Description & Requirements
Role Description
JOB TITLE
Chemistry Teacher
DEPARTMENT
Secondary School
LOCATION
Shanghai
SUPERVISOR
Head of Chemistry
OBJECTIVES
To assume responsibility for teaching Chemistry (IB and IGCSE) and KS3 General Science (when appropriate)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teach IB and IGCSE Chemistry, and general Science to Years 7–8, modelling best practice in teaching, assessment, and intervention.
- Plan and deliver an engaging, contemporary Science curriculum that reflects current developments and emphasises practical and investigative work.
- Contribute to curriculum development, College policy, and Science Department development plans.
- Participate in regular quality assurance and audits within your teaching area.
- Engage in relevant professional development and share best practice with colleagues.
- Uphold and implement College policies, promoting the College’s values through teaching and learning.
- Maintain high expectations for pupil progress, behaviour, and responsible use of departmental resources.
- Prepare reports, analyse summative data, and monitor pupil performance against targets.
- Provide strong pastoral support and demonstrate professionalism in all pupil interactions.
- Lead and promote co-curricular Science activities across the College.
- Support the coordination and effective use of departmental resources, working collaboratively with staff and technicians.
- Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety policies and regulations (UK and Chinese standards).
- Undertake other duties as reasonably required to support the College’s objectives.
BASIC QUALIFICATION
Education: Bachelor’s Degree, recognised teaching qualification
Major: Chemistry or related degree
Language: English
Working experience: 2 years as full time Chemistry teacher
EXPERTISE
- Chemistry Teaching: Extensive experience teaching Chemistry at the sixth form level, with a robust understanding of organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry.
- IB Chemistry Experience preferred: Proven ability in teaching International Baccalaureate (IB) Chemistry, showcasing innovative integration of various chemistry concepts.
- Active Professional Development: Ongoing commitment to professional growth through workshops, conferences, and the adoption of cutting-edge educational technologies.
- ICT skills: To include Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and database systems.
PREFERRED APTITUDES
- Ability to teach another Science subject at IGCSE.
- Understanding of AI and how to implement AI into the workflow.
- Relevant research or industry experience.
- Commitment to lifelong learning. Ability to embrace change.
- Strong passion for the education of young children.
- Personal integrity, accountability and credibility.
As an employer of choice, Wellington College Education (China) is committed to making professional learning and personal development central to its ethos and approach. WCEC fully recognises its responsibilities for safeguarding children. Our safeguarding policy applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in the Group.