Head of Design and Technology
Wellington College International Hangzhou
Hangzhou
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 1/8/2021
- Apply by:
- 4 March 2021
Job overview
Huili School Hangzhou
Wellington College Hangzhou is committed to providing world-class educational opportunities in the city of Hangzhou. Huili School Hangzhou as the part of the Wellington College Hangzhou, We seek to recruit and develop staff members who are fully engaged with the stated vision of the school – [to] “aspire to create a caring, international community that develops well-rounded individuals with strong values and the skills to thrive within an ever-changing global society” and who are guided in their professional and personal conduct by the core Wellington values – courage, respect, integrity, kindness and responsibility. In this way, the post holder should regard the following outline of the job description not as a checklist of things to achieve, but as a starting point for their growth in the role.
POSITION: Head of Design and Technology
OBJECTIVES
Huili School Hangzhou is seeking an experienced Head of Design and Technology. The Teacher works to provide education to the pupils based on the Wellington College philosophy and ethos. He/She must support each individual pupil’s growth and development, encouraging them as Wellingtonians to be inspired, intellectual, independent, individual and inclusive. The teacher must demonstrate an understanding of the wider curriculum and administration needs of the school, and achieve high standards by responding professionally, sensitively and caringly to the needs of the pupils.
MAIN PURPOSE
To assume responsibility for teaching DT lessons in the college and leading the department, under the direction of the Heads of Schools.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will play a key role in the development of DT curriculum at Huili School Hangzhou. The School is looking for a candidate who would relish the challenge of establishing the subject in a new school.
The Head of Design and Technology will have the responsibility for the planning and teaching of the subject to the designated class, the content of each lesson being determined by the School curriculum and by the HSH Head of Primary or Junior High. The teacher will ensure that the subject is delivered in a way that provides coverage, progression and continuity. The teacher will also be required to carry out other such duties as the Heads may reasonably direct from time to time. He/she is expected to display the highest standards of professionalism in his/her teaching and in his/her relationships with colleagues and parents.
The teacher must ensure that an excellent learning environment is provided for the learning of DT, and that the students develop a positive attitude to the subject within the College. The teacher must present lessons in a structured and coordinated manner with due regard to the ability of the students and the curriculum targets of the year group.
Essential Subject Skills
1. Strong knowledge of DT curriculum preferably with IGCSE experience
2. Some experience of leadership skills
3. Ability to communicate concrete and abstract concepts to students
4. Ability to spot and cultivate creativity
5. Experience working in an international school.
6. Willingness to contribute to the teaching of DT skills.
7. Some experience in leading DT activities with Primary and Junior High year groups.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
BASIC QUALIFICATION
Education: Bachelor’s degree, teaching certificate or equivalent.
Major: Fine Arts or related majors
Language: Fluent English speaker
EXPERIENCE
Working Experience: A minimum of 2 years working experience in DT
EXPERTISE
Knowledge of Visual Arts and DT teaching
PREFERRED APTITUDES
Be able to assess pupils’ interests, needs and developments
Be able to develop curriculum
Open, proactive, patient and caring
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
International and bilingual school working experience is preferred
Cross-cultural working experience is preferred
Please email us your CV and cover letter with a photo to jobs.hangzhou@wellingtoncollege.cn indicating the position you are applying for in the subject header.
To find out more go to https://www.wellingtoncollege.cn/career-opportunities/vacancies/
About Wellington College International Hangzhou
- Wellington College International Hangzhou
- 2399 Xue Zhi Road, Xiaoshan
- Hangzhou
- 311231
- China
Wellington College International Hangzhou is the 13th member of Wellington College family worldwide and the international school of first choice in Hangzhou. We offer a uniquely British style international education delivering academic excellence for children of expatriate families from the ages of 5 to 18. We follow a world class curriculum based on the English national curriculum which naturally leads into IGCSE and A Level qualifications in Sixth Form. Our students will go on to attend the best Universities in the UK, USA and beyond to continue their studies. As with all Wellington College schools, the Wellington Values and Identity form the core of a wellbeing focused education, delivered by our team of highly trained, expert and enthusiastic teachers.
The Wellington College Hangzhou campus covers over 74,000 square metres and hosts a range of custom built, state-of-the-art facilities that provide pupils with access to the very best academic and co-curricular opportunities.
Wellington College International Hangzhou is guided by a clear Vision and Purpose founded upon three strong pillars and expressed in our motto: ‘Be You. Be More.’
Our Vision and Purpose
We offer a pioneering education to serve and help shape a better world, combining the very best of British and international education to create a pupil-centric, multilingual, multicultural and inclusive learning experience.
We inspire our children to be the best version of themselves, to take pride in where they come from and to be the change they wish to see in the world.
Be You. Be More.
Inspiring our children to be Learners, Connectors, and Changemakers.
Our Three Pillars
We are Learners
with the passion, intrinsic motivation and critical thinking that enables us to solve real world challenges.
We are Connectors
with the confidence, openness and empathy to bridge cultural chasms and bring our world closer together.
We are Changemakers
with the knowledge, networks and commitment to better serve our community and make a positive impact on the future.
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