Description & Requirements
JOB TITLE
Physics Teacher
DEPARTMENT
Science
LOCATION
Tianjin
SUPERVISOR
Head of Science
OBJECTIVES
To teach Physics at IGCSE and A Level, and General Science (Key Stage 3 Science and IGCSE Combined Science), within the Science department; to plan and deliver well-structured, research-informed lessons that explain scientific ideas clearly, assess and support pupil progress, and meet the needs of all learners, including those with English as an additional language; and to contribute to curriculum development, practical science, enrichment and the wider life of the school.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Curriculum:
- To teach Physics (IGCSE and A Level) and General Science
- To plan and deliver safe, well-organised practical work alongside the department’s technicians
- To work with the Head of Science and other staff on the development of schemes of work and the moderation of assessment, helping to build opportunities for:
- Ensuring progression for all learners
- Active learning and engagement
- Assessment for learning
- Meeting the needs of all learners, including through language support
- ICT
- Enrichment and external links
Learning:
- To deliver well-structured lessons with clear explanations, purposeful questioning and regular checks for understanding
- To maintain up-to-date records of pupil progress across all aspects of performance
- To ensure that your pupils make strong progress in Physics and General Science
- To deal effectively with behaviour, attendance and punctuality issues
Assessment:
- To carry out regular assessment and marking of pupils' work and give constructive feedback, in line with departmental and whole-school policy
- To keep accurate records of pupil attainment and progress
- To use assessment evidence to inform teaching, identify underachievement and intervene promptly
Policy:
- To attend relevant meetings
- To undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by the Master or Head of Science
- To contribute to departmental development and engage actively in professional development, as a member of the Science team
Guidance & Welfare:
Where appropriate, act as a form tutor, fulfilling the following functions:
- To take overall responsibility for monitoring tutees’ academic and wider progress and development, acting in line with school policies in this area;
- To review progress and support pupils in target setting and action planning;
- To ensure that all pupils are valued and treated according to the aims of the school
BASIC QUALIFICATION
Education: A relevant degree and a recognised professional teaching qualification.
Major: Physics, or a closely related subject with substantial Physics content
Language: Fluency in written and spoken English
Working experience: A minimum of two years’ experience teaching at secondary level (UK Key Stages 3–5 or equivalent), including Physics at A Level or an equivalent post-16 curriculum (e.g. IB Diploma, AP).
Management experience (if applicable): N/A
EXPERTISE
- Excellent subject knowledge and an active interest in current developments in Physics that you bring into the classroom
- Knowledge of A Level, GCSE and IGCSE curricula, including their delivery and assessment
- Willingness to teach General Science across all three disciplines (prior experience desirable but not essential)
- Experience teaching Cambridge International IGCSE Science is preferable
- Experience teaching and supporting pupils who speak English as an additional language (EAL)
- Knowledge of research into how pupils learn and how to apply it in Physics
PREFERRED APTITUDES
- A passion for science and the ability to inspire pupils across a wide range of ages and abilities
- A reflective practitioner, curious about what works in the classroom and why
- A commitment to placing each pupil’s wellbeing at the heart of teaching practice
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Honesty, integrity, compassion, flexibility and a good sense of humour
- Strong organisational, self-management and problem-solving skills
- The ability and willingness to mentor and support pupils with different learning needs
For any enquiries about this vacancy, please contact jobs.tianjin@wellingtoncollege.cn.
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