Dehong Xi'an P.E Subject Leader(Whole School) - English Medium

This position is located in Xi'an, China.

Our School: At Dehong Schools, the well-being and development of our students are at the forefront of our mission. We embrace a holistic approach to education that not only focuses on academic achievement but also on character development and social skills enhancement. Dehong Schools provide a dynamic and innovative educational experience that fuses the Chinese national curriculum, the educational philosophy and methodologies of Dulwich College International Schools, and the IB Diploma Programme, all underpinned by cutting-edge facilities and a distinguished faculty from both China and internationally. Our dedicated teachers strive to create diverse, engaging, and enjoyable learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.

Our Teacher Profile: At Dehong, our students are our utmost priority. We recognize that educators play an essential role in nurturing our students into confident, curious, and informed global citizens. Therefore, we are in search of exceptional professionals in international education who are passionate about empowering their students to realize their full potential. Our teachers inspire and motivate their students to make positive contributions to the world, embracing life responsibly and sustainably.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead your subject team in accordance with the school’s academic strategy, which includes spearheading research initiatives, coordinating curriculum development, supervising subject teachers, and managing academic assessment requirements, with approval from the Head of School/Deputy Head of School.
• Create and maintain a Subject Leader Handbook detailing all facets of your subject, including curriculum, organizational policies, and specific guidelines.
• Propose teaching research topics and objectives, encourage teachers to participate in research endeavors, summarize findings, facilitate knowledge sharing, and support publication efforts when suitable.
• Oversee teacher supervision, including organizing collaborative lesson planning sessions, ensuring a uniform format, reviewing lesson plans for quality, and providing ongoing feedback.
• Maintain a thorough archive of all lesson plans and educational resources relevant to the subject and DEXA as a whole.
• Organize and manage historical data related to assessment results for accessibility.
• Collaborate with Academic Administration on the teaching timetable, including test scheduling and class coverage.
• Manage and oversee academic resources.
• Mentor and observe new and returning teachers in your subject area and, when appropriate, across the school.
• Schedule regular seminars (training sessions) for subject teachers, featuring an agenda approved by the SLT and the Director of Teacher and Student Advancement. This includes discussions on lesson preparation, homework evaluation, teaching progress, problem-solving, and ongoing improvement in teaching and learning. Subject Leaders should serve as the Chief Career Professional Coach in their area, sharing knowledge across DEXA as needed.
• Conduct weekly observations, promote peer class observations, evaluate lessons across disciplines, and encourage the integration of Chinese and Western cultures through collaborative teaching.
• Design, promote, and oversee high-quality subject enrichment activities, including After School Activities (ASA), “Zhihong” programs, and broader academic or community events. These initiatives should engage students in enhancing their skills and knowledge while promoting teachers' professional development. Subject Leaders must ensure compliance with EiM, Education Bureau, and DEXA requirements and propose new initiatives, subject to SLT approval.
• Attend all SLT-directed meetings as scheduled at the discretion of the SLT.
• Participate in AMC organized Events and Activities, including all mandatory Open Houses for Subject Leaders.
• Some Subject Leaders may take on additional responsibilities, such as House Leadership or Sustainability Coordination, as designated by the SLT to benefit the school.
• Conduct weekly meetings with all Subject members to communicate tasks, work plans, and responsibilities. A pre-approved agenda and meeting minutes must be distributed to SLT and all participants.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks assigned by school leadership or your line manager.

Qualification and Experience Required:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Extensive experience in teaching and managing international or Chinese Curriculum courses. All Subject Leaders should demonstrate mastery in their subject area.
• Flexibility to adapt to the school’s needs and the changing educational landscape in a bilingual environment in China.
• Strong critical thinking skills, broad perspective, and insight into international education.
• A deep passion for education, a strong sense of responsibility, and a sound teaching philosophy.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, communication, and management skills.
• Creativity and resilience in high-pressure situations.

How to Apply: To apply, please submit your application through our online application system by clicking the ‘Apply’ button on this page. For more information, visit our website at https://careers.dehong.cn/careers.

Safe at School: Dehong is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in our care, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices that align with the guidelines of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Our recruitment process maintains high standards, particularly regarding child protection. All appointments are contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks, satisfactory references, and compliance with visa and work permit processes as required by Chinese law.