Job Description

UWCSEA Dover has a part-time vacancy for August 2023 for a Teacher of Design and Technology in Middle and High School.

The successful candidate must be experienced and passionate about teaching Design and Technology. The role may include teaching Middle School and High School aged students in curriculum areas such as Product Design, Textiles, Electronics and Digital Design.

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.

Main Responsibilities

• Teachers should be willing to contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Design Technology department and broader Middle and High School teams.
• Teachers should construct learning experiences that challenge and inspire 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

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Person Specifications

• A good degree in Design and Technology or a closely related discipline and a recognized teaching qualification or certification are expected.
• Successful teaching experience with young adolescents (11-18 years) is essential.
• Previous experience of teaching Design and Technology in the 11-18 age range is required.
• 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.
• The College expects a contribution to the Activities and/or Service programmes, appropriate to a part-time role.
• Pastoral expectations for full time staff include the leadership of a Mentor group.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners.

Application

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.

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