About School:

We are an American high school located in Shanghai, China. Our 500 G9-G12 students aim to study abroad in the USA, Canada, UK, Singapore etc. We currently employ 40 subject teachers, of whom at least 50% are International teachers from around the globe. Our students study both the US Common Core and AP curricula. Our school is at an exciting time in its development, where we seek to recruit experienced and professional high school teachers to join us on our journey as we continue to grow, evolve, and expand.

Curriculum:   US Common Core & AP
Accreditation:  AP, WASC, Cognia
School Type:    Grades 9–12, Day & Boarding
Students Enrollment:  Approx. 400 in total

About Job:

• Articulate and implement a clear departmental vision, aligned with the school's mission and academic priorities.
• Build a professional culture of high expectations, shared practice, collegial accountability,and continuous improvement.
• Lead vertical alignment across grade levels to ensure coherent progression of knowledge
• and skills.
• Lead horizontal alignment across course sections to ensure consistency in pacing, rigour,and learning experiences.
• Establish and refine a clear departmental assessment philosophy.
• Ensure assessment design is valid, reliable, and appropriately challenging; lead moderation and standardisation.
• Teach two classes and model exemplary classroom practice.
• Coach and support colleagues through observation cycles, instructional feedback, co-planning, and shared reflection.
• Lead the department in developing a coherent approach to technology integration that enhances learning and supports subject-specific pedagogy.
• Contribute to recruitment, induction, mentoring, and retention of high-quality staff.
• Communicate effectively with parents and students regarding curriculum, assessment, and progression.
• Contribute to school events, enrichment opportunities, and academic planning as required.
• Uphold all school policies, including safeguarding and child protection, in line with international best practice.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree or above.
• Previous middle leadership experience.
• English proficiency as a working language.
• Experience teaching AP and supporting students toward strong AP outcomes.
• Recognised teaching qualification and eligibility to work in an international school context.
• Strong understanding of curriculum and assessment in a Common Core and/or AP context.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead curriculum alignment and improve consistencv of practice.
• Ability to develop and articulate a clear departmental vision for technology integration and assessment philosophy.

About Contract:

• Contract Period: 2 years
• Student Contact days: 180
• Approximate Dates for the School Year: Aug 1-June 25

About Package:

• • Salary Range: Negotiable

 

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