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High School Science (with IB Physics) Teacher

Reports To: High School Principal (or Assistant Principal)

Scope of Responsibilities:

The teacher’s primary responsibility is to ensure the success of each student as detailed in the ISK mission, vision and student educational aims. Teaching responsibility normally includes both general high school Science/STEM courses (e.g., Introductory Physics 9, STEM Engineering, Introductory Biochemistry 10) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Physics (both higher and standard levels). Assignment may also include any other course that may be reasonably assigned (e.g., STEM, IB Chemistry, Environmental Science, Theory of Knowledge), as well as supervision/teaching of off-schedule student STEM Pathways projects. Additionally, the teacher will be expected to participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, fulfil supervision duties as assigned including some evening and weekend events (as well as off-campus trips), serve as advisor to a small group of students, advise students on their Extended Essays or other projects, and supervise/coach one co-curricular activity in the course of the year.

Specific Responsibilities:

Work as a collaborative member of the high school Science Department and other teams.
Implement a program of study that adheres to the high school curriculum, IB or otherwise, as adopted by the Board of Directors
Collaborate with colleagues in bringing the ISK Educational Aims to life
Differentiate instruction to address preferred learning styles of various students in class
Integrate technology within lessons to enhance instructional delivery
Understand the school assessment philosophy and conduct ongoing assessment of student progress, using data obtained to adjust instructional content and techniques accordingly
Be available to assist students outside of class time
Communicate regularly with parents through email, telephone and conferences
Maintain professional competence in instructional techniques and in specialized teaching through in-service education activities and self-selected professional growth activities
Evaluate and respond to students’ academic, social, emotional and physical growth
Keep appropriate, up-to-date records, and prepare progress reports as needed
Attend relevant departmental, divisional and K-12 professional meetings
Participate on faculty committees and curriculum development programs as required
Promote a positive learning environment, including high standards around ISK aims
Supervise a student advisory group, including supporting student CAS/L progress
Act as an IB Extended Essay supervisor
Participate in and, if appropriate, supervise an intercultural trip
Sponsor a minimum of one extra-curricular student activity
Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Posted: August 2020

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Location	Nairobi, Kenya
Start Date	September 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	High School
Number of Vacancies	1

Qualifications and Requirements

Education Required	Bachelor
Major	Science or related
Additional School Requirements
Recent, up-to-date training in relevant subject area including IB training where relevant Student-centered and nurturing personality Commitment to collaborative planning Teacher certification from an accredited university/college Minimum 2 years relevant teaching experience Cultural proficiency and understanding of intercultural learning Proficiency with educational technology Fluent English speaker with excellent writing and communication skills Flexibility and creativity Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Qualities: Master’s Degree in relevant subject(s) Experience with Online/Virtual/Distance teaching and learning Commitment to integrated, experiential, and personalized approaches to instruction Teaching experience in a multi-cultural setting Minimum 2 years teaching experience in specific IB subject area, where relevant Experience teaching integrated STEM courses and projects, and multiple IB Science courses Experience with the Understanding by Design curriculum model Experience with inquiry-based and project-based learning Experience in data analysis and goal setting to improve learning

About the School

The International School of Kenya (ISK) is a private, non-profit PreK-Grade 12 school created in 1976 through a joint partnership between the governments of the United States and Canada. Nestled on 50 acres of a former coffee plantation, ISK serves the educational needs of both expatriate and Kenyan students who seek a challenging, North American curriculum together with the rigorous International Baccalaureate Diploma program. All decisions at ISK are guided by three foundation documents. Taken together, these documents define our purpose, the educational beliefs that drive learning, and the specific learning outcomes we are committed to developing in each student. Those three documents are the Mission, Vision, and Educational Aims. Mission - ISK inspires and nurtures passion, creativity and ambition in pursuit of a better world. Vision - Empowering students to create solutions for tomorrow’s challenges. Educational Aims - We strive to develop students of character who learn, create, act and solve in a collaborative and engaging environment.