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Elementary English Teacher

The Elementary English Language Teacher provides instruction to students both individually and in groups using various teaching methods and pedagogy whilst successfully guiding English Language Learners towards increasing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing, in order to support achievement in all academic areas. He/ she uses effective learning strategies to increase student use of target language and improve student confidence in participating in all English language subject classes.

The Elementary English Language Teacher is responsible for delivering English language educational experiences to students in a classroom setting. He/She strives to creates authentic learning experiences through planning, and delivering instruction and the creation of activities, individual and team projects that help students understand by design. The successful candidate will also understand how to effectively utilize summative and formative assessment to guide student learning. He/She has a track record of creating a positive learning environment through the use of positive discipline techniques and continuously inspires excellence in student academic achievement. He/She encourages students to develop knowledge, skills and understanding in mathematics. Through the use of the California Curriculum aligned to Common Core standards, the teacher connects these core subjects to other disciplines and real-world applications

Posted: September 2018

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Location	Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, China
Start Date	October 2018
Contract Length	2 years
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Elementary, Middle School
Monthly Salary	USD 2500 - 3000
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Salary commensurate with years teaching experienceper per month (dependent upon qualifications and experience)
End-of-Contract: Upon satisfactory completion of the Employee’s contract, the Employee is entitled to a completion bonus of 10% percent of annual base salary of the most recent year worked
Master/Hard-to-Fill Stipend
Home passage and Summer Holiday Travel flight
Public holidays & Marriage & Bereavement & Sick & Maternity & Paternity leave
Housing: School will provide the employee with a furnished apartment close to school
Moving allowance:US$300-US$1000
Settling-In Allowance for expatriates hired from oversees
Medical: School will provide medical insurance coverage for the employee and his/her authorized dependent(s) in mainland China
Schooling: The school will be responsible for the cost of registration, capital levy, and tuition fees for the Employee’s school-aged children at BIBA
Professional Development
The school will apply and pay for a valid work visa cost
Mandarin course
Airport pick-up upon arrival, team building, Chinese traditional holiday gift, etc.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	TESL/TEFL Certificate TESL/TEFL Diploma Level
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	English or Education
Additional School Requirements
Relevant BA or MA degree in education from a university in a native English-speaking country At least two years of experience as an ELD teacher Expertise in teaching in an elementary English Language program Excellent organizational and communication skills Knowledgeable about recent research in pedagogy in the field of English Language education Possesses sensitivity to developmental stages and well-being of children Flexible to adapt to the teaching needs of the students and the school
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About the School

Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA) was founded in 2006 by a group of passionate educators and is one of the fastest-growing international schools in Beijing, with over 1700 students from various countries. Our vision is to be the model for developing internationally-minded bilingual ambassadors, who promote inter-cultural understanding, respect, and integration in a dynamic global community. The school is deeply rooted in an appreciation of Chinese culture and is dedicated to global citizenship in the world’s historic journey toward a united human community. Our learning culture at BIBA is one that combines rigor, discipline, and traditions of Chinese teaching methods with the vibrant stimulating, and outward-looking creativity of international methods. The fundamental to the success of our program is the passion of our foreign and Chinese teaching staff members. They deliver not only our various academic programs (US national Standards, Chinese National Standards, MYP, IGCSE, and IBDP, but also play an important role via many non-academic initiatives, in the development of a holistic student approach. Aiming hopes that BIBA students will be confident, competent, and well-equipped to take on the challenges of our modern society with international mindedness. BIBA is also accredited by WASC and at the same time, we are an active member of ACAMIS, ISAC, and JISAC. We currently have a faculty population of over 350 (with an equal ratio of international and local staff), from over 25 different nationalities. Our campus consists of an Early Childhood Center, Elementary School, and Middle-High School. Teachers enjoy rich community life with many teaching families, children, and singles, which plan and participate in various events and activities.