ICT Teacher (Computer Science)

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Open position for an Information and Communication Technologies Teacher at Silk Road International School for the school year 2024/2025.

Silk Road International School (SRIS) is seeking a dedicated ICT Teacher to deliver Cambridge Courses 0478 Computer Science and 0417 ICT for 9th and 10th grades and teach general ICT in secondary school (6th to 12th grade). 

We are looking for an educator who can effectively teach Python programming, data structures and algorithms as part of the Computer Science curriculum, fostering both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

Silk Road International School (SRIS) strives to provide the best stimulation for young students to develop the responsibility, integrity and self-motivation necessary to develop their personalities and gain the skills to build a career for themselves in the future. At our Cambridge International School we use English as main language, during all 'non-language' subjects.

We operate an ICT Lab and our library features a Computer Corner.

The ICT Lab is our main classroom for ICT and Computer Science lessons and features an interactive whiteboard.

Our Libraries' Computer Corner is an additional classroom for PBL workgroups and collaborative learning groups, e.g. our 'Content and Media Creation' workgroups, and hosts several computer research and learning stations.

Qualification requirements

• Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience teaching Python and familiarity with the Cambridge curriculum is highly desirable.
• Strong IT and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Languages:

• English: Solid B2 Level (Independent user > Vantage or upper intermediate)

Duties

• Develop and implement lesson plans that include Python programming and ICT skills.
• Utilize the ICT Lab and Computer Corner to enhance learning experiences.
• Maintain and update classroom technology.
• Computer Lab maintenance – to make sure all the devices in the computer lab are networked and working properly.
• Monitor student progress and provide support as needed.
• Collaborate with other faculty to integrate ICT across different subjects.
• Guide students in content creation and teach the use of elementary software tools.
• Teach the use of Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides and Google Forms.
• Teach hardware basics (computers (Apple and PC), tablets, printers, scanners, projectors, and digital whiteboards)
• Teach basic programming knowledge
• Teach the concept and use of graphics and video editors
• Manage, develop and share resources to enhance teaching of ICT and Computing.
• Monitor Student Progress Through Administrating Assignments, Quizzes, and Tests
• Provide technical support to students in using the school's computers.
• Supervise student workgroups, during projects in the ICT lab.
• Play an active role in school’s advancement and implementation of the SRIS mission statement.
• Collaborate with the SRIS teaching staff to meet the school’s overall goals.

Conditions

Start and Duration

• The position is open for the upcoming school year, starting with a week of teacher induction training on 15.08.2024. Classes commence on 26.08.2024.
• This is a full-time role, with the possibility of contract extension.

Salary

• Competitive salary and benefits, details to be discussed during the interview.

Application Format

Please include in your application:

• Email subject: ICT Teacher Application and your full name.
• A cover letter in English detailing your relevant skills and experiences.
• Your CV in English.
• At least one reference or recommendation letter from a past teaching role.

Applicants should e-mail their application to employment@sris.edu.kg

Language proficiency levels

The Language proficiency levels in this job description are described using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages also used by Cambridge English Qualifications.