Shadow Teacher (SEN Support Teacher) - Guangzhou, China - August 2019

This relatively new school (which opened in January 2015) is located in Guangzhou, in southern China, two hours by train to Hong Kong. They opened initially with just an Early Years and Primary section but due to rapid expansion have expanded to include the middle years.. The school uses a UK/IB curriculum.

They seek a 'Shadow Teacher' for an 8 year old student who is on the Autistic spectrum. The teacher will work with the child in class to support her and make the class work more accessable. The successful candidate will have experience of working one-to-one with children, and will be experienced in teaching children on the Autistic spectrum.

They are looking for energetic teachers who are adaptable and open minded, exhibiting all aspects of the IB Learner Profile: Inquirers, Thinkers, Risk Takers, Caring, Balanced, Knowledgeable, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded and Reflective. All teaching and learning is based on an inquiry-driven model, starting with play-based learning in the Early Years and moving into project-based learning in Upper Primary and Middle Years. ISA is a genuine international school with generous resources, a generous salary and benefits. The apartments are first class and in nice "Western" areas. The bus brings teachers to and from school. There is an Australian Principal, Australian Head of Middle School and British Head of Primary. Salaries start from about RMB 340,000 depending on qualifications and experience plus accommodation, flights, medical insurance, travel allowance, professional development end of contract bonus and free tuition at the school for one staff child. https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/comparison/london/guangzhou

The school is located in Southern China in Guangzhou, near to Hong Kong and the largest city in the Guangdong province. In recent years, the city has developed a more cosmopolitan appearance with new shopping plazas, high rise buildings, a modern metro system and landscaped parks and road sides. It's a busy, lively city but parts of the cities have charm with restored churches, buildings and private residences. Having a major airport and being so close to Hong Kong opens up a world of travel opportunities from short weekend trips to longer treks around Asia in the holidays. Guangzhou really is the perfect place to base yourself in Asia! For more information on China please see http://www.edvectus.com/Content/Documents/china.pdf

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