Physics international A level teacher - 100% online

Harrow School Online is a new kind of school founded on the educational philosophy, practices and traditions of Harrow School, and delivered by Pearson to pupils all over the world through an online platform. It has been developed through a collaboration between Harrow School  (via its trading subsidiary, Harrow School Enterprises Ltd) and Pearson. It is a fully-online, coeducational sixth form school offering an A level education, with first teaching beginning in September 2020. Our prospectus  gives a summary of what we’re setting out to achieve.  

The role of an online Physics teacher at Harrow School Online

You will be working with international students situated across the world studying towards Pearson Edexcel International A level qualifications and preparing for university and a life of learning, leadership, service and personal fulfilment. Teachers monitor their pupils’ progress through the self-study elements of Harrow School Online courses and provide targeted tuition to pupils through live lessons to small classes and individual micro-teaching sessions. We work with a flipped classroom pedagogy, with live lessons focusing on the areas which pupils most need to further practise and extend. 

You will be a Pearson employee, but will have additional training and support from Harrow School, in particular from the relevant Head of Subject. This support will include lesson observations and guidance on subject-specific aspects of teaching. Line management for the position is to the Harrow School Online Principal. We are primarily seeking teachers for full-time roles although part-time roles may additionally be available.

What will a successful candidate look like?

You will be a dynamic and effective teacher who is able to engage, support and motivate pupils in online lessons and individual study sessions. We are looking for experienced educators with a passion for their subject and a willingness to be involved in setting up and shaping all aspects of the school. All members of staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the School’s values: Courage, Honour, Humility and Fellowship. 

Key responsibilities

The successful applicant will: 

• teach Physics to Year 12 pupils from September 2020, and from September 2021 additionally to year 13 pupils, preparing pupils for the Pearson Edexcel International AS and A level examinations;
• monitor the progress of their pupils in the self-study element of their course and provide targeted teaching in live lessons and timetabled office hours;
• help to shape and extend their department, sharing their enthusiasm for Physics to all pupils in the school;
• contribute to the Super-Curriculum, which includes Electives, lectures and all other academic extension;
• be a tutor in a virtual house, supporting a set of pupils in establishing and achieving their academic goals;
• make an enthusiastic contribution to extra-curricular activities;
• be proactively involved in other key areas of the school’s development, particularly at this early stage of the initiative;
• continuously develop and improve their teaching practice, particularly in the online mode of delivery;
• regularly communicate with parents to encourage their children to make successful progress in their studies.

Requirements

• Previous experience teaching Physics at A level.
• Strong knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, Physics.
• High expectations of pupils.
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills.
• A creative mind.
• Impressive academic qualifications, including a good degree.
• Resonance with Harrow School Online’s ethos.
• The desire to continuously develop their teaching practice formally and informally.
• Willingness to learn about, and become advocates of, online learning technologies.

Personal attributes

• Flexibility and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Stamina and resilience.
• Integrity.

Previous experience teaching online is welcomed but is not a pre-requisite for the role.  

Flexible working hours and teaching location 

We are looking for teachers to join our team for the launch of our School in September 2020.  Our school term dates are based on those of Harrow School, with a September to June academic year. You are additionally required to be available for ten days in August for induction training. If you are interested in joining us before this, there may be opportunities to work with us as we set up the school.

Some of our key target markets are in China and South East Asia, and to accommodate these time zones our first lessons will be timetabled early in the mornings UK time; probably from 0600 and possibly from 0500, with an early finish on days when you have an early start. There is flexibility to schedule some of your workload at hours that best suit you.

You are welcome to work full-time from home, or Covid-19 measures dependent, in the Pearson office in central London. Occasionally you will need to attend meetings or training either in the Pearson offices or at Harrow School, but this will be the exception rather than the norm.  

Application guidance

The closing date for applications is Sunday 31st May. An accompanying letter should outline how you are suited to working for Harrow School Online and what you could contribute to the school beyond your subject knowledge. Interviews will be held in May/ June.

For any questions, please contact: harpreet.rathor@pearson.com

Please apply online: here .

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Harrow School Online is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children and you must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). At interview, we will ask questions about child protection procedures and your suitability to work with children. All teachers at Harrow School Online must comply with our Child Protection Policy Statement, which can be found in our Safeguarding Policy on our website .

The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check. In addition, the position will be offered subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications and proof of right to work in the UK.  The School’s Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy is available on our website.