Early Years Classroom Teacher

Objectives

We are looking for specialist, qualified teachers of nursery, reception and year one pupils. Experience in international settings is welcome, and so is experience in multi-lingual environments, and in the UK state or private sectors. Most of our pupils are Chinese and we help them on their journey to developing fluency in English as they progress to primary school at age 6. Every class has English-speaking and Chinese-speaking teaching partners who are supported by teaching assistants and early years assistants.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.    Share a commitment to the successful implementation of the vision, mission and goals of Huili Nursery Shanghai as we strive to create a culture of excellence.

2.    Maintain the highest standards of care, child protection and safeguarding always, reporting concerns as appropriate.

3.    Support a philosophy that values continuous learning and development for adults which is linked directly into pupil learning, nursery development goals and the nursery’s vision.

4.    Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of pupils, your personal and your team’s performance.

5.    Promote an ethos of equality and equal opportunities for all pupils within the nursery.

6.    Provide abundant learning opportunities and educational experiences that follow the pupil’s interests, ensuring that all pupils progress, reaching their full potential.

7.    Actively promote English and Chinese language development through a range of age-appropriate, stage-appropriate and personalised learning opportunities.

8.    Contribute to the holistic well-being of all pupils and specifically to those assigned to your individual care through measuring wellbeing and involvement and implementing interventions where necessary.

9.    Celebrate the achievements of all pupils within the nursery through a variety of methods.

10. Map development and pupil progress against key development indicators for each stage of learning.

11. Moderate judgements to maximise validity, producing exemplification of learning.

12. Record and evidence learning, progress and attainment through learning journals, One Note, iSAMS and other assessment and recording mechanisms.

13. Use multiple sources of data to analyse and monitor progress to ensure that potential for learning is maximised.

14. Model and promote the Huili values of kindness, courage, integrity, respect and responsibility in the aim of enabling the Huili identity, which is to be inspired, intellectual, independent, individual and inclusive.

15. Provide opportunities for the community to be involved in the success of the pupils and the nursery.

16. Contribute to the academic development plan and evolution of the nursery through creating a culture of excellence.

Expertise

Demonstrate personal and professional authenticity always

Be solution-driven, as opposed to problem-focussed in attitude and practice

Imbue determined practice always

Accept responsibility, and be accountable for the development, progress and achievement of pupils

Have a thorough understanding of the key development indicators used a framework for developing learning opportunities to all pupils

Follow pupil’s interests and needs so that the potential opportunities for learning are maximised

Demonstrate effective planning and organisation for learning by: for example, uploading weekly plans to SharePoint in advance of teaching; recording attendance as required; tracking and submitting pupil progress and attainment data accurately and in a timely manner; create a learning environment that maximises the conditions for learning, deploying adults appropriately to ensure that all adult interactions also maximise the conditions for learning 

Motivate pupils to stretch their level of ability and potential through engagement with a stimulating learning environment and the use of effective adult interactions

Set high expectations; and design learning opportunities and instructional experiences that meet the needs and stimulate active learning by all pupils

Select appropriate materials for implementation of the specific pedagogical approach used and adapt materials and methods to the learning needs of all pupils

Use resources effectively to support learning in the classroom and the indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the nursery

Promote the characteristics of effective learning, the art of questioning, clarity of learning expectations, communication in large and small groups and with individual pupils in an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression

Work cooperatively with parents and generate trust and confidence in the learning experience of pupils

Participate in the development of policies and promote a culture of excellence

Use technology effectively for learning, record keeping, other administrative tasks, and communications

Share responsibility for professional and collaborative team relations

Serve, when asked, as a coach and mentor for other staff members

Adhere to professional, ethical principles and practice

Continually strive to improve the learning spaces, learning opportunities, teaching / facilitating techniques, and collaborative relationships

Share responsibility for marketing Huili Nursery Shanghai in the community

Display personal qualities that reflect favourably upon the nursery

Display pride in being a teacher and a member of the Huili Nursery Shanghai team by displaying full participation in the nursery’s culture  

Attend all team meetings and committees as necessary

Identify and participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to a professional learning community dedicated to ensuring the highest quality learning experience

Be familiar with and support the management team in the effective implementation of the setting’s Health and Safety policy

Adhere to all procedures and policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook

Promote an understanding of the culture and heritage of China and display professional conduct in line with the culture and religious expectations of the country

Preferred Aptitudes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and preferably proven ability to communicate effectively with different types of people and in a cross-culture environment
• Strong grasp of international best practices in education
• Strong passion for education and pleasure in working with young people
• Proven ability to work with metrics, numbers and trends, and develop recommendations for action based on analysis of data
• Personal integrity, accountability and authenticity
• Strong mindset for continuous improvement to meet or exceed expectations
• Commitment to quality and attention to detail
• Demonstrate competence in areas such as IT, budgeting, personnel development and information systems
• Experience of working in bilingual schools would also be an advantage

Disclaimer: This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work that will be required of this position. It is not intended to limit, or in any way to modify, the right of the head of early years, or designated leader, to assign, direct or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. Additional information will be provided in the Staff Handbook and through staff induction.