Shanghai Huaer Collegiate School Kunshan is seeking to appoint a teacher of Upper School Chemistry (AP) for an August 2021 start.
SHCS employs a blended Chinese and American curriculum that combines a drive for academic excellence within a whole child education program designed to nurture healthy, globally aware young adults. Learning with Huaer Collegiate truly is a process. Each stage of education prepares the scholar for the next, from preschool through Grade 12 and onto college. Scholars who spend their entire school life with us benefit from the continual and consistent support that only a progressive curriculum can provide.
Along with American school-based curriculum developed in collaboration with high-performing independent secondary boarding schools in the US, we also draw on the high-quality competition training program of No. 2 High School of East China Normal University. We have established a four-level curriculum that includes college preparatory (CP), enriched college preparatory (ECP), Advanced Placement (AP) and enriched AP (AP Plus) levels. Accordingly, the AP course objectives provide the basis of our academic standards and allows for a personalized learning pathway that extends beyond the AP curriculum, positioning scholars to excel among their international peers. By incorporating the credit system of universities and including various life block programs, we offer a highly personalized program of study, resulting in a unique class schedule for each scholar, thus providing a competitive education for Chinese scholars to find a best fit for studying in the world’s highly selective universities.
We expect our educational leaders to embody the very same high standards and dispositions we expect our graduates to model: to be a resilient scholar, adaptable ambassador, enlightened communicator and ethical visionary. Therefore, every educator will be expected to contribute actively to the whole life of the school, working with scholars beyond the classroom in advisory, co-curricular and residential programs. We are building a diverse, enthusiastic and highly supportive community of teachers who are committed to academic excellence and the creation of opportunities for scholars to take charge of their learning with daring optimism and drive. We are seeking to appoint a highly talented faculty to cover all areas of the school and who can share in our ethos – enjoying collaboration and learning, embracing cross-cultural adaptability, and sharing a resilient and ethical passion for developing an outstanding college preparatory school. International or US primary English curriculum experience is preferred. Endorsements or specialisms in ESL, Reading & Literacy, Special Education or Gifted & Talented will be advantageous.
REQUIREMENTS
At Huaer Collegiate, teachers are committed to whole child education and therefore, play multiple roles. They should not only be able to impart knowledge, but also be able to have heart-to-heart talks with scholars and act as their academic and life advisors. These responsibilities put forward a deeper level of requirements for teachers, such as the compatible vision for whole child, personalized education, rigorous attitude, outstanding academic ability, and love for education and children. We put these talented individuals into an open and collaborative environment and build a team of teachers that combines innovation and continuous improvement.
Education/certification:
Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
Special knowledge/skills:
- Excellent executive, organization, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of consistency, reliability, and integrity
- Demonstrated interest in adolescent development and optimism for students’ ability to learn and grow
- Ability to learn and apply local Chinese educational standards as well as new technologies
- Interest in and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Ability to thrive in highly demanding, fast-paced environments where expectations for performance are high
- Demonstrated interest in contributing to activities outside of the classroom
- Ability to collaborate, establish rapport and communicate in a Dual Language Immersion environment
This role commands a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including high-quality housing; flights for employee and dependents, and medical insurance for employee and dependents. Full tuition support will be provided for any successful applicant with school-age children. The position will be offered on an initial three-year contract term with annual renewal thereafter.
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 – 5 years
Bonus/Commission: No