Job Description
We are seeking to appoint a talented and qualified Teacher of Computer Science (ideally with some AP experience) for the High School at our Shenzhen campus.
We are interested in partnering with teachers that have a passion for student achievement and success. Teachers that are collaborative and able to adapt to the Maple Leaf vision and mission. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in international education, then we welcome your application.
Maple Leaf Campus Location :
Shenzhen
Basic Requirements for this Position:
- Bachelor’s degree in a teachable subject
- 2 years of relevant classroom experience
- Teaching qualification/license (eg. PGCE, SACE, BC)
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines, incl. Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Well-organized and committed
- Creative and energetic
- Strong moral values and discipline
Academic Teacher Responsibilities:
- Present lessons in an engaging and comprehensive manner, using visual/audio means to develop effective learning
- Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
- Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)
- Assess and record students’ progress and provide grades and feedback
- Maintain a tidy, orderly and vibrant classroom
- Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings
- Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events
- Observe and understand students’ emotional needs and behaviour, including reporting suspicions of neglect, abuse etc.
- Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars and training workshops or conferences etc.
Academic Teacher Salary and Benefits:
- Annual Salary: $53,000 - $71,000 CAD (based on recognized teaching experience)
- Health Insurance: Premium medical insurance with emergency coverage in North America during the summer holidays.
- Airfare: Annual $2000CAD airfare allowance and $100 extra baggage allowance for first time teachers.
- Setting-In Assistance: Assistance with logistical arrangements including visa application, flights and settling in
- Vacation and Holidays: 6 weeks of paid summer holiday, 4 weeks of winter holiday, and one week each in October and May during Chinese national holidays
- Family Benefits: Dependent spouse/children living with the teacher in China receive annual flights, visas, medical insurance and tuition reduction.
- Pension/Superannuation: 3% salary matching superannuation or “pension” plan available after two years of employment.
- Visa Costs: Visa cost paid by MLES, including reimbursement up to $250CAD for required immunizations.
- Allowances: Settlement allowance of RMB5000 for first-time teachers.
- Shipping: Personal freight allowance after three years.
- Leave: Up to 20 days of sick leave annually. Bereavement, maternity, and paternity leave.
More about Maple Leaf:
- Maple Leaf Educational Systems (MLES) is the most extensive international school system in China, with campuses in 25 cities around the country.
- Founded over 26 years ago, Maple Leaf offers a high-quality international education from preschool to high school.
- We are accredited by Cognia (USA) and inspected and certified by the British Columbia Ministry of Education (Canada).
Life in China
There has never been a better time to teach in China. Whether you’re looking for spectacular natural beauty, global mega-cities, a rich history or culture of modern innovation, there is a China to suit everyone.
Check out our video of Maple Leaf Schools in China: youtube.com/watch?v=q0ZKy_X3xBI&t=211s or visit our careers website at mapleleafschools.com to learn more.