Teacher of Mathematics

Our School

Panyu Affiliated High School of South China Normal University was founded in 2001 and has grown steadily and developed an outstanding academic reputation.

The students, selected from the top students in Guangzhou City or other Pearl River Delta regions, must pass an entrance exam and show an aptitude and true desire for attending the course which is to ensure that the students have the academic capacity and qualifications to succeed at leading universities around the world.

To deliver our high standard of educational excellence our teachers are experienced, confident, well organised and participate fully in all aspects of school life within and beyond the classroom. They are passionate about what they do and seek creative ways to challenge and inspire students every day.
At Panyu School, students will be able to experience a wide variety of creative activities such as drama, music, debating and many team sports such as football and badminton. These co-curricular activities will help develop students' confidence, teamwork and communication skills.

Today, the school has a total enrolment of almost 2,000 pupils. It is consistently the best performing school and undoubtedly among the very best independent co-educational schools in the country.

Our Vision

We strive to deliver innovative, personalized, and holistic education for students, inspiring and extending them to their fullest potential to become inquisitive, observant, articulate and responsible individuals ready to contribute to the local and global communities.

Our Curriculum

International Foundation Programme

Operating in close association with the University of London International Academy, International Department were authorised by University of London to offer University of London International Foundation Programme with academic direction by London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in September 2014.

The University of London International Foundation Programme provides the students with the skills and knowledge to prepare them for rigorous undergraduate study. The programme is equivalent in standard to qualifications studied in year 13 in a UK school. When the students successfully complete the programme they will gain guaranteed entry to an LSE-directed degree offered by the University of London International Programmes, or they can also apply to study for an undergraduate degree offered by other universities, both in the UK and elsewhere.

The tailored curriculum will be based on the fundamental principal of its educational approach that students not only have to be very strong academically but they also have to be well-rounded individuals with strong critical thinking, communication, leadership and teamwork with a good understanding of other cultures.

The Place

Panyu is a district of Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province in southern China. It takes no more than 20 minutes from Panyu to the downtown of Guangzhou by metro.

Located in the south-central portion of Guangdong, Guangzhou is part of the Pearl River Delta and the third-largest Chinese city and the largest city in South Central China. The city serves as an important national transportation hub and trading port. One of the five National Central Cities, it holds sub-provincial administrative status.

Guangzhou has a lengthy monsoon season, spanning from April through September. Summers are wet with high temperatures and high humidity. Winters are mild and comparatively dry. With monthly percent possible sunshine ranging from 17 percent in March and April to 52 percent in November.

Guangzhou is well connected to Hong Kong by train, coach and ferry. The Guangdong Through Train departs from the Guangzhou East railway station and arrives at the Hung Hom KCR station in Kowloon, Hong Kong. The route is approximately 182 km (113 mi) in length and the ride takes less than two hours.

Guangzhou is considered one of the most prosperous cities in China, while Panyu district is a delightful area to live in for its low living cost, low population density, convenience for leisure, shopping and transportation, clean and security. There is a good variety of housing available to suit all tastes and budgets. Guangzhou Downtown and the nearby cities provide terrific opportunities that supplement the cultural, sporting and commercial life of the area. In short, the standard of living in the area is attractive and sought after.

Vacancy Details Qualifications

• Holding a degree from a recognized institution (at least at Bachelor level) in one of the following disciplines:
• Pure Mathematics & Mathematics and Statistics
• Economics
• Sociology
• Having a professional teaching qualification with preferably a minimum of three years of teaching experience of GCSE and A level teaching or its equivalence (AP/IB) in the appropriate subject and age range

Knowledge & Understanding

• High level of subject knowledge
• Up to date knowledge of the characteristics of high quality teaching and the main strategies for improving and sustaining high standards of learning and achievement for all students
• Effective strategies for the promotion of good behaviour and dealing with challenging behaviour
• Thorough understanding of current education policies and practice, in particular relating to Child Protection and Health and Safety

Skills

• Able to teach students of all abilities and ages to a high standard, utilising excellent classroom teaching skills to promote good student progress
• Promote the School’s aims positively and use effective strategies to enthuse students with a love of learning
• Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment
• Innovative in approach to teaching and learning Personal Characteristics
• Professional in approach and appearance
• Positive attitude, with good interpersonal skills
• Good team player, willing to make a full contribution to the work of the department and the extra-curricular programme
• Committed to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people
• Well organised with high expectations of achievement and behaviour

Duties & Responsibilities

• To create and manage a caring, supportive and stimulating environment which is conductive to a student’s learning
• To identify clear teaching objectives and learning outcomes, with appropriate challenge and high expectations
• Teaching, according to their educational needs, the pupils assigned to him/her, including the setting and marking of class work and homework
• Marking work, giving appropriate feedback and maintaining records of pupils’ progress and development
• Selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils
• Preparing pupils for qualifications and external examinations
• Preparing, administering and invigilating examinations
• Participating in departmental meetings, parents liaison events and staff training
• Participating in extracurricular activities, such as outings, social activities and sporting events
• Undergoing regular observations as part of continuing professional development
• Managing pupil behaviour in the classroom and on school premises, and applying appropriate and effective measures in cases of behaviour
• To adhere to the rules of the school
• To be part of a whole department team, actively involved in decision-making on the preparation and development of policies and programmes of study, teaching materials, resources and methods of teaching

In return, we offer you

• A committed and successful Learning Area Team
• Encouragement for innovation and creativity
• A supportive and collaborative environment and the opportunity to achieve significant career development as you prepare for further promotion

In return for your passion to deliver the highest quality education you will enjoy a more than competitive salary, our benefits package includes accommodation allowance, medical insurance, and an annual flight allowance. You’ll have the opportunity to live in and work in one of China’s largest and most spectacular region. There are also wonderful opportunities to visit and experience different parts of China and other East Asian countries.

How to Apply

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practice and appointments are subject to an interview, satisfactory references and criminal record checks.

If you are interested in applying for one of the positions above, please send the completed application form, together with a cover letter, an up-to-date CV and relevant qualification certificates to: becky.wang@ha-eduinvest.com or yvonne.hong@ha-eduinvest.com .

(Please state the position and the campus for which you are applying in the email subject box.)

The deadline for applications is 15 July 2015.

Early application preferred and selected candidates will be interviewed in Panyu and online.