Biology Teacher (Secondary)

TEACHING AND LEARNING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure effective learning for all students through excellent teaching and delivery of well-planned and organised lessons across key stages.
• Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students.
• Use appropriate strategies to ensure outstanding student progress and well-being.
• Set and mark challenging classwork and homework according to school policy.
• Support the development of teaching materials and courses of study.
• Participate in arrangements for preparing students for public examinations and in assessing students for the purpose of such examinations.
• Liaise with parents and support staff to ensure excellent attainment.
•  Support extended intervention/enrichment activities to enhance students’ learning experienc.
• Manage the behaviour of students in classrooms and around the school.
• Maintain an organised and well-presented learning environment for students.

ESSENTIALS

1.   SKILLS

• Commitment to and knowledge of effective strategies to maintain and raise attainment, in particular to address the differing needs which exist in the mixed ability classroom, which includes second language learners.
•  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a range of audiences.
• Proven administrative and organisational skills.

2.  EXPERIENCE

•  Teaching that impacts positively on student progress.
• Broad knowledge of relevant curriculum areas at different Key Stages including a sound understanding of assessment and monitoring.
• Experience of the use of data tracking and target setting to raise attainment and identify under performance.
• Understanding and appreciation of the value of interesting and stimulating display and other motivational materials. 
• Able to use ICT effectively.
• Have taught the IGCSE and A level syllabus at both IGCSE and GCE A Level  for at least 2 cycles, for secondary school teacher.
• Ability to teach BTEC for secondary school teacher.
• Have taught the British National Curriculum for at least 2 cycles.

3. PERSONAL QUALITIES AND ATTRIBUTES

•  Commitment to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students .
•  Commitment to ulti-cultural education, the schools vision and ethos, equal opportunities policy and practice.
• Commitment to, and understanding of the wider aspects of student development including tutoring and PSHCE.
• Willingness to initiate and participate in both cross curricular and extracurricular activities. 
•  Ability to establish effective and appropriate relationships with students.
• The ability to be a successful team leader and work collaboratively with colleagues.  
• Ability to relate well to parents, external agencies and the wider community. 
• Flexible, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 
• Reflective practitioner who responds to change positively.
•  Understanding of the importance of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Commitment to being a role model for staff and students in relation to overall conduct to include dress code, attendance and timekeeping. 

Hillcrest International Schools offers a 2-year renewable contract and competitive remuneration in an exciting working environment. Benefits include medical insurance, pension, flights at the start and end of contract (for expatriate staff) and discounted tuition for children of staff. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  

Send the following documents to recruitment@hillcrest.ac.ke no later than 28th February, 2019.   

• Application letter detailing relevant experience and teaching philosophy detailed Curriculum Vitae including names and contacts of three referees 
• copies of academic and professional certificates, including teaching licence 
• copy of  passport bio-data page 
• copy of passport photo.
• latest copy of police clearance, DBS or equivalent

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. 

For more details about the position,kindly visit our website using the below link. 

http://www.hillcrest.ac.ke/work-with-us/