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Primary School Class Teacher

Primary School Class Teacher

HD Shanghai School

China

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
13 March 2017

Job overview

Ready for a new challenge?
Does joining an outstanding school in the most dynamic education market in the world interest you?

HD Shanghai is a Dual Curriculum school for children aged 3 to 18. The School is not only part of a growing network of HD schools across China, but also enjoys a strong relationship with Hurtwood House, its sister school in the UK.

Set on an outstanding campus in Shanghai’s Songjiang District, students and teachers at HD Shanghai benefit from first class facilities for both academic and co-curricular learning. Like Hurtwood House UK, HD Shanghai fosters an inspiring and caring environment, where every child is able to fulfil their own potential, be it in academia, music, sport, or the arts.

Following a hugely successful opening year, HD Shanghai is looking for passionate and enthusiastic Primary School Class Teachers to join its growing team from September 2017.  With positions available from Years 1 through to 5, the School is seeking dynamic individuals able to inspire and engage pupils in all aspects of their learning.  The successful candidates will also have the ability and willingness to contribute to all aspects of school life, helping to create a culture of participation and a strong sense of community.

HD Shanghai’s Primary School Class Teachers will need to

a) deliver well-planned, engaging and creative learning experiences for their class
b) ensure student progress is accurately monitored and recorded
c) deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for all students in their care
d) value the home-school partnership and engage with parents
e) ensure excellent pastoral care
f) contribute to the co-curricular programme and whole-school activities in a committed and enthusiastic manner
g) maintain high standards of professionalism
h) be prepared to go the ‘extra mile’

HD Shanghai offers

a) competitive, low tax salary
b) accommodation allowance
c) start and end of contract flights for employee and immediate family members
d) relocation allowance
e) excess baggage allowance
f) medical insurance for employee and immediate family members
g) annual flight allowance for employee and immediate family members
h) 100% tuition fees contribution for up to two children at HD Shanghai
i) annual bonus
j) contract renewal bonus
k) full visa and legal documents sponsorship for employee and immediate family members
l) an opportunity to work as part of an ambitious and tight-knit school community, in a beautiful and exciting part of the world
m) excellent opportunities for continued Professional Development

How to Apply

To apply, please complete all sections of the application form, including the supporting statement. In this statement please ensure you explain your interest in this position and how you meet the requirements of the role.

  • Once completed send your form to careers@hurtwoodhousechina.com 
  • The closing date for applications is Monday 13th March 2017. 
  • Interviews will be held on a rolling basis

 

Early applications are advised and we reserve the right to make early appointments. Please only apply if you have qualified teacher status.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please send an email to the Hurtwood House China team in the UK - careeers@hurtwoodhousechina.com - and we will arrange and appropriate time to speak.  Alternatively call us on 02077887422.

Safeguarding

Shanghai HD Bilingual School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (or equivalent for teachers currently working outside of the UK) and satisfactory reference checks.

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About HD Shanghai School

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  • HD Shanghai School
  • No. 336 Rongbei Road, (Near Rongmei Rd), Songjiang Distrct
  • Shanghai
  • 201613
  • China
+86 000 098 089

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HD Shanghai is located in the City’s Songjiang district, widely regarded as the cultural root of the city of Shanghai itself. The School opened in August 2015, and will eventually grow to accommodate 1800 students aged 3-18. Work is currently under way on a new development phase, which will see the introduction of specialist upper-secondary teaching spaces and facilities, as well as boarding houses. Established on an impressive and imaginative campus, the School offers an outstanding bilingual education that blends the best of British with the best of Chinese. The curriculum allows students to access a broad and balanced learning experience – one in which tradition meets creativity, and East meets West.

HD Shanghai not only benefits from being part of the successful network of HD Schools in China (HD Ningbo, HD Beijing & HD Qingdao), but also from its strong relationship with Hurtwood House, our partner school in the UK. HD Shanghai draws on Hurtwood’s experience and expertise at providing an all-round education. Students not only achieve excellent academic results but also develop interests and skills to prepare them for the challenges of life beyond school. With this in mind, the curriculum at HD Shanghai offers a broad range of opportunities designed to develop intellectual growth, physical and emotional health, artistic endeavours, creativity and service to others.

The School is committed to fostering genuinely bilingual and bicultural students, enabling them to gain competency in Mandarin and English, as well as preparing them culturally for life in an increasingly interconnected world. The curriculum is taught using a dual-language immersion approach – students benefit from lessons delivered by native speakers of English and Chinese. As well as supporting students to become bilingual, the low pupil to teacher ratio enables HD Shanghai to deliver a highly personalised approach to learning.

We recognise that the success of HD Shanghai depends on the quality, wellbeing, and motivation of our staff. International leaders and teachers can therefore expect an excellent set of benefits, including

  • a highly competitive salary and expatriate package.
  • a commitment to professional development.
  • a dedicated and passionate human resources and support team, committed to making life in China as comfortable as possible.
  • opportunities to contribute to Hurtwood House China group-level strategy and practice.
  • career progression opportunities that arise from being part of a rapidly expanding education group in a dynamic market.

HD Shanghai is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from persons who are appropriately qualified and suited to the positions available regardless of age, race, sex, disability, religion or belief. 

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