Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium schools’ organization. We are a fast-paced and growing family of 66 international schools in China, Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia and the Americas, providing outstanding education to over 64,000 students from preschool through to the end of secondary education. Our schools are united by one unifying philosophy — we are ambitious for our students, our people and family of schools. This means that we want every student to achieve more than may have ever thought possible which we ensure through personalized learning enhanced with unique global opportunities.
Our Schools
Each Nord Anglia Education school is unique in character and designed to meet the needs of its community. We believe that being part of our family of 66 schools gives our schools a special advantage. Working together, we can achieve more than we can individually. Our schools have a wide range of resources and support to enhance their success. We also create unique opportunities to benefit our students and people such as the Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and King’s College London
Knowledge and understanding:
§ Have a detailed knowledge and understanding of the subject of Mathematics with experience in national or international curriculum (such as CNC, IPC, IMYC, PYP/MYP/IBDP; IGCSE, British NC or similar)
§ Able to guide and support student subject-related questions and facilitate inquiry-based learning in their specialist subject(s)
§ Knowledge and understanding for curriculum and assessment development in Mathematics.
Planning and setting expectations:
§ Identify clear teaching objectives, content, lesson structures and sequences appropriate to the subject matter and the students being taught
§ Set appropriate and demanding expectations for students’ learning and motivation
§ Set clear targets for students' learning, building on prior attainment and experiences
§ Identify and provide for students who have special educational needs (either in additional foundation learning support or for extending challenging learning opportunities)
§ Where applicable, implement and keep records on Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
§ Liaise with the Mathematics of teachers to determine the learning objectives of learning topics, themes and integrated interdisciplinary tasks
§ Additional tasks will include assisting in development of online resources, administration and Mathematics as well as interdisciplinary course development.
Teaching and managing student learning:
§ Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals so that teaching objectives are met, momentum and challenge are maintained, and best use is made of teaching time
§ Use teaching methods especially aligned with inquiry-based learning that keep students engaged, including stimulating students’ intellectual curiosity, effective questioning and response, clear presentation and good use of resources
§ Set high expectations for student behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused and inspiring teaching and through positive and productive relationships
§ Promote positive behaviour patterns, encourage self-esteem, and improve independent working for students to assist their education and growth.
§ Encourage students read widely and absorb all aspects of knowledge. Reading courses should be designed to best meet the needs of students of different genders, ages, levels and personalities. Encourage students to study, read deeply and carefully, and even explore independently from a professional perspective.
Assessment and evaluation:
§ Assessment for and of learning in how well learning objectives have been achieved and use this assessment for future learning development tasks and teaching
§ Mark, record and monitor student class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback, setting appropriate targets for student progress
§ When applicable, understand the demands expected of students in relation to the national curriculum, international standards and alignment.
Relations with parents and wider community:
§ Know how to prepare and present high quality informative and appropriate reports to parents
§ Recognize that learning takes place outside the school context and provide opportunities to develop student understanding by relating learning to relevant, authentic, real and context related examples
§ Understand and act upon building effective relationships with school agencies and partnerships beyond the school.
Managing resources:
§ Select and make good use of books, equipment, IT and other learning resources that enable teaching and learning objectives to be met.
§ Assist in maintaining an up-to-date learning resources and materials inventory including classroom hardware and software
Personal Specifications – Skills, Knowledge and Experience
§ At least Bachelor’s Degree and Teaching qualification
§ Minimum of 5 years teaching experience
§ Excellent English Language Proficiency for Spoken, Written, Reading, and Comprehension
§ International teaching experience
§ Experience in a bilingual language learning environment
