Performing Arts (whole school)

Dipont KCS Chengdu welcomes early applications for the 2023-24 academic year for positions across a range of subjects, disciplines, and year levels. If you are a talented expatriate or Chinese educator and have the passion to contribute to the development of a world-class school, we would like to hear from you.

Background

Dipont KCS Chengdu was established in September 2021 with the largest ever opening roll of any new bilingual or international school in Chengdu. It was formed through partnership between the prestigious King’s College School, Wimbledon, one of the most academically successful schools in the world.

Location

Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan Province, in South West China, and is famous for its rich history, fascinating culture, spicy cuisine and relaxed lifestyle. It is home to the Giant Panda research and breeding centre, a wonderful facility that welcomes millions of visitors each year.

Facilities

Our iconic campus includes a 600 seat theatre, a black box studio, first class laboratories, an Olympic sized swimming pool, and a fitness and weight training suite.

Curriculum

Representing a new standard of bilingual education in China, the school provides for both local and international pupils via an innovative model that combines Chinese and western approaches to learning and academic excellence, culminating in IGCSE and A-level examinations.

We have been at the forefront of international education in China for more than thirty years. We employ over 400 expat teachers and have more than 6,000 students enrolled in our high school programs, partnered with some of the best schools in the country. Our independent schools across China are model examples of what a fusion of Chinese and Western pedagogy can become.

Professional development includes a thorough orientation for new staff as well as ongoing contact with experts in the field.  Internal career path opportunities are open to capable and high performing educators, with the potential to move into curricula or program management roles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
  
• Excellent classroom practice, with some experience of teaching ESL pupils advantageous
  
• Ability to learn and apply local Chinese educational standards as well as new technologies
  
• Interest in and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  
• The ability to work collaboratively and to contribute to the development of a school that aspires to world-class standards
  

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary levels
  
• High quality housing
  
• Annual return airfare for employee and dependents
  
• Medical insurance for employee and dependents
  
• Full tuition support for employees with school-age children