Head of Chemistry (Science)

Description

**Teach in China

**Head of Chemistry/Science needed in Shanghai

**Competitive salary + benefits 

Our client is a non-profit bilingual school located in the beautiful Shanghai city, offering a unique Year 1 – 12 educational programme that integrates elements of Shanghai and international curricula, culminating in Years 9-12 with the IGCSE and IB Diploma Programmes, which are complemented by core components of the Shanghai curriculum. 

The bilingual school is currently seeking an experienced and outstanding Head of Chemistry/Science to join them in the next academic year.  The role will be responsible for the Chemistry or Science department consists of 3 and 12 full time teachers respectively. 

If you are looking to start a new adventure in the Fareast and serious about teaching internationally, this is the opportunity you DO NOT want to miss!! 

An ideal candidate should have:

*Bachelor's degree or above in related field required

*5+ years’ experience from an established/high achieving school

*Working experience in bilingual school is highly desirable 

*Have a track record of success in Chemistry both inside and outside the classroom 

*Natural leadership qualities, with a capacity to initiate and manage change with flair and creativity 

*A collegiate working style with an inclusive and empowering approach to management 

The school offers an attractive salary package includes:

**Competitive monthly salary 

**Monthly accommodation allowance

**FREE annual flight 

**FREE meals on working days

**FREE medical insurance 

**FREE work visa

**Tuition allowance for up to two children 

**Holiday paid 

**Bonus upon completion of contract

**Transport arrangement 

The key responsibilities are likely to include:

– To have overall responsibility for the leadership and management of the chemistry department.

– To have overall responsibility for the quality of teaching and learning within the department and to be responsible for the public examination results achieved by the department.

– To have overall responsibility for the organization and quality of concerts and chemistry performances throughout the year.

– To oversee the overall performance of students in chemistry and to ensure that the most able are stretched and challenged and those who do not find success easy in chemistry have clear action plans for differentiated help and support

– To ensure that the Performance Reflection and Enhancement Process is carried out within the department.

– To lead the regular departmental meetings and to ensure that best practice is shared within the department and that appropriate collaborative planning takes place.

– To ensure that course outlines, units of work and lesson plans are up-to-date, comprehensive and for Year 11 and 12 congruent with IB policies and practices

Why Shanghai

Shanghai is the major fast growing cities in China. With the mixed of rich heritage of ancient historic Chinese culture and landmark as well as the growing Pudong Skyline makes the city a modern and thriving environment. There are many attraction in the city, from museums, ancient towns to shopping arcades, world financial centres and nightclubs are throughout the city. Shanghai is the only city in China which has 2 world class international airports in Shanghai. All transportation networks are well connected, developed and modern.

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in their care and expects all applicants to share this commitment.
Contact Win now on +44 (0) 203 455 0195or email me at  win@SeekTeachers.com for any further information.  

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Minimum Application Requirements

Qualification:

Minimum Qualification Requirement:
M.Ed, B.Ed or a relevant Bachelor's Degree with a Teaching Qualification

Experience:

3 Years

Type of Staff:

Male or Female can apply to this job

Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa)

Must be a native speaker of English

Prefer candidates with international experience

Teachers with a degree but no teaching qualification are NOT accepted

Experienced teachers with no qualification are NOT accepted

Non-western trained teachers who have worked in an international educational institute before are NOT accepted

Additional:

**International teaching experience is beneficial
**Bilingual teacher preferred but not essential
**Able to support the school residential programme
**Able to supervise and/or lead co-curricular activity during activity time
**Able to lead pastoral programme

Remuneration Package

Salary Range:

A salary  
CNY (Chinese Yuan Renminbi) per month
based on experience and qualification,
10-25 % Tax is applied

Housing:

Housing allowance of Based on application 
CNY (Chinese Yuan Renminbi) provided

Medical:

State/Public medical provided

Flights:

Flight(s) provided Annual

Bereavement Leave:

Bereavement leave given

Emergency Evacuation:

Emergency evacuation given

Tuition fees covered for children:

2

90 % discount is offered for child 1
90 % discount is offered for child 2

Contract Length:

2 years contract renewable on mutual agreement

Additional information:

**Professional development allowance
**FREE meals on working day
**Transport arrangements to school