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DP/IGCSE Biology Teacher

DP/IGCSE Biology Teacher

K. International School Tokyo

JAPAN

Salary:
JPY390,000 – 410,000 monthly salary
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
August 6, 2019
Apply by:
28 January 2019

Job overview

Introduction:

Are you a results-oriented, academically-focused teacher with a desire to help students achieve high scores that increase their chances to enter universities of their choice after graduating? If so, K. International School Tokyo (KIST) welcomes you.

KIST has been the highest ranking IB DP school in Japan since 2013. Founded in 1997, KIST is a CIS-accredited, IB World School that provides a high quality education to academically motivated children from diverse backgrounds. We also aim for students to become caring individuals who demonstrate their compassion by helping others in need.

What we offer:

  • A clearly defined mission and vision.
  • An established IB curriculum (PYP, MYP, DP) with an opportunity to be part of the introduction of the IGCSE in grades 9 and 10 from August 2019.
  • Well-behaved, academically-focused students with clear goals for the future.
  • A young, vibrant international faculty.


What we are looking for:

  • Teacher able to teach DP/IGCSE Biology from grades 9 to 12 with possible MYP Science in grades 6 to 8.
  • Teachers able to lead the Science department (tentative).
  • Teachers aligned with our mission, vision and guiding beliefs.
  • Teachers with proven track records in producing students who achieve high scores in academics.
  • Teachers willing to provide sufficient support to students who seek assistance outside regular classes.


How to apply:

Apply by e-mailing the following items to info@kist.ed.jp.

  • A cover letter outlining experience related to the position and explaining the specific aspects of KIST that interest you.
  • A complete resume, including details of qualifications and relevant experience.
  • A one-page statement outlining your personal philosophy of education.
  • Contact details (e-mail preferred) for at least two recent professional references, including from most recent supervisors.
  • A recent photograph.
  • Personal details, including information on any dependents.


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and interviews will be conducted via Skype until such time as a suitable teacher is found
.

About K. International School Tokyo

K. International School Tokyo (KIST) is a private, co-educational, non-denominational day school located in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1997, KIST provides academically motivated children from diverse cultural and social backgrounds with a high-quality education in a safe and supportive environment to develop competent, academic and compassionate individuals who make meaningful contributions to our global community. More than 630 students representing over 40 different nationalities are currently enrolled from preschool through grade 12. KIST is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and is recognized as an educational foundation by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

KIST is a mission-driven, academically focused, achievement-oriented school that provides opportunities for students to develop academic skills at increasingly higher levels as they progress through a continuum of challenging educational programs in preparation for university entrance. Our ultimate goal is for all students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to our global society at a high level in order to achieve high scores in the DP that lead to matriculation to universities of their choice, regardless of their family background or financial situation. 

Authorized as an IB World School by the International Baccalaureate (IB), KIST was the first school in Tokyo and the Kanto region, and the second school in Japan, fully authorized to offer the three inquiry-based programmes: PYP, MYP and DP. The curriculum at KIST - as based on the IB programmes and the IGCSE - focuses on developing academic skills - with an emphasis on language and mathematics - that increase the chances for students to enter universities of their choice around the world, regardless of their family background or financial situation.

KIST graduates have a proven record of success in gaining acceptance to leading universities around the world, including Japan. Almost 100% of our graduates have been successful in gaining entrance to universities, many with scholarships as based on the high scores they have achieved in their final DP examinations.

KIST has been the highest ranking school offering the IB Diploma in Japan since 2015. 

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