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Head of ESL - Shanghai HD Bilingual School - China

Appointment Details

The Head of the EAL Department at HD Shanghai School will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team in providing a high quality of EAL Teaching & Learning at the School.

We are seeking an individual who can articulate and develop the vision and ethos of HD Shanghai, helping to inspire and empower staff, students and parents within the whole community of the School.

Role and Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

To foster a passion for the teaching of EAL an excellent work ethic, and a culture of high expectations in which both the staff and the students are able to fulfil their potential
To oversee curriculum development, lesson planning and schemes of work for the EAL Department
To monitor and evaluate curriculum provision, liaising with other Heads of Department, where appropriate, to implement action plans
To ensure a personalised approach to learning is adopted and a variety of learning models and groupings are used by EAL teachers
To liaise with the Learning Support Department regarding the development and collation of Individual Education Plans
To have a thorough understanding of the purpose and aims of the HD Shanghai’s overall curriculum, and ensure this is communicated effectively
To ensure that EAL Teaching & Learning are appropriately aligned with the School’s value added measures
To develop the best combination of British and Chinese approaches to deliver a personalised bi-lingual curriculum
To ensure that technology is used effectively to support learning
To ensure a consistent and high quality approach to assessment and reporting of EAL throughout the School
To create and update curriculum handbooks and policy documents
To participate fully in the co-curricular and school activity programme

Connections with Students

To be an outstanding practitioner as an EAL teacher, setting the standards for other teachers in the Department
To create an effective, challenging learning environment for all
To provide appropriate and timely feedback on work
To acknowledge each student’s improvement and effort
To encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
To lead and participate in school activities outside the classroom, helping to deliver a broad co-curriculum and build a strong sense of school community
To establish a rapport which enhances learning

Communication and Co-operation

To develop a collaborative and supportive culture amongst colleagues in the EAL Department in which information, ideas and resources are easily shared
To ensure that EAL classrooms are an attractive orderly place where equipment and resources are well managed
To identify opportunities for staff CPD and to ensure that a strong professional development framework is in place
To assist the Senior Leadership Team in developing the strategic vision for the School
To participate in leadership, department and parent meetings
To support the School’s image and profile in the community
To attend meetings and undertake duties as reasonably requested by the Head

Posted: September 2018

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Location	Shanghai, China
Start Date	August 2018
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher, University Graduate
Student Level	Elementary
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

The successful candidate will receive excellent salary and benefits commensurate with their experience. This will include:

Competitive, low tax salary
Accommodation allowance
Start and end of contract flights for employee and immediate family members
Relocation allowance
Excess baggage allowance
Medical insurance for employee and immediate family members
Annual flight allowance for employee and immediate family members
100% tuition fees contribution for up to two children
Annual bonus
Contract renewal bonus
Visa and legal documents sponsorship for employee and immediate family members

We recognise that the success of HD Shanghai depends on the quality, wellbeing, and motivation of our staff. In addition to the salary and package structure outlined above, therefore, staff can also expect:

A commitment to professional development
A dedicated and passionate human resources and support team, committed to making life in China as comfortable as possible
Outstanding career progression opportunities that arise from being part of a rapidly expanding education group in a dynamic market

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Additional School Requirements
Experience and Knowledge Excellent working knowledge of the UK National Curriculum (required) High levels of subject knowledge (required) At least eight years of relevant experience of working with children who have English as a Second Language (required) Experience of working in the independent sector (desirable) Qualifications A good degree from an established university PGCE or QTS Personal Qualities Emerging leadership qualities, with ability to command respect from students, staff and parents alike Excellent administrative and organisational abilities Good communication skills Ability to understand the needs, challenges and opportunities of an international school community Ability to stretch the most able, whilst also ensuring the curriculum is accessible to all Ability to inspire children with a love of learning Willingness to contribute to all aspects of school life Strong personal-relations and team-working skills Energy, charisma and dynamism with the vision and drive to create productive learning environments and excellent outcomes for all children Rigorous can-do attitude, positive team player with a sense of humour

About the School

Shanghai HD Bilingual School Shanghai HD Bilingual School is a private bilingual school with courses from kindergarten and primary school to secondary school. HD School provides the comprehensive and international education solution for Chinese families who seek an authentic international education. Blending the best of international educational philosophy with Chinese curriculum, HD School provides students with a comprehensive and balanced learning experience. This is where tradition meets creativity and East meets West. About HD UK: Hurtwood House (HD UK) is recognised as one of England’s most successful and honorable school, putting the vigour and enthusiasm back into education. With its outstanding academic record (the average A-level results ranking top 2 in recent seven years), about 35% of Hurtwood House students are admitted into top 7 universities in UK; about 20% students go to top 5 universities like Oxford and Cambridge each year. Our Chinese and international teachers are educators with a heart. They come from different cultures and are professionally qualified. Motto Education Creates Character Vision Shanghai HD Bilingual School, founded in the best traditions of Chinese culture and outstanding international education concepts, is committed to fostering bilingual students with 21st century skills of Creativity, Critical-thinking, Collaboration and Communication. Educational Approach â High quality bilingual education â Creativity and academic rigour â Focus on 4C’s: Creativity, Collaboration, Communication & Critical-thinking â 21st Century Skills â Education Globalized Chinese Recruitment phoneï¼400 682 6728