Science Teacher (Secondary) 2020-2021
Wellington College International Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China
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- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 1 August 2020
- Apply by:
- 21 April 2020
Job overview
Teaching Opportunities with Wellington College in China
Wellington College China has schools in Hangzhou, Shanghai and Tianjin. Our schools, for pupils aged 2 to 18, are expanding rapidly, so we are looking for talented teachers in most subjects. We offer attractive packages and prioritise teachers’ professional and career development. The Wellington schools in China all have world-class facilities and resources.
We are now recruiting teachers to start for the school year 2020-2021.
Science Teacher (Secondary)
Wellington College International Hangzhou
POSITION IN ORGANISATION
The post holder is accountable to the Head of Science.
Direct line management of Science is carried out by the Principal.
MAIN PURPOSE
To lead, manage, develop, and be accountable for the curriculum at a Key Stage in order to ensure the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, personal development and well-being.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The strategic direction and development of Science at Key Stage 3.
• Teaching and Learning - to contribute to the development and implementation of effective teaching and learning strategies, including ICT-based developments.
• Support the Head of Department in leading and managing staff including monitoring of teaching and learning, pupil progress and standards of achievement and performance management of staff.
• Support the Head of Department in the efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources.
• Co-ordination and development of the curriculum for Years 7, 8 and 9, including management of resources and assessment arrangements and extra- curricular activities.
• Management of all Key Stage 3 resources, including the development of schemes of work for each year group.
• Research into new developments within Key Stage 3: investigating and piloting new initiatives in resources, class texts and teaching strategies.
• To ensure effective behaviour management systems are in place in line with wider school policies.
• To operate as part of the Science Team and attend all relevant meetings.
• To contribute, in a wider school capacity, to areas affecting the development of KS3 provision within Science as required.
• To ensure effective monitoring and communication with parents regarding academic progress both in line with school reporting procedures and in response to specific concerns as they arise.
• To enhance the development of a personalised learning culture.
• Additional duties as requested by the Head of Department.
• Provide information for external agencies.
• To take responsibility for knowledge of the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures, and demonstrate commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with these.
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/careers/
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.
Please visit our school website for more information
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