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Engineering & Electronics Teacher

The engineering and electronics teacher plays a critical role in VMA’s growing STEM curriculum: combining coding with mechanical construction to inspire students to explore the boundaries of the applied sciences. In addition to teaching coding, this teacher also manages students’ participation in national and international robotics competitions. To that end, we are seeking a candidate with a strong background in engineering and a history of cultivating students’ interest and success in the field.

Job Goals

To instill in students a high regard for studying robotics in order to advance their understanding of the discipline’s societal role in a technologically sophisticated world
To develop in each student an appreciation of and deep enduring understanding of the benefits of studying robotics since it makes possible new technologies that protect and preserve human life
To instill a desire in students to further investigate the benefits of studying robotics in order to seek answers to important questions about science can be ethically and humanely applied
To provide optimum opportunities for students to develop their communication and collaboration skills through well-designed labs and projects
To provide a rich curriculum that encourages both personal and academic achievement, challenging students to excel in robotics and in their personal development

Performance Responsibilities

Uses Next Generation Science Standards for Engineering (or a similar set of accepted standards) to develop and teach units of study
Designs project-based learning units of study to promote mastery of engineering skills and content
Teach the C coding language and embedded programming using Arduino
Be engaged in global communities of STEM teachers to keep VMA’s engineering and robotics programs up to date
Incorporate projects for local, national, and international engineering competitions into course assessments
Manage the engineering and robotics lab by assisting students with school assignments and fun exploratory projects and recommending new resources to be purchased

Posted: June 2020

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Location	Shenzhen, China
Start Date	August 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher, College/University Faculty
Student Level	High School
Monthly Salary	USD 3670 - 4520
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Global health insurance
Relocation allowance
Housing allowance provided on a monthly basis
Annual airfare reimbursement of up to USD 3,000
Pension plan
Holiday and allowance and birthday benefit
Generous domestic and international professional development
China social insurance
178 annual paid non-working days
Mandarin classes
Bilingual staff to assist with any needs

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer science
Additional School Requirements
Valid teaching credential Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer science; master’s degree preferred At least three years of teaching STEM at the secondary level Proficiency in C, Java, and Python; teaching coding through project-based learning preferred Experience teaching structured curriculum (AP, IB, A-levels) preferred Personal Characteristics Committed to the learning and growth of students and teachers Sharing good practices with colleagues, leading by example and promoting high standards in the delivery of the curriculum Being fully involved with the life of the school both inside and outside the classroom Modeling the highest standards of professional practice and interaction with students Inspiring and motivating the School community towards high educational standards Understanding, applying and sharing contemporary educational research, theory and practice in pedagogy, assessment and reporting Demonstrating and sharing the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and a positive learning atmosphere across the School community Defining challenges clearly and seeks positive solutions, often in collaboration with others Communicating, negotiating, collaborating and building partnerships effectively while relating to the whole school community Understanding the different demographic groups within the VMA community and is able to work effectively with them Developing strategies to ensure educational opportunity for all students and staff

About the School

Introduction to Vanke Meisha Academy: Vanke Meisha Academy (VMA) is a private, international, bilingual boarding high school that contributes to the betterment of society by cultivating respectful, responsible, highly skilled leaders ready to be of service to the world. Excellent teachers and a proactive counseling program deliver an innovative curriculum, emphasize academic achievement, impart healthy habits, and inspire student engagement and both interpersonal and emotional growth. Committed to maximizing every community member's potential, we support over 70 student-run organizations and generously fund faculty professional growth. We are proud to announce that, as a result of our efforts, we were fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)! Our 653,000-square-foot state-of-the-art campus is in the clean and beautiful beach resort district of Shenzhen, China. The campus offers clean air and an impeccable natural environment in addition to gym facilities and beach access. Furthermore, we are less than 30 minutes away from the bustling global metropolis of Hong Kong, and approximately 20 minutes away from the Shenzhen city center. About the Curriculum: VMA offers three major curriculum programs: Sino-US Integrated Curriculum (US Track), Sino-UK Integrated Curriculum (UK Track), and VMAA Curriculum (VMAA, namely Vanke Meisha Arts Academy). Students in the three programs can apply to universities all over the world for further study, not just in one country or region. About Shenzhen: Shenzhen, known as "China's Silicon Valley," is a large, young, and vibrant city with a burgeoning technology industry that promises continued economic growth. Despite its relative youth, the city is a bustling global metropolis with its stock exchange, highly developed and accessible public transportation, a growing population of accomplished, sophisticated, and motivated ex-pats, and access to all Western amenities including food and nightlife. Furthermore, Shenzhen is located only 30 minutes away from the global financial and cultural metropolis of Hong Kong, one of the most developed cities in the world. Together, the Shenzhen and Hong Kong international airports offer you easy access to all of Asia. VMA is located in Dameisha, the beach resort section of Shenzhen, which promises clean air, low traffic congestion, and a fantastic living experience.