Secondary English Teacher

JOB PURPOSE

You will play a vital role in instructing English Language at the middle school level.

As a true collaborator, you’ll partner with our academic team, administrative staff, and regional office to enhance the skills, knowledge, and training necessary to teach English Language effectively in the Secondary setting.

Our mission is intertwined with our vision to nurture a generation of resilient, creative global citizens who will positively impact our world.

KEY RESULTS AREA

ENGAGEMENT AND INTERACTION – SCHOOL AMBASSADOR TO INTERNAL COMMUNITY

• Champion the school's mission and philosophy.
• Create a secure and purposeful learning environment for all students.
• Advocate for the progress and well-being of every student.
• Inspire and motivate students to strive for excellence for themselves and others.
• Oversee student activities both in and out of the classroom as part of regular curricular and extra-curricular programs.
• Engage in extra-curricular duties that contribute to the school’s growth.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Be an exceptional educator, learner, motivator, and communicator with outstanding interpersonal abilities.
• Encourage students to be enthusiastic, inquisitive, and passionate about learning.
• Maintain consistently high standards for yourself and your students.
• Develop effective learning strategies for students.
• Continuously assess, evaluate, and enhance your teaching methods.
• Guide students in becoming independent, lifelong learners.
• Utilize resources effectively to ensure improved learning standards and high performance for all students.
• Connect students’ existing knowledge to prior learning while fostering further development.

PLANNING AND PREPARATION

• Design effective teaching programs that offer exemplary learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
• Identify and support individual learning needs.
• Incorporate technology into daily teaching and facilitate technology learning in the classroom.
• Organize the classroom environment to enhance learning effectively.
• Inspire and engage students from diverse cultural backgrounds and varying abilities by creating challenging learning opportunities for all.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage a varied and demanding workload.

OTHERS

• Possess a current Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure or its equivalent from countries lived in outside the UK.
• Comply with visa requirements for employment in Beijing.
• Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, and be willing to pursue relevant child protection training as needed.

Secondary English Teacher Duties

This position as a Secondary English Teacher necessitates the ability, knowledge, and training to teach English Language within secondary education.

Knowledge and understanding:

• Possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of English Language, with experience in international curricula (such as IGCSE, A-level, or equivalent).
• Able to guide and support students with subject-related inquiries and promote inquiry-based learning within their specialty.
• Have knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and assessment in English Language and English Language learning.

Planning and setting expectations:

• Define clear teaching objectives, content, lesson structures, and sequences that align with the subject matter and the students being taught.
• Establish appropriate and challenging expectations for student learning and motivation.
• Set clear goals for students' learning, building upon prior achievements and experiences.
• Identify and accommodate students with special educational needs, whether for additional foundational support or for extending learning opportunities.
• Where relevant, implement and maintain records on Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with the English and Language learning team to define the learning objectives for students.

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