SeekTeachers is seeking an experienced and committed Director of Teaching and Learning (Middle School) to join our established client in Shanghai this August.
Our client is one of the leading bilingual schools in China with the two core languages of learning being Chinese and English. The school is a vibrant, forward-thinking environment that offers a broad range of educational opportunities across three campuses from Primary School (Year 1) to Senior School (Year 12). The academic and non-academic staff of the campus work cohesively to provide a safe, welcoming, and innovative space of learning where all members of the school community unite to learn with and from one another.
The primary role of the Middle School Director of Teaching and Learning will be to monitor, evaluate, and ensure the quality of teaching and learning at the Middle School Campus. The DTL will serve in a leadership position on the Campus Leadership Team (CLT) and the key contact person for government-related teaching and learning requirements.
Compliance Responsibilities:
Keep abreast of the latest national laws and regulations, industry norms, certification (such as CIS/WASC) standards related to the business within your responsibilities, maintain a high level of professional ethics and requirements, and ensure that management decisions, policy making and work practices fully comply with the above regulations, standards and requirements; Revise relevant internal policies, procedures and the release of information in time when relevant regulations and requirements are changed or updated, and remind promptly relevant personnel and departments within the school to ensure that the school operation is always in compliance.
Main duties:
*Participate in Middle School Campus Leadership Team;
*Support the development of Middle School teachers in improving their instructional practice;
*Establish a coaching program and support the development of instructional coaches in their workwith individual teachers and departments to improve the overall quality of teaching and learning;
*Lead campus-wide pedagogical initiatives, providing departmental and individual support and guidance;
*Work closely with other CLT members on appointment, induction, probation, and performance review of new and returning teaching staff;
*Manage the Lab Technicians to oversee the safety and overall practices, policies and procedures of the Science Labs;
*Manage the Library staff and program to ensure effective use of the library and its resources;
*Ensure all government requirements and communication are completed and met, follow-up with relevant parties as required.
Requirements to apply:
*Master’s Degree and above in an Education related subject
*3+ years of experience as a middle or senior level school leader
*3+ years of experience in coaching and mentoring teachers
*3+ years of experience implementing and leading Professional Development
*10+ years teaching experience preferred
*Strong communication skills in English and bilingual is preferred
*Have a valid teaching certificate
About Shanghai
Shanghai is the major fast-growing cities in China. With the mixture of the 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 is much 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.