English Teacher and Academic Coaching in Hong Kong (Primary Level)

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Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach courses including some of the following: Creative Writing, Essay Writing, Reading, Public Speaking and Debate, Book Clubs, Latin, US/UK Boarding School preparation*

• Conduct one-on-one academic coaching with students

• Manage individual student portfolios and perform ongoing student assessments

• Advise students on community service projects, internships, and other individual pursuits

• Communicate effectively with parents with occasional consultations

• Collaborate in curriculum development, course and unit planning

• Introduce courses and services to prospective students, parents and community partners

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience teaching Kindergarten to Grade 6 students (Kindergarten/elementary school)

• Bachelor’s degree and native fluency in English

• Some Kindergarten teaching experience a plus

• Passionate about teaching and mentoring children and young people

• Demonstrated academic excellence and exemplary critical and creative thinking skills

• Demonstrated leadership ability and service experience

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate others

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proactive; keen to take the initiative to develop curriculum and build our community

Additional Information

Great-to-Have’s

• Previous experience teaching at an IB or international school

• Experience teaching IB PYP and MYP courses

• PGDE/PGCE/masters in education/similar qualification

• Experience in the creative arts or innovative scientific work

• Interest in curriculum design, educational research, educational technology, pedagogy, and cognitive psychology

• Ability to connect with children and their parents

• Thrives in a collaborative environment

• Willingness to learn and continue with professional development