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Secondary School Computer Science Teacher

Kunming International Academy

Kunming, China

Housing will be provided in a spacious gated apartment complex with lots of greenery.

Airfare from current location to the school will be provided.

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Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Elementary, Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience
Major: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License
Other Certification
Work Visa Eligibility: United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand

Additional School Requirements:

Valid teaching certification/license (preferred, but may consider candidates with strong industry experience).
Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching computer science at the high school level (or equivalent experience in industry).
Experience teaching AP Computer Science courses is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of programming concepts, data structures, and algorithms.
Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Passion for teaching and a commitment to student success in computer science.
Experience working with international students is a plus.

Job Benefits:

Free Tuition Benefit for Children
Professional Development Opportunities
International Health Insurance
Advanced Degree Program Application Accepted After Two Years of Experience
Two Personal and Six Sick days a Week
Salary Paid Year Around
Six Weeks Off During the School Year for Holidays with Pay
Healthy Family-Oriented Work Environment
Collaborative Professional Work Structure

Job Description:

KIA is seeking a passionate and innovative Secondary School Computer Science Teacher to join our growing STEM department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging computer science instruction to students in grades 9-12, potentially including Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science courses. The teacher will foster a student-centered learning environment that promotes computational thinking, problem-solving skills, and a passion for technology.

Responsibilities:

Teach a range of high school computer science courses, including but not limited to:
Introduction to Computer Science
Programming (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript)
Web Development
Data Structures and Algorithms
Artificial Intelligence
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with the American Common Core Standards (where applicable) and AP curriculum.
Assess student learning through a variety of methods, including coding projects, quizzes, exams, and presentations.
Provide constructive feedback to students to support their academic growth and coding proficiency.
Create a positive and collaborative classroom environment that encourages experimentation, innovation, and ethical technology use.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students, from beginners to advanced coders.
Utilize technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning, including coding platforms, development tools, and online resources.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide STEM initiatives and integrate computer science across the curriculum.
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in computer science education and emerging technologies.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
Uphold the school's mission and values.
Potentially sponsor or advise extracurricular activities related to computer science (e.g., coding club, robotics team).

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About the School:

Kunming International Academy is a private and non-profit institution that seeks to provide a quality education for the children of the international community. KIA’s programs are designed to develop mature and healthy young adults and assist them in achieving their full potential as world citizens.

The foundation of Kunming International Academy’s educational philosophy is the belief that there exist absolute truths and that these truths provide an essential framework for understanding ourselves and our world.

Therefore, the school is committed to the pursuit of truth, in all its varied richness, as a revered task that is guided and immeasurably, enhanced by a shared perspective.

The Academy aims to provide a quality education integrated with a worldview where all individuals, cultures, and religions are treated with respect. The educational program is adapted to the needs of the international student as much as possible. Although the core of its program follows an American-style academic approach, the school seeks to include emphases that transcend any one culture or nationality.

Kunming International Academy endeavors to nurture the whole person, uniquely created, by furthering each student’s intellectual, physical, spiritual, emotional, and social development. Since the ultimate responsibility of a child’s education lies with the parents, the Academy partners with and encourages parents in this nurturing process.

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About China:

One of the world's most powerful nations, China's cultural contributions have influenced history and human development for thousands of years. Teach Away offers ESL teaching jobs in reputable language schools as well as licensed teaching jobs across China.

Capital: Beijing, China

Language: Standard Mandarin

Population: 1,387,720,133

Currency: Renminbi (yuan) (¥)

Major Religion(s): Buddhism, Taoism

Climate: Varied: wet/dry seasons

Size: Land area - 3.7 million sq. miles (9.6 million sq. km)

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