Monitor student learning and provide appropriate feedback.
• Support classroom assessments and activities as required.
• Identify students requiring additional support and communicate concerns to the relevant teacher/HOD.
  
  

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with the Mathematics Department and Secondary leadership.
• Maintain effective communication with the regular teacher for smooth handover and continuity.
• Attend relevant meetings, training and professional development sessions.
  
  

Student Wellbeing & Safeguarding

• Promote student safety, wellbeing and inclusion.
• Follow all school safeguarding, health and safety and student welfare procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
  
  

Essential

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Education or a relevant subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as B.Ed. or equivalent.
• Strong subject knowledge in Mathematics at Secondary level.
• Previous experience teaching Mathematics at Secondary level.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
  
  

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.