Computer Science

Commencing Aug 25 - The school founded in 2016 is a K-12 international school located at the foot of the picturesque and historic YuQuan Mountain Haidian District in Beijing. The campus is 200000 square meters of beautiful gardens that integrate natural ecology cultural heritage and modern beauty with 140000 square meters of green space.

The school curriculum is organized into the Primary School grades K-5 the Middle School grades 6-8 and High School grades 9-12. Under the guidance of the Ministry of Educations nine-year compulsory education program the curriculum is built on the strength from both Chinese and western education.
For Primary and Middle School the school follows a bilingual program using the US Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards along with the Chinese National Curriculum.
For High School the school follows the US Common Core and College Board AP curriculum and also offers the UK IGCSE and A-Level UK programs.

We are seeking an innovative and passionate educator to fill the position of AP Computer Science Teacher. The successful candidate will inspire students to explore the world of computer science develop coding proficiency and prepare for success in the Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science exams. If you are an enthusiastic and experienced computer science professional with a commitment to academic excellence we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Curriculum Development:
   • Design and deliver challenging and engaging AP Computer Science lessons in accordance with College Board standards.
   • Develop and update curriculum materials to reflect the latest advancements in computer science and programming languages.
2. Coding Proficiency:
   • Facilitate the development of coding skills among students emphasizing problem-solving algorithmic thinking and effective programming techniques.
   • Provide hands-on coding experiences through projects and real-world applications.
3. Exam Preparation:
   • Implement effective strategies to prepare students for success in the AP Computer Science exams.
   • Conduct practice exams review sessions and targeted instruction on exam formats and requirements.
4. Student Engagement:
   • Foster a positive and collaborative learning environment that encourages creativity critical thinking and active participation in computer science discussions and projects.
   • Support students in developing a passion for technology and computational thinking.
5. Technology Integration:
   • Integrate technology tools and resources to enhance the learning experience and expose students to industry-relevant technologies.
   • Foster digital literacy and awareness of ethical considerations in computer science.
6. Assessment and Feedback:
   • Develop and implement a variety of assessment methods to measure student understanding and progress.
   • Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their growth as computer scientists.
7. Professional Development:
   • Stay current with developments in computer science education including changes to AP Computer Science curriculum and exam requirements.
   • Engage in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:
(For secondary ELA and Primary Homeroom Teachers): Applicants must hold a passport from the US UK Australia South Africa New Zealand or Canada.
For all other teaching positions: Applications are open to persons of any nationality
- Four-year degree from an accredited university
- Bachelor of Education PGCE or higher
- Teaching license: QTS national/state teaching license/certificate or equivalent
- Three years of experience teaching in a bilingual school international school or government/state school

Preferred Qualifications
Minimum qualifications plus the following:
- Masters degree preferably in education or the subject the teacher instructs
- Five years of experience teaching in a bilingual school international school or
government/state school
- Candidates currently living in China are preferred

Remuneration & Benefits
The salary ($53k-$65K) and benefits package provided is highly competitive depending on the
qualifications and experiences of the successful candidate.
- Competitive base yearly salary and promotion system
- Paid winter and summer vacations & public holidays
- Contract fulfillment bonus
- International cover health Insurance for teachers and their dependents
- Social Insurance & Medical Insurance
- Flights to school from point of origin and relocation allowance
- Visa fees are covered by the school
- Free on-campus lodging or a generous housing allowance
- Annual flight allowance
- Meals: 3 meals free for school days.
- Education for dependents (5-18 years)
- Professional development opportunities
- Rich staff activities clubs. Excellent on-campus facilities including gym swimming
pool tennis court golf driving and putting ranges etc.
We Are Proud to Offer
- A passionate and highly talented team with a commitment to inspirational teaching.
- A fully supportive and effective governing body that is committed to furthering your
professional development.
- A beautiful school with excellent facilities including all kinds of sports venues.
- A strongly competitive salary and benefits package.

The salary and benefits package provided is highly competitive depending on the
qualifications and experiences of the successful candidate.
- Competitive base yearly salary and promotion system
- Paid winter and summer vacations & public holidays
- Contract fulfillment bonus
- International cover health Insurance for teachers and their dependents
- Social Insurance & Medical Insurance
- Flights to school from point of origin and relocation allowance
- Visa fees are covered by the school
- Free on-campus lodging or a generous housing allowance
- Annual flight allowance
- Meals: 3 meals free for school days.
- Education for dependents (5-18 years)
- Professional development opportunities
- Rich staff activities clubs. Excellent on-campus facilities including gym swimming
pool tennis court golf driving and putting ranges etc.