Secondary Science Teacher (KS3/KS4/KS5)
Varee Chiangmai International School
Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 1 August 2019
- Apply by:
- 30 April 2019
Job overview
Varee Chiangmai International School is seeking a Secondary School Science Teacher (KS3/KS4/KS5) with a specialism in Biology for August 2019.
Varee Chiangmai International School is a fully accredited member of EDT (Education Development Trust) and deliver CIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education) across the key stages in science. It is part of a larger Thai school and actively promotes Thai language and culture. The secondary school has approximately 150 students on role. It is growing meaning we need to create additional classes. The school is located close to the centre of Chiang Mai, the bustling capital of Thailand’s northern Lanna region: an area of misty mountains, Buddhist temples and diverse Hill Tribe cultures, as well as a thriving social scene. Chiang Mai has been rated among the top 10 most livable cities in Asia. It has a laid-back atmosphere, enjoys a tropical climate tempered by altitude most of the year, and, above all, is affordable. The lifestyle achievable means that most of our teachers renew their initial contract.
The successful candidate should:
- Possess a degree/qualification in science or a related field.
- Have a PGCE or equivalent.
- Be able to teach across chemistry, physics and biology at KS3, KS4 and KS5.
- Be able to teach at least biology at KS5. Experience of CIE A-level biology is considered an advantage
- Be able to use technology to track student progress.
- Be a team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Possess the ability to work with diverse groups of colleagues, students and parents, as well as different cultures. Experience working in a multi-cultural/international school setting considered a bonus.
- Have a flexible attitude as our school grows and develops.
- Be a positive and enthusiastic member of the staffroom.
- Be willing to be fully involved in the extra-curricular life of the school.
In return we offer:
A two-year contract.
- A locally competitive salary in line with other international schools in Chiang Mai.
- Housing support.
- Aetna medical insurance.
- End of contract bonus and flight support
- Visa and work permit support.
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
Application Process:
Applications are open until 30 April, though we will start contacting suitable applicants as soon as applications are received. Please apply via email to international@varee.ac.th, including the following:
Your CV, including contact details of two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.
A letter of application outlining the reasons you would like to work at our school and the skills you would bring.
Interviews will be conducted via Skype for candidates not presently in Chiang Mai. Successful candidates will be required to provide a police clearance from their country of residence.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
About Varee Chiangmai International School
- Varee Chiangmai International School
- 59 Moo 6 Mahidol Rd, Nonghoi, Muang, Chiang Mai 50000
- Thailand
About:
Varee Chiangmai International School is located in Chiang Mai, conveniently close to the airport, central shopping malls, and train and bus stations. Chiang Mai has a population of around 1.5 million with over 200,000 people living inside the city center.
At VCIS we teach a UK curriculum, the school is fully accredited by the UK-based Education Development Trust and Cambridge International Examinations. The school teaches from early years, though to the conclusion of A Level. We encourage the development of critical and analytical thinking skills through a variety of inclusive teaching methodologies, such as; differentiated instruction, co-operative learning, technology, Inquiry learning and research skills.
At Varee we believe that children learn best in a happy environment. We have created a place where students can learn happily both in and out of the classroom. Our classrooms are spacious and equipped with fully networked computers and internet access. The specialist facilities include Computer Labs, Science Labs, Art, Music and Drama Studios, and a well-resourced Library.
The school teaches in the English language, but also maintains connections with the local Thai community. Applicants applying for teaching positions must hold a teaching licence in their home country, have at least two years teaching experience and a familiarity with the English National Curriculum.
Values and Vision
Varee International values each student as an individual. They are encouraged to explore their abilities through mentorship, community service and extra-curricular activities such as sport, drama and music. Students can voice their opinions and communicate with others in a multi-cultural environment, preparing them for the international community within which they will go on to study and work.
The school boasts a strong team of teaching staff, who take pride in promoting learning through a variety of methods, in order to cater for different learning styles. Continuous professional development helps keep teachers at Varee International abreast of the latest developments in their subject fields and the curriculum they deliver, as well as assisting them to evaluate and develop their own teaching styles and skills.
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