Homeroom Teacher

Established in 1993, Huijia Private School is an internationally focused private boarding school serving students in grades Kindergarten through 12. The school has always been at the forefront in China of educational thought and cutting-edge instructional strategies. The school implements the latest and best educational practices while utilizing modern facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology, a challenging and motivating IB (International Baccalaureate) academic curriculum, and a highly trained team of foreign and Chinese administrators, teachers and staff.

Job Description: PYP Primary-School Homeroom Teacher

1.Reports to: Head of Primary-School

2.Maximum Class Size: 24

3.Start Date: June 2018

4.Contract Length:1 year at least

Teaching and Learning:

1.       Work together with the Chinese co-teacher and the Teacher Aide (if any) to provide a warm educational environment for the students.

2.       Follow the teaching philosophy of the school and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program.

3.       Plan and teach considering students varied levels, interests, backgrounds (differentiated instruction).

4.       Integrate different subjects with the units of study (such integration must be documented).

5.       Teach using a variety of tools and strategies to actively and creatively engage students in learning.

6.       Plan the units of study with Areas of Interaction

7.       Prepare and submit bi-weekly lesson plans for unit of study in approved formats

8.       Prepare and submit Unit Plans in an approved format

9.       Maintain an updated “Teaching Records” portfolio with evidence of student work

10.    Help organize and carry out school curricular and extracurricular activities

11.    Organize class field trips (one per unit)

12.    Prepare Unit of study reflection assemblies and exhibitions

13.    Use reflection tools as required by PYP

14.    Participate in annual reviews of the curriculum

15.    Develop Student portfolios and prepare students for Student Personal Projects

16.    Participate in the development and implementation of the Student Learning Support program

Assessment:

1.       Create authentic assessment activities

2.       Prepare and submit unit assessment semester progress reports in an approved format

3.       Keep clear and appropriate records of student learning progress and assessment, evaluating homework/assignments in an orderly fashion

4.       Participate in Parent-teacher conferences and provide useful and constructive feedback to parents

5.       Organize unit and assessment mornings and engage parents in the units and assessment process

6.       Student Development:

7.       Keep updated records of student attendance with evidence of MCs, sick notes, permission requests, etc

8.       Promote academic excellence

9.       Maintain a supportive and positive classroom climate

10.    Attend to extra administration related duties

11.    Promote positive behavior as per our discipline plan

12.    Maintain updated records of student house points as per our discipline plan

13.    Maintain a safe, tidy and attractive classroom (with elements of PYP classroom displays)

14.    Maintain a safe and orderly out-of-the classroom environment

15.    Assume responsibility for all students within the school, beyond those specifically assigned

Parents Relation:

1.       Maintain a harmonious and professional relationship with all parents

2.       Communicate effectively and regularly with parents through weekly letters

3.       Organize unit and assessment mornings to keep parents regularly informed about the Units of Study

4.       Respond to parent communications (emails/letters) in a timely and appropriate fashion (within 24 hours).

5.       Participate in Parent-teacher conferences when requested by parents

6.       Encourage parents to engage in school activities 

General:

1.     Maintain a harmonious, professional and supportive relationship with staff, students, colleagues and parents

2.     Convey a positive image of the school to parents, students and the public in general

3.     Participate in staff meetings and staff development/training sessions

4.     Participate in semester work reviews

5.     Submit required documentation punctually

6.     Demonstrate respect and care for school materials/equipment

7.     Follow the School procedures for leave application, facility/materials request

8.     Follow the School staff dress code and code of conduct

9.     Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment as assigned by Head/Principal/Coordinator (i.e. teacher substitutions, writing journals, etc)

Requirements

l  Required Certificates     Other Certification

l  Education Required      Bachelor

l  Minimum Teaching Experience    2 Years

l  Major      Elementary education

l  Additional Requirements

Education: Bachelor in Education or Early Childhood

Native English speaker

PYP background preferred

Drama, dance, or PE experiences preferred

Benefits

l  Basic salary

l  Weekends off

l  Full paid summer/winter/Chrismas holiday

l  10000 RMB Flight reimbursement

l  Health insurance

l  Legal work visa provided with resident permit

l  Free accommodation provided

l  Meals allowance each day