Learning Support Teacher, Maths specialism(from January 2022)

Sha Tin College

New Territories, Hong Kong 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Mathematics

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 20 September 2021


Providing learning opportunities for every student commensurate to her/his needs, abilities and stage of development, by teaching a programme that gives each student the opportunity to experience success, and which challenges all students to achieve their full potential.

<p><b>Sha Tin College</b>, an international school for 11-18 year olds with 1,200 students, is seeking to hire a suitably qualified and experienced Learning Support Teacher (Maths specialism) to start in January 2022. </p><p>Teachers are expected to exemplify excellent professional practice which leads to high standards of teaching and learning within the curriculum. Teachers are also expected to support the guidance and co-curricular work of the school and be reliable in exercising their daily responsibilities. </p><p>Teachers work as part of the Faculty/Department team under the guidance and direction of the Head of Faculty/Department, and have expected roles to fulfill. </p><p>Working as part of the Faculty/Department team under the guidance and direction of the Head of Faculty/Department, the subject teacher is expected to fulfill the following roles: </p><ul><li>Providing learning opportunities for every student commensurate to her/his needs, abilities and stage of development, by teaching a programme that gives each student the opportunity to experience success, and which challenges all students to achieve their full potential. </li><li>Establishing effective and positive relationships with students based on mutual respect, recognition of the individuality of each student and affirming their cultural identity. </li><li>Provide a safe, effective, challenging learning environment and an attractive and welcoming classroom. </li><li>Teaching students, as timetabled, including the setting and marking of work. </li><li>Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of students. </li><li>Co-operating with other staff on the preparation and development of courses, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment. </li><li>Maintaining good order and discipline among the students and safeguarding their health and safety. </li><li>Keeping up to date on teaching and international educational developments and sharing enthusiasm and resources with other teachers. </li><li>Attending professional development programmes, participating in INSET courses and attending professional meetings which relate to curricular, administrative or organisational matters as required; scheduled by Head of Faculty, Head of Department and Senior Leadership Team. </li><li>Participating in the school system of cover for absent teachers. </li><li>Participating in arrangements for preparing students for public examinations. </li><li>Participating in administrative and organisational tasks related to such duties as are described above. </li><li>Performing the pastoral duties of a teacher </li><li>Taking responsibility for the safety of students through supervision duties </li><li>Contributing to the co-curricular programme. </li><li>Performing other duties which may reasonably be assigned from time to time by the Principal. </li></ul><p>The above list is neither exhaustive nor definitive and is subject to change in accordance with departmental and school needs. </p><p>There are also additional negotiated leadership roles within the Department to support and enhance professional development. </p><p><b>Requirements: </b></p><p>Bachelor Degree in Education, or </p><p>Bachelor Degree in the relevant subject with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent; </p><p>1-3 years’ teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation. </p><p>Closing Date: 20 September 2021 </p><p>For enquiries, please contact Frances wong at frances.wong&#64;shatincollege.edu.hk should you require further information about the post. </p><p><i>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. </i></p><p><i>By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities within ESF. </i></p><p><i>ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer </i></p><p><i>Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF&#39;s Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. </i></p><p><i>Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. </i></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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