Head of Computer Science & Design

Bishkek International School is a non-profit community school providing excellent international education in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. The school opened in September 2011 and now has 360
students from age 2 to 18. Fifty percent of our students are international citizens living in Bishkek, children of employees of embassies, international organizations and international business or NGOs. Fifty percent of students are Kyrgyz citizens. The school welcomes all students regardless of ability, gender, ethnicity, language, or religious belief and everyone is encouraged to take part in all school activities. BIS is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Commission on International Education. As an IB World School we offer the IB Diploma Programme, IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). We are also a Cambridge International School, with Cambridge Assessment International Education accreditation for the IGCSE programme.

Responsibilities:

• Head of Computer Science and Design (2 Teaching Period Equivalent TPE)
• 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.
   

Computer Science Teaching (20 TPE)

• 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.

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 High School Principal
• Work closely with the Programme Coordinators for MYP, IGCSE and DP as appropriate.

Timing & Duration:
The position is available starting 15 August 2022. 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.