Head of Computer Science & Design

Responsibilities:

Head of Computer Science and Design 

• Review the computer science and design teaching requirements of the school across all curriculums,  taking account the needs of students, the availability of teaching resources and the requirements of IB  Primary Years Programme, IB Middle Years Programme, IB Diploma Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, and  the Ministry of Education. Recommend practical solutions to the Management Board and work to  implement agreed solutions. 
• Oversee teaching of Design in the Middle Years Programme. 
• Mentor and support other teachers in the Department. 
• Act as line manager, including appraisal, for other teachers in the Department. Teaching 
• Develop, deliver, and assess Computer Science teaching in the Cambridge IGCSE Programme and IB  Diploma Programme.  
• Align classroom learning and teaching to IGCSE and DP approaches, as appropriate. 
• Create an engaging classroom environment that motivates students to learn and ensure all student  expectations are high. 
• Provide a positive learning environment for each student and inspire students to expand their  understanding and enjoyment of the subjects taught. 
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of each student to be socially and academically  successful, having regard to the abilities and aptitudes of individuals. 
• Enhance lessons through incorporating technology into the teaching program and be creative in  working with limited resources. 
• Use a wide range of assessment methods to ensure student knowledge and understanding are  appropriately recorded. 
• Provide individual tutoring for students who need support to progress in their course. 
• Be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching and organization, and high  standards of achievement and behaviour in lessons. 
• Collaborate with other teachers to ensure a consistent approach to learning and achievement of  standards for each group. 
• Work with Programme Coordinators to produce relevant planning documents and attend relevant  Programme meetings. 
• Plan, keep and report appropriate records to school management and parents.

Software developer and ICT advisor 

• Work with ICT support staff to identify needs and resolve problems. 
• Train staff on the use of ICT resources for education across all subjects. 
• Keep a record of all ICT facilities in the school and provide an annual report on capacity and purchase  requirements to meet school needs in the next academic year.  
• Develop code for databases, websites and other software as agreed with the Management Board.  Maintain and update this software for BIS use during the contract. 

Other Responsibilities:

• Supervise Extended Essay Students for the IB Diploma, and/or Community Service projects for High  School and Middle School students (as required, according to student needs and teacher allocations). 
• Organise and lead extra-curricular activities and student engagement in issues related to computer  science and sports teams, to promote positive interactions among students of all ages and develop  their academic, creative, and sporting potential. 
• Organise and lead relevant educational visits for Middle and High school students. 
• Maintain knowledge of current educational theory and practice and undertake professional training in  liaison with the Director of Studies and Programme Coordinators. 
• Act in accordance with the budgets, policies, procedures, directions and decisions of the school  management 
• Act as ambassador for the school and act in a manner that upholds the values and ethos of the school  at all times 
• Maintain high quality standards in all areas of the school 
• Any other activities as agreed with management to contribute to overall development of the school. 
• Report to the Director of Studies 
• Work closely with the Programme Coordinators for MYP, IGCSE and DP as appropriate.  

Timing & Duration:

The position is available starting 16 August 2021. This is a full-time long-term position with an initial contract  of two or three years (subject to 3 months’ probation) which will be renewable by mutual consent.