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High School Social Science Teacher

Vanke Meisha Academy is now accepting applications for a candidate pool for High School Social 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 Goal

To instill in students a keen sense of ethics and citizenship by developing sincere respect for all persons as equals regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, and beliefs;
To develop in students a deep appreciation about the quality of life in their community, the nation, and their world;
To teach students about their responsibility as members of the global community to participate ethically and with humanity in their interactions with members of the world’s various nations, cultures and peoples;
To provide a rich and comprehensive curriculum that encourages both personal and academic achievement, challenging students to excel in history/social science and in their personal development.

Performance Responsibilities

Uses the 2016 History/Social Sciences Framework to develop units of study in civics/government, economics, geography, and history
Develops a balanced history/social sciences curriculum that includes lessons in which students engage in inquiry-based learning, organized around questions of significance, developing their own interpretations, informed by relevant evidence that includes a wide range of perspectives
Develops a balanced history/social sciences program involving factual background material, material on current events, discussion time, and other appropriate activities designed to encourage students to develop skills and attitudes, draw conclusions, achieve improved interpersonal relationships, and make value judgments based on scientific methods of inquiry
Infuses lessons with biographies, original documents, diaries, letters, legends, speeches, and other narrative artifacts from the past to foster students’ understanding of historical events by revealing ideas, values, fears, and dreams of the people associated with them
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 and includes differentiation in order to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of students with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds
Incorporates education technology into instructional and for student engagement to provide a challenging and interesting educational environment for all students
Collaborates with other teachers in a PLC setting to share best practices and assess student work determine progress and plan interventions and extensions
Maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly and productive classroom environment
Maintains professional competence through extended training
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 work day
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

Posted: January 2019

This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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Location	Shenzhen, China
Start Date	August 2019
Contract Length	1 year minimum (2 or more years preferred)
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher, College/University Faculty
Student Level	High School
Monthly Salary	USD 3670 - 4520
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Monthly housing allowance of USD $730
Tax-free salary for the 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

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	History, Psychology, Economics, Political Science preferred
Additional School Requirements
Two years of teaching social science at the secondary level Honors/AP teaching experience preferred Extensive knowledge and application of Common Core state standards 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

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.