The King’s School Shenzhen International opened its new international campus in Autumn 2022, educating students from Grade 1-12 (UK Years 2-13). This is a state-of-the-art, purpose-built school based on its close relationship with The King’s School Canterbury, Europe’s oldest school and one of the most prestigious schools in England.
We adopt a genuine ‘whole-child’ philosophy throughout the school, focusing upon challenging young people through curriculum breadth and depth, with a high degree of active and creative learning, and a wide-ranging co-curricular programme, all supported by the highest quality of pastoral care.
All teachers, whether Chinese or international, are expected to contribute to all aspects of a student’s development.
Although we are an international school, most of our students are of Chinese background and we are determined to ensure that they have a full and rigorous exposure to Chinese language learning alongside Chinese culture and traditions. Therefore, throughout Grades 1-7, we follow Chinese national curriculum guidelines as closely as possible. Our non-Chinese students will also be expected to learn Chinese language and culture, albeit at a different level.
School Life and Routines
All teachers have shared responsibility for smooth daily running of the School as an entity - and for maintaining the general ethos, routine and pedagogy in line with the King’s School’s Aims and Ethos – as directed within reason by the school management.
In so doing, they should: - ensure that the School’s rules and policies are maintained - attend School meetings and public events - support co-curricular events and activities
Safeguarding, Student Welfare and Pastoral Care
All teachers: - must ensure that they are fully aware of policies and practices with regard to safeguarding and student welfare - must ensure that they adhere to the published systems - must be role models to all students at all times - must be prepared to do pastoral, tutorial work as designated by school leadership
The Role
To teach Chinese language, literature and culture preparing and delivering lessons and activities as directed by the prep leadership team and ensuring that King’s curriculum requirements are met: - monitoring behaviour and ensuring an atmosphere of mutual respect in the class - monitoring pupil progress and assessing work - writing reports and meeting parents as required - ensuring that the class attendance register is accurately and efficiently kept - supervising play and lunch sessions as directed
To ensure that the pupils’ welfare is prioritized at all time: - being a member of one of the School’s Houses and supporting that House in arranged activities - ensuring that the school’s safeguarding policy and procedures are met - communicating with the SLT and parents as required - to carry out weekly boarding duties responsibly and full in line with the School’s expectations and policy
To contribute to the School’s co-curricular provision in the form of activities, clubs, etc., such as: - sport - arts - academic enrichment - outdoor pursuits
To do other appropriate duties as directed by the School’s Leadership Team, such as: - co-operating with marketing and admissions - attending staff meetings, in-service training, etc. - attending whole school events such as Foundation Day - serving on school committees
Curriculum Development
- Design and implement an effective and engaging curriculum that aligns with the school's educational standards and objectives. - Plan and prepare well-structured, clearly presented units and attendant lessons appropriate to the abilities of all students and the curriculum being taught. - Develop unit / lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities. - Continuously update and improve teaching methods and materials based on student performance and feedback. - Participate in collaborative curriculum planning meetings to ensure vertical alignment of the educational standards.
Qualifications - Licensed Chinese language teacher status in China with an undergraduate degree in Chinese language and literature, or related majors - Master’s degree in Chinese preferred. - Native Chinese speaker and a high command of English, fully proficient in delivering content in either Chinese or English. - Mastery of the Chinese national curriculum - Experience of teaching internationally or in international schools is an advantage. - Familiar with an inquiry-based approach to teaching. - At least 3 years of full-time documented Chinese teaching experience - Capable of teaching both native Chinese speakers and students with little experience in Chinese. - Experience of delivering Chinese related clubs, activities and external competitions is an advantage. - A team-player who proactively contributes to co-planning and development. - Patience, flexibility, and a passion for educating and inspiring students. - Ability to adapt to diverse student needs and learning style
