About This Role
Core Values Alignment:
Our school is built on kindness, strength & wellbeing, inclusiveness, and creativity. Mingwan teachers will embody these values in every aspect of their work, fostering a nurturing and innovative learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Teaching & Academic Excellence
- Deliver engaging, bilingual (Chinese/English) lessons that spark curiosity and lay a strong foundation in literacy and cultural appreciation.
- Design innovation, curriculum-aligned lesson plans that promote creativity and critical thinking.
- Provide personalized instruction and academic support to address diverse learning needs, ensuring all students thrive.
- Integrate self-directed learning strategies to cultivate globally competitive, passionate learners.
2. Duty of Care & Student Wellbeing
- Prioritize students’ mental health and wellbeing, offering timely counseling or referrals as needed.
- Monitor behavior and homework completion to instill responsibility and holistic growth.
- Create a safe, inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and supported.
3. Classroom & Culture Leadership
- Foster a dynamic, respectful learning space that aligns with school guidelines and values.
- Model kindness, strength, and inclusiveness in daily interactions with students and staff.
- Proactively contribute to a positive school culture through collaboration and mentorship.
4. Home-School Communication
- Maintain timely, transparent communication with parents via meetings, emails, and progress reports.
- Provide regular feedback on academic performance, behavior, and achievements.
5. Professional Growth & Collaboration
- Participate actively in professional learning communities (PLCs), sharing best practices and innovative methods.
- Engage in school-wide research initiatives and curriculum development.
- Commit to ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and student outcomes.
6. Beyond the Classroom
- Support co-curricular activities (clubs, events, competitions) to enrich student life.
- Organize or assist with school-sanctioned programs (e.g., cultural festivals, STEM fairs).
7. Compliance & Safeguarding
- Adhere strictly to child protection policies, employee conduct guidelines, and related policies.
Core Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned to the required curriculum.
- Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Assess student progress rigorously and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Participate actively in broader school life, including extra-curricular programs.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to elevate instructional strategies.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
- A minimum of 2 years verifiable post-qualification teaching experience.
- Demonstrable track record of excellent student outcomes.
- A bachelor's degree directly related to your teaching specialization.
- Clear criminal record check spanning the last 10 years of residency.