Shanghai Preschool Homeroom Teachers

Department: Preschool
Reports to: Principal

Key Responsibilities:
• Observe the professional ethics of teachers; understand and align with the school’s philosophy while maintaining a professional image; and being patient, responsible and passionate about working with children and their caregivers
• Responsible for the implementation of the English curriculum, and for archiving, organizing and keeping complete documentation of all curriculum materials
• Responsible for the timely preparation of materials according to the lesson plan, as well as designing and creating a conducive learning environment (including teaching aids, books, materials, music, game supplies, etc.)
• Work with the teaching team to create and maintain an environment that addresses the developmental needs of the children, and to ensure the smooth execution of the lesson plans
• Maintain clear communications with all members of the teaching team, and to provide timely feedback on all activities, plans, children's safety, parents' communications and other related work
• Shares in the teaching and routine care responsibilities with co-teacher
• Establish and maintain consistent communication regarding learners’ progress; understand parents' concerns; and provide timely feedback to the school
• Follow the safety protocols of the school campus, and be vigilant about the safety of the children at all times. Minimize the occurrence of accidents and assist the school in the handling of safety incidents
• Engages in ongoing communications with parents to promote optimal parent interactions and relations
• Attend staff meetings, appointments with parents, teaching trainings, and strive to constantly improve the professional skills of teachers
• Follow the schedule for working hours and teaching hours
• Participate in all school activities (admissions activities, marketing activities, school open days, etc.) as required by the campus
• Take good care of the school environment and manage the use of resources efficiently
• Complete other related work according to school requirements

Core Skills:
• Relates to and engages young learners and caregivers in a positive and fun learning environment
• Committed to delivering high quality lessons
• Flexible to change and able to manage multiple priorities
• Works well independently and in a team
• Has high personal integrity and credibility
• Possesses a positive attitude
• Engages in self-reflection and seek self-improvement
• Professionalism in oral and written communications
• Resourceful, with creative problem solving skills

Benefits:
• Work Visa and Work permit with full application support
• Professional staff trainings
• Medical insurance and full health check
• Air ticket allowance
• Yearly Performance Bonus
• Contract Completion Bonus
• Chinese Public Holidays
• Paid Summer Holidays
• Paid Winter Holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Team Building Activities
• Welfare for Birthday & Holidays
• School lunch or lunch allowance

Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience working with children 6 years and under
• Strong command of spoken and written English
• Demonstration of a neutral accent, clear pronunciation, and good intonation
• Creativity and excitement to bring a unique personality to the preschool classroom including talents in music, art, and performing arts
• Able to work in a diverse team of both foreign and local cast members