KS3/ IGCSE/ A Level Math Teacher - August 2025

Our School:

Sedbergh School Vietnam (SSV) is a bilingual international boarding school. We have a very close working relationship with Sedbergh School UK and aim to deliver an exciting and holistic education for both Vietnamese nationals and foreign students in District 7 of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We strive to encourage our students to be confident and committed members of our global community and are committed to the Sedbergh core values of Humility, Ambition, Resilience and Kindness.

SSV was previously the Bilingual Canadian International School (BCIS) and part of the EQuest Education Group. We share an exciting urban campus with the Canadian International School, with access to outstanding facilities for sports and performance, in addition to dedicated spaces for STEM teaching and a group commitment to exploring innovative educational methodologies, including the use of AI. Building on the excellent reputation of Sedbergh UK with 500 years of history and boarding experience, we offer an exciting approach to the delivery of the Vietnamese National Curriculum in addition to an emerging Cambridge Curriculum including IGCSE and A Level programmes. We currently have over 1400 students from Nursery to Year 13 and approximately 200 support and teaching staff making Sedbergh Vietnam a busy school with a number of exciting challenges ahead as we expand. Positivity, resilience and a willingness to go above and beyond is expected of our staff, inspired by how our students engage with all aspects of their school life.

Safeguarding and Child Welfare: Sedbergh School Vietnam is fully committed to safeguarding and child welfare. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate pre-employment checks and commit to upholding our policies and procedures with regards to safeguarding.

The role:

● Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Mathematics lessons aligned with:

- Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics

- Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580) and Additional Mathematics (0606)

- Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics (9709)

● Develop and implement comprehensive schemes of work that cover all required topics, skills, and problem-solving strategies for each level.

● Create a stimulating classroom environment that encourages logical thinking, mathematical curiosity, and analytical skills across all age groups.

● Utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources to cater to different learning styles and abilities, including interactive demonstrations, technology-enhanced learning, and hands-on activities.

● Guide students through skill development and conceptual understanding, adapting approaches to suit the level:

- Focus on fundamental mathematical concepts and numeracy skills in Lower Secondary

- Develop more advanced problem-solving skills and introduction to higher mathematics in IGCSE

- Foster sophisticated analytical thinking, proof techniques, and independent exploration at A Level

● Integrate appropriate technology, such as graphing calculators and mathematical software, into lessons to enhance understanding and prepare students for modern mathematical practices.

● Prepare students for Cambridge examinations at each level, including guidance on problem-solving strategies, exam techniques, and time management.

● Assess and monitor student progress regularly, using both formative and summative assessment techniques aligned with Cambridge standards for each level.

● Provide detailed and constructive feedback on students' work, including problem sets, investigations, and exam-style questions.

● Organize and lead extracurricular mathematics activities, such as math clubs, competitions, and olympiads.

● Communicate effectively with parents about student progress and mathematical development through regular meetings and reports.

● Collaborate with colleagues to promote cross-curricular links, particularly with sciences, economics, and computer science.

● Stay updated with current developments in mathematics education, including new approaches to teaching and learning mathematics.

● Participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and other school activities.

● Support older students in their university applications, particularly those pursuing mathematics, engineering, or related STEM fields.

Requirements:

● Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics or a related field.

● Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ PGCE or other international equivalents.

● Minimum 5 years’ experience of teaching Mathematics across secondary levels (11-18 years old).

● Minimum 2 years' experience of teaching the Cambridge Curriculum.

● Experience teaching in an international school setting and with advanced or further mathematics curricula is a preferable.

● In-depth knowledge of the Cambridge Mathematics curriculum from Lower Secondary to A Level.

● Excellent understanding of assessment and examination requirements for Cambridge Mathematics qualifications.

● Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to explain complex mathematical concepts clearly.

● Proficiency in using technology to enhance mathematics teaching and learning.

● Excellent classroom management skills.

● Passionate about mathematics and its applications in the real world.

● Ability to inspire and motivate students of all abilities in mathematics.

● Excellent communication skills, able to explain abstract concepts in accessible ways.

● Patient and encouraging, with the ability to build students' confidence in their mathematical abilities.

● Creative and innovative in approach to teaching mathematics.

● Adaptable and able to tailor teaching methods to different age groups and abilities.

● Committed to ongoing professional development in mathematics education.

● Enthusiasm for promoting logical thinking and problem-solving skills.

● Strong analytical and organizational skills.

● Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background.

● A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.

● Cultural sensitivity and global mindset

● Acceptable police checks (or equivalent) from the country of origin and from all other countries in which the applicant has worked and no question regarding suitability to work with children.

● Appropriate references from current and previous employer, corroborated by personal phone calls.

Other Benefits:

● Housing allowance.

● Pay up to 2,000 USD per annum for candidates holding a Master degree.

● Social insurance, unemployment insurance, and Compulsory Health Insurance plus

International health insurance.

● Paid National and School holidays.

● Relocation allowance and Airfare support (overseas candidates only).

● Visa, work permit, and residence card provided.

● 100% tuition fee discount for the first children, 50% tuition fee discount for the second

child.

● Complimentary lunches at the School canteen.

● Ongoing training and support in delivering the Cambridge Mathematics curriculum across all levels.

● Opportunities to attend Cambridge professional development workshops and mathematics education conferences.

● Possibility to engage in curriculum development or resource creation.

● Collaboration with colleagues and potential for subject leadership roles.