Job Purpose:
The Science & Mathematics Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering effective, engaging, and student-centred lessons in accordance with the KSSM curriculum and relevant KSSM learning standards.
The teacher is expected to develop students’ conceptual understanding, problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, and application of knowledge, while preparing students for school-based assessments and the SPM examination where applicable.
Sekolah Sri UCSI Springhill offers KSSM from Form 1 to Form 5 and is also a Dual Language Programme (DLP) school, where Mathematics and Science may be taught in English.
Key Responsibilities:
A. Teaching & Learning:
- Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality KSSM Science and Mathematics lessons.
- Follow the relevant KSSM Dokumen Standard Kurikulum dan Pentaksiran (DSKP) and learning standards.
- Prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, worksheets, assessments, and enrichment activities.
- Deliver lessons using a variety of teaching methodologies to accommodate different learning abilities.
Develop students’
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
- Scientific thinking
- Mathematical reasoning
- Application of knowledge
- Incorporate Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) into classroom activities and assessments.
- Where applicable, conduct Mathematics and Science lessons in English under the DLP.
- Integrate technology and appropriate digital learning tools into teaching and learning.
- Relate Science and Mathematics concepts to real-life applications and practical situations.
B. Assessment & Student Progress:
- Conduct formative and summative assessments in accordance with school requirements.
- Prepare quizzes, tests, examinations, and other assessment materials.
- Monitor students’ academic progress and identify areas requiring additional support.
- Analyse assessment results and implement appropriate intervention strategies.
- Provide constructive feedback to students to improve their academic performance.
- Maintain accurate records of students’ assessment and academic progress.
- Provide additional coaching or academic support where required, particularly for examination classes.
C. Science Practical & Laboratory Activities:
- Plan and conduct appropriate Science practical activities and experiments.
- Ensure students follow proper laboratory safety procedures.
- Maintain proper records of practical work and laboratory activities.
- Work closely with laboratory personnel to ensure equipment and materials are available and properly maintained.
- Promote scientific inquiry, experimentation and project-based learning.
D. Classroom Management:
- Establish a positive, respectful and conducive classroom environment.
- Manage student behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies.
- Set clear expectations for classroom behaviour and academic performance.
- Encourage active student participation and collaborative learning.
- Support students with different learning needs and abilities.
E. Student Development & Pastoral Responsibilities:
- Monitor students’ overall development and provide appropriate guidance and support.
- Act as a form/class teacher or student advisor when assigned.
- Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding students’ academic progress and development.
- Participate in parent-teacher meetings, school orientations, open days and other school activities.
- Support the school’s student welfare and disciplinary procedures when required.
F. Co-Curricular Activities:
- Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular activities (CCA).
- Support Science, Mathematics, STEM or other relevant clubs and activities.
- Assist with school competitions, exhibitions, projects, academic programmes and events.
- Encourage students to participate in academic, STEM and enrichment activities.
G. School & Professional Responsibilities:
- Participate in departmental meetings and academic planning.
- Collaborate with other teachers to develop schemes of work, assessments and learning resources.
- Participate in professional development and training programmes.
- Keep updated with developments in KSSM, DLP, assessment practices and effective teaching methodologies.
- Contribute ideas and initiatives that enhance the quality of teaching and learning.
- Undertake other reasonable academic, administrative or school-related duties assigned by the Principal or Academic Management.
Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Mathematics, Science or a relevant discipline.
- A recognised teaching qualification such as a teaching diploma, PGDE, or equivalent will be an advantage.
Experience:
- Minimum 1–2 years of teaching experience in a school environment is preferred.
- Experience teaching the KSSM curriculum will be an advantage.
- Experience teaching Mathematics and/or Science at secondary level is preferred.
- Experience preparing students for SPM will be an advantage.