Job Description

All applications must be submitted through our portal to be considered for the role. Please visit the career page [https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/uwcsea-careers/teaching-roles/posts-leadership-role-default-page-clone/~board/teaching-roles/post/teacher-of-high-school-chinese-part-time-2023] on our portal for the full job details.
UWCSEA East has a part-time vacancy for a Teacher of High School Chinese from August 2023. The appointee will teach High School and must be experienced in teaching Chinese to this age group. The applicant should have recent experience in teaching Chinese in programmes such as IGCSE and IBDP. The applicant needs to demonstrate their capacity to teach foreign (beginners and continuation) language courses. Please state if you have recent experience in teaching Chinese at these levels. This position reports to the High School Principal. This position works closely within the Chinese Department and works with High School team, Vice Principals & Principal. Please note that to apply for this role, you must have an internationally recognised qualification and reside in Singapore. You must also be readily available from August 2023. By applying for this job, you are committed to meet the vaccination requirement by the Singapore Government. You may refer to https://www.mom.gov.sg/covid-19/vaccination-requirements-as-a-condition-for-mom-passes for the latest requirement."

Main Responsibilities

• Teachers should be willing to contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Chinese and broader High School teams.
• Teachers should construct learning experiences that challenge students, support the diversity of learners in each classroom and demonstrate a strong commitment to concept-based teaching and learning.
• Teachers should ensure assessments support ongoing learning and provide timely, relevant and appropriate feedback to students on formative and summative assessments.
• Teachers should demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
• Teachers should keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.

Expectations and Standards

• Follow the UWCSEA Professional Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
• Teach in line with the UWCSEA Teacher Standards

Person Specifications

• A good degree and a recognised teaching qualification or certification are expected.
• Experience in teaching IGSCE/ IBDP Chinese would be highly desirable and experience or interest in curriculum development is advantageous.
• The ability to engage with students and to engender enthusiasm for learning is a prerequisite for teaching at UWCSEA.
• Applicants should be enthusiastic about teaching within a multi-cultural environment. Flexibility of approach and a collaborative style are essential.
• Teachers should be willing and eager to participate in the five key elements of a UWCSEA education: Academics; Activities; Outdoor Education; Personal and Social Education and Service
• Academic expectations include enthusiastic participation in Professional Learning
• Pastoral expectations include the leadership of a tutor group, unless the teacher is exempted due to other responsibilities.
• On average the College expects a yearly contribution of two sessions per week in each season to Activities and/or Service
• The College expects that teachers will participate enthusiastically in the curricular Outdoor Education experiences which are relevant to their students and will also occasionally volunteer for holiday Outdoor Education trips.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners

Application

Apply via our portal by Thursday, 15 June 2023 at 11:59pm Singapore Time. UWCSEA welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. 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 practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks. UWCSEA is an equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from those who wish to join a community which is inclusive, and which celebrates diversity.