Teacher of English as an Additional Language
Shanghai Concord Bilingual School
Shanghai China
- Expired
- Salary:
- A comprehensive remuneration package that includes medical insurance, accommodation allowance and flights.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- mid-August 2017
- Apply by:
- 3 February 2017
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic teacher to be part of a newly developing college in Shanghai which opens its doors to its first students in September 2017. The college is being developed in association with its prestigious sister school, Concord College (UK) a renowned international college whose academic excellence places it at the very top of the UK examination league tables. Concord College (UK) is lending its considerable experience and expertise in support of this new venture.
The aim of Concord College Shanghai is to create a place of learning where students can flourish in a supportive atmosphere of harmony, trust and decency, whilst committed to striving for academic excellence at every level.
Initially the college will recruit students in Year 6 (age 11) and Year 10 (age 15) and in subsequent years will grow to include all years from 6 to 12 (age 11 to 18). The courses offered will incorporate the traditional Chinese curriculum in a bilingual environment, whilst also offering students IGCSE and A levels, with the intention of preparing students for entry into the top universities throughout the world. This is an exciting opportunity to be able to share best UK practice in an internationalised setting.
The successful applicant will be appointed at the very beginning of this development and will have the chance to be part of a college whose goal is to become a leading educator within the vibrant city of Shanghai.
Requirements:
- Commitment to the wellbeing and pastoral care of all students within their care.
- Ability and proven commitment to being an excellent classroom teacher.
- Excellent administrative, organisational and IT skills. Experience of SIMS and/or timetabling would be an advantage.
- Willingness and ability to contribute to the schools extra-curricular enrichment programme.
How to apply
Closing date for applications is 3 February 2017 at midday.
Interviews can be either on 6 and 7 March 2017 at Concord College Shropshire, UK or for overseas applicants, via Skype with a subsequent in-person interview in April 2017.
Successful applicants will take up their position in mid-August and will be invited to participate in a thorough programme of induction.
Application forms and detailed job descriptions for each post are available on the Concord College (UK) website www.concordcollegeuk.com
If you wish to apply, please download and complete the application form and return with a covering letter of application to Gail.Denham@concordcollege.org.uk
Completed application forms returned by post should be sent to:
Mrs Gail C. Denham
Principal of Concord College Shanghai
Acton Burnell Hall
Acton Burnell
Shrewsbury
SY5 7PF
Closing date – Midday 3 February 2017
Interviews – 6 and 7 March at Concord College in the UK
For overseas applicants, Skype interviews during March 2017 with subsequent in-person interviews to take place in Shanghai in April 2017
Concord College Shanghai is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Child protection screening is undertaken which includes checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
About Shanghai Concord Bilingual School
Shanghai Concord Bilingual School (SCBS) is unique in being the only bilingual school in the prestigious HuangPu District, right in the very heart of Shanghai. Our students, parents and staff choose the school not only for its convenient location but because we enjoy the best of Chinese attitudes to education alongside providing access to the international curriculum.
The school is expanding. There will be good career progression opportunities for strong candidates who work hard to contribute to our success.
We mirror the values of our sister school, Concord College near Shrewsbury, who advise and support us closely.
We are currently gathering expressions of interest in various disciplines from Primary to High School to join us. A strong academic background, positive attitude and excellent level of English are more important than a teaching qualification although we are always delighted to hear from experienced qualified educators.
For more information, in the first instance please send a CV to hr@concordschool.com.cn.
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