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High School Science Teacher

Shenzhen Vanke Meisha Academy

Shenzhen, China

US 3670 - 4520 a month

Start August 2019

Job
School

Contract Length: 1 year minimum (2 or more years preferred)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

High School

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher, College/University Faculty

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience
Major: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or any Physical/Life Sciences preferred
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License

Additional School Requirements:

Experience teaching honors/AP/IB coursework preferred
Experience coaching students in science competitions preferred
Experience designing cross-curricular programs with the mathematics departments preferred
Experience designing lab spaces and experiential learning centers preferred

Personal Characteristics

Is ethical and respectful
Holds high regard for professionalism and maintains a professional demeanor
Communicates effectively using excellent oral and written skills
Structures a learning environment that is motivating and engages students in the learning
Possesses strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Prepares and completes reports and other required documents in a timely manner
Reaches out to parents to include them in their child’s educational experiences

Physical Characteristics

Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift and stand for prolonged periods; see to read fine print and for depth perception; use hands and fingers to perform tasks; speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate effectively.

Job Benefits:

Monthly housing allowance of USD $730
Tax-free salary for first three years of employment (depending on country of citizenship)
Visa application assistance and reimbursement
Annual flight compensation
Airport Pickup
Monthly daycare reimbursement stipend
Retirement pay
Health and welfare benefits
Holiday travel allowance
International health insurance
Housing that meets western standards of comfort
Excellent bilingual support staff
Extensive professional development opportunities and funding
Chinese official holidays and many U.S. official holidays

Job Description:

Vanke Meisha Academy is now accepting applications for a candidate pool for High School Science Teacher. Applicants for this position will be screened based on education, training, experience and other relevant factors. Once applications are screened, those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted for an initial interview.

Reports to: Dean of Academic Affairs and/or Principal

Job Goals

To provide curriculum leadership and instructional support for the development of scientific literacy that impacts student achievement and promotes life-long learning
To cultivate in each student an appreciation of and deep enduring understanding of science and the application to the real world
To instill a desire in students to further investigate the wonders of science by applying their understanding of numerous situations and use their knowledge in everyday life
To develop students’ mastery of the science course content
To provide optimum opportunities for students to develop their communication skills by recording evidence of their research into the various theoretical approaches through verbal, written, and graphic presentations
To provide a rich scientific curriculum that encourages both personal and academic achievement challenges students to excel in science and to foster a deep respect for preserving and protecting the earth and its’ inhabitants

Performance Responsibilities

Uses the next generation science standards to develop and deliver a curriculum that includes scientific methodology, physical sciences, life sciences, earth sciences, and technology
Designs units that provide opportunities for students to design experiments, collect data, construct a hypothesis, apply scientific methods and refine testable explanations and predictions
Builds lessons based on preparing students for college and career success which include building an in-depth understanding of content and develop key skills – communication, collaboration, inquiry, problem-solving, and flexibility that will serve students throughout their educational and professional lives
Designs lab investigations that offer students many experiences in student-directed inquiry and engagement activities
Uses a variety of instructional strategies such as demonstrations, discussions, lectures, presentations in order to assist students in developing logical, critical, and creative thinking skills, drawing conclusions, solving problems, achieving improved interpersonal relationships, and making value judgments
Uses formative and summative assessments, and other types of multiple measures to assess student learning and make instructional decisions and adjustments
Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of students with varying learning modalities, intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds
Creates student based lessons to explore ways to improve social interactions as well becoming more adept at recognizing and addressing emotional hardships, empathizing with those struggling with a difficult dilemma, and building stronger conflict resolution skills
Prepares students to successfully pass science tests and final exams
Collaborates with other teachers in a PLC setting to share teaching strategies and assess student outcomes
Maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly and productive classroom environment
Maintains professional competence through extended training
Stays updated on the latest technology and scientific discoveries
Selects and uses appropriate textbooks, instructional aids, technology, and maintains required inventory records
Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday
Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Dean of Academic Affairs and/or principal of Vanke Meisha Academy

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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.

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