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Teacher of Physics

Teacher of Physics

Zhongshan Affiliated High School of South China Normal University

Zhongshan City, China

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
1 June 2015

Job overview

About US

Established in 2004, Zhongshan Affiliated High School of South China Normal University currently has over 6000 students from 12 to 18 enrolled and was been assessed as a first-class school at the Guangdong Provincial level in 2009.
The school is home to one of the most established and largest International Departments in the area. With its success and new partnerships, International Department is continually developing and growing. There are IGCSE/A Level courses and IFP (International Foundation Programme) for students wishing to continue their education overseas.

A carefully designed co-curriculum and comprehensive pastoral care, encompassing a full boarding experience, will help the future students to be sharpened in different aspects that go beyond the traditional classroom settings.

Our Vision

Our commitment is to create a leading world-class school in China with a focus on the natural blending of the Chinese culture and current world trends.

We aim to create a high quality learning environment for our students. We value knowledge and the ability to communicate as a whole to eventually gain insight from that knowledge. We seek to develop students to become internationally aware, responsible, ethical and caring individuals who are able to think critically and creatively.

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.

Cambridge International School

The school has got the confirmation letter from Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and will become a Cambridge International School soon. In the coming September, International Department will offer:

  • Cambridge Secondary 1 with Cambridge Checkpoint
  • Cambridge IGCSE
  • Cambridge ICE
  • Cambridge AS/A Level
  • Cambridge AICE

The tailored curriculum is following the UK A 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.

Our Students

The students, selected from throughout the area (top students in Zhongshan City or other Pearl River Delta regions), must pass an entrance exam and show an aptitude and true desire for attending the course.

Provided by both Chinese-English speaking teachers and those from overseas, the course is designed so that students have maximum exposure to the foreign national teachers and these teachers will deliver classes to the same students every teaching day.

The students, with a robust work ethic and strong academic abilities, are supported in reaching their highest level of personal achievement through excellent learning habits, self-discipline and a strong sense of responsibility in order to achieve their full potential and gain a place at the University of their choice.

Our Campus

Zhongshan Campus is designed, constructed and equipped to a modern standard. It occupies 150,000 square metres with 100,000 square metres of building areas.

Its teaching facilities include 2 teaching buildings and 1 administration building. There are over 200 classrooms with traditional teaching equipment. In addition, multi-media facilities are available in all classrooms which are connected to the schools advanced digital campus network. The International Department also has the use of smart boards in all of its designated classrooms.

Throughout the school, students have access to multi-media classrooms, IT labs, audio visual rooms, a large electronic reading facility, a professional recording studio and a multi-media lecture hall. Furthermore, there are over 20 specialist science related classrooms and 28 piano rooms available for the students.

An Art building and sports facilities including a multi-purpose sports complex with 400-metre rubber track, a swimming pool, a football field, three volleyball courts, six basketball courts are for the students to experience a wide variety of creative co-curricular activities.

Our City

Zhongshan Affiliated High School of South China Normal University, situated three miles from the centre of Zhongshan, which city entitled one of the Most Suitable Habitat Residential Cities in China for its pleasant climate, low population density and the convenience for transportation, leisure and shopping.
Like nearly all of southern China, Zhongshan's climate is warm and humid most of the year, with an average temperature of 22 °C (72 °F) and 175 centimetres (69 in) of rainfall each year.

Zhongshan is situated within the Pearl River Delta region and is surrounded by Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Macau, all easily connected by public transport. Chu Kong Passenger Transport (CKS) connects Zhongshan with Hong Kong with multiple daily scheduled high speed ferry services to both Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal on Hong Kong Island and Hong Kong China Ferry Terminal in Kowloon. The trip by ferry takes about 1.5 hours. No more than 40 minutes can it take from Zhongshan to Macao via Zhuhai.
Smaller than its neighbors, Zhongshan is the city which continues to develop each year with a healthy and growing economy and offers a myriad of experiences. It retains its historical values and embraces the modernity of the 21st century. There are several 5 star hotels, shopping arcades and an abundance of restaurants, offering food from all over the world with many owned by expatriates who have settled in the area. For those who enjoy socialising there are numerous bars and night clubs where the international community muster.

Healthy pursuits can be found at various sport centers situated throughput the city and can be accessed by using the cities green bike scheme. Also hiking or cycling through the nearby mountains, which helps provide good air quality, or the many small historical villages can help to clear the mind and provide a level of  adventure that enhances the experience of living in a foreign land.

Vacancy Details

Our staff is a team of highly motivated teaching professionals hired from all around the world, providing a truly dynamic and energetic working atmosphere and cultural experience. We invite you to join us in the exciting journey of setting up the top-class international education to China.

Qualifications & Experience

Subject Teacher

  • Holding a degree from a recognized institution (at least at Bachelor level) in one of the following disciplines:
  • IGCSE/A Level Physics
  • IGCSE/A Level Chemistry
  • 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
  • Applicants must have teaching experience up to A level as well as general Science across KS3/4

EAP Teacher

  • English must be the applicant’s first language
  • Bachelor’s degree or above, with minimum three years of undergraduate study in the relevant discipline
  • Recognised TEFL/ TESOL qualification
  • At least two years of EAP teaching experience at high school level and/or adult training experience in the workplace in the applicable subject area.

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 1 June 2015. 

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

About Zhongshan Affiliated High School of South China Normal University

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Established in 2004, the Zhongshan Affiliated High School of South China Normal University (ZSHSFZ) currently has over 6000 students from 12 to 18 enrolled. The ZSHSFZ was been assessed as a first-class school at the Guangdong Provincial level in 2009.

Our commitment is to create a leading world-class school in China with a focus on the natural blending of the Chinese culture and current world trends.

Our aim is to create a high quality learning environment for our students. We value knowledge and the ability to communicate as a whole to eventually gain insight from that knowledge. We seek to develop students to become internationally aware, responsible, ethical and caring individuals who are able to think critically and creatively.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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