Middle School Grade 7&8 Math Teacher

Aligned with the Vision statement of HKIS, our Middle School educators are dedicated to nurturing learning environments that promote a socially engaged community of collaborative, creative, and resilient learners. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to be imaginative thinkers, pursuing their passions and challenges through innovative teaching practices. Middle School teachers play a crucial role in empowering each student to demonstrate courage and confidence when confronted with challenges, while also equipping them with essential skills to adapt and succeed as learners.

Middle School teachers understand the significance of relationships in creating meaningful learning experiences for students both inside and outside the classroom. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Middle School educator with a passion for applying inquiry-based pedagogy in their teaching. They will inspire and motivate students to acquire knowledge and skills, focusing on fostering conceptual understanding and critical thinking. This individual will collaborate closely with teaching teams, learning support specialists, subject area teachers, curriculum leaders, coaches, and administrators to design integrated learning experiences that address the diverse needs of each student, offering enhanced choices while applying principles of differentiation.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Professional Knowledge:
• Exhibits a thorough understanding of the subject(s) and embodies HKIS' Shared Philosophy of Education. For educators at HKIS, this includes instructional planning, reflection on curriculum, knowledge of tools and resources, comprehension of student developmental characteristics, and staying updated on pedagogical trends.

Instructional Strategies:
• The techniques employed by teachers to foster a culture of learning, engage students, and deliver content. This encompasses flexibility in material selection, appropriate use of technology, and varied methods of presentation, grouping, and pacing that are tailored to meet student learning needs.

Management:
• The organization, prioritization, and allocation of time and resources to create an effective learning atmosphere. This requires managing personal tasks, planning for others, anticipating needs, and adjusting resources as necessary. For HKIS educators, this includes classroom management.

Assessment:
• The assessment of student understanding through a balanced approach that incorporates developmentally appropriate formative and summative evaluations aligned with UbD Stage 1 elements (such as defined standards, enduring understandings, knowledge and skills, misconceptions, and academic vocabulary). HKIS faculty provide constructive feedback to students and parents to support learning and use assessment outcomes to inform instructional planning.

Communication:
• The effective verbal and non-verbal interactions within the HKIS community (students, parents, and colleagues) in both formal and informal settings, ensuring clarity and accuracy of information. HKIS educators are adept at selecting the most effective medium and actively listening to promote mutual understanding of needs, issues, and concerns.

Collaboration and Professional Practice:
• The strategies individuals employ to build, enhance, and sustain robust learning communities and professional relationships. Sharing insights regarding students, curriculum, and resources contributes to the overall success of the HKIS community.

Schoolwide Competencies:
• Teaching practices align with HKIS’ Foundational Documents, including the Learning Principles and Practices and the Assessment, Grading, and Reporting Philosophy.
• As a Christian-based institution, we hire Christian educators and administrators, as well as individuals from other faiths. HKIS seeks candidates who engage with complex questions of faith and spirituality and are eager to learn from and interact with individuals of diverse faith traditions.

• Global minded: Values and respects cultural diversity, promoting a sense of global stewardship and responsibility.

• HKIS faculty must comply with the HKIS Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.

• Ability to learn new software and systems, including Microsoft 365, Schoology, and PowerSchool.

• Proficiently incorporates technology as a teaching resource.

• Capable of analyzing and utilizing student data.

Other:
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary to enhance departmental contributions and the overall functioning of the school.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
• Bachelor of Education.

Experience:
• Relevant Middle School teaching certification.

• Experience in a leading international school with an American-style education is preferred.

Skills:
• At least 5 years of teaching experience.

Child Protection Statement:
• At HKIS, the welfare of each child is of paramount importance. We take proactive measures to ensure that our students are safeguarded from harm and exploitation, prioritizing their well-being.

We encourage you to learn more about our school and explore career opportunities within our remarkable HKIS community at https://www.hkis.edu.hk/