Digital Information and Literacy Coordinator (TLR 2) - Discovery College

Job Description

Discovery College is searching for an experienced educator to fill the position of Digital Information and Literacy Coordinator (TLR2).

Job Summary

We are searching for an exceptional educator to lead our Digital and Information Literacies programme which runs from year 1 to Year 13. A willingness and ability to collaborate with high-functioning peers, a genuine love for working with students and absolute commitment to their all-round care are necessities at our school. Experience teaching IB PYP/MYP/DP/CP is an advantage.

This role will involve supporting coaching and mentoring our teachers and students to build skills in Digital Literacies in their classrooms. It may also involve teaching of one class in an area of expertise.

Main Accountabilities

Teaching and Assessment

• Demonstrate a strong conceptual and in integrated pedagogy in the use of digital literacy in teaching and learning, including wide-ranging professional experience, depth of content knowledge, and commitment to integrated curriculum (PYP, MYP,DP & CP)
• Model teaching of the highest quality as and when school needs require and directed by the Principal/line manager
• To work in a coaching role in classrooms to build the capacity of teachers and students to understand and independently implement the opportunities provided by digital literacy (Y1 – 13)
• Work with other key personnel (especially the Digital and Information Literacy teams) to facilitate effective and meaningful curriculum design, new media and digital communications technology within our Y6-13 1:1 programme and across the college
• Manage the review and embedding of the DIL scope and sequence
• Manage learning systems and the setup of various platforms (including our VLE & Google) for planning, learning and assessment
• Support school change as identified in the Strategic Plan
• Participate in year level collaborative planning

Wider professional roles

• Keep abreast of current trends and developments appropriate to digital literacy and provide opportunities to present these to staff
• Design & coordinate “just in time” professional learning for year levels and classes. This PD will include effective cross-curricula integration of digital literacy skills, tools and information literacy skills
• Advocate and monitor Cybersafety policies and operational protocols/guidelines within the school including the signing of the DIL responsible use agreement by parents and students
• In areas of responsibility, research, identify/provide PD advice and support, implement, model, test, review and evaluate all programmes to ensure the best teaching and learning practices are developed and maintained
• Maintain documentation, including school policies and procedures
• Represent the school in key areas at ESF, local and international level
• Performance manage staff in accordance with the school’s staffing matrix and PM processes
• Assist with supervision duties
• Perform other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal

Development/Training to support role competencies

Development activities to be negotiated as part of the PRD (Professional Reflection & Development) process

Minimum Typical Education

Bachelor Degree in Education, or Bachelor Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent 

Minimum Typical Experience

An exemplary teaching background. Proven experience as a pedagogical leader within a school environment.

Note: Two Years Finite Contract

• Contribute to the school extra curricular programme throughout the year
• Participate in key school and PTA events on identified evenings and weekends
• Contribute to the Education outside the Classroom Programme, including by leading residential excursions in urban or rural locations, in Hong Kong or overseas, as required

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For enquiries, please contact Joyce Kwok at joyce.kwok@dc.edu.hk .

Teaching in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a premier destination for expatriate and local teacher. ESF Teachers enjoy a lucrative salary package and a high standard of living overall, in an exciting and vibrant world city. The teaching profession is highly respected, student motivation and outcomes are excellent, and all teachers receive considerable support from ESF with settling into Hong Kong, as well as with their professional development. Please feel free to contact us in advance about life in Hong Kong if you feel a conversation on this topic would be helpful.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities within ESF. 

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.

ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.

www.esf.edu.hk 

About the Team

Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.

The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.

The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

www.discovery.edu.hk