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Teacher of English Language and Literature

Teacher of English Language and Literature

Tes Schools Recruitment

Shanghai

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Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
27 May 2022

Job overview

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Teacher of English Language and Literature at a college based in Shanghai.

About the Role

The college seeks a well-qualified, caring and inspiring teacher of English Language and Literature (First Language) for Years 7 to 13. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a strong and forward-looking team in one of Asia's most established and reputable international schools.

The School

This is a high-performing, market-leading international school in one of the most vibrant cities in the world.

The College is academically selective with an ever-increasing roll which currently stands at over 1,600 students. They are a diverse and dynamic community with students joining from over 40 countries across the world. They pride themselves on having a highly professional, committed and caring teaching community who enjoy an engaging, rewarding and supportive school environment.

The college are more than simply outstanding academic results. Their students excel in music, drama, sport and the arts and they fully involve themselves in service to their local and global communities; service for them is not something they do, but who they are. Their Values guide their to be the very best people that they can be: to be kind; to have integrity in their thoughts and actions; to take responsibility and have respect for others and themselves, and finally to show courage and stand up for what they believe in.

Teaching Profile

Teachers:

  • Put students first in all they do
  • Display a positive attitude, adaptability and open-mindedness 
  • Show professional initiative and perseverance
  • Are truly collaborative and display highly developed communication skills
  • Are committed to internationalism and equity
  • Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship

Teachers believe in:

  • The right of every student to be safe, supported and nurtured
  • Evidence-based and innovative pedagogy
  • Personalised and differentiated student learning
  • Setting high expectations for every student
  • Empowering students to reach their own goals
  • High levels of student motivation and engagement

Teacher's practice:

  • Maximises every student’s opportunity learn
  • Promotes student agency, reflection and a love of learning
  • Delivers academic rigour and holistic learning
  • Reveals the complex and inter-disciplinary nature of learning content
  • Creates a supportive and dynamic learning environment
  • Develops students’ higher-order thinking

Post-holder Qualifications, Experience

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

  • Qualified Teacher Status
  • A degree in English Language and Literature or equivalent
  • A PGCE or equivalent in a related subject
  • At least 2 years' experience teaching English Language and Literature (First Language) to learners in a secondary school (Years 7 - 13)
  • IGCSE and/or IB experience is preferable
  • Experience teaching a second subject, beyond English is desirable.

Competencies

  • Passion
  • Vision
  • Collaboration
  • Execution Excellence

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and 'Quick Apply' below! For more information please contact managedrecruit@tes.com REF EW1614519

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