Wellington College China

OBJECTIVES

Hiba Academy Hangzhou (Nursery) is seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position of Early Years Class Teacher. We are looking for candidates who understand collaboration and the importance of meaningful relationships as a means to strive for excellence in both their own professional development and for first-class provision for all of our children. Successful candidates will have the energy, experience, and passion to help realise their own and our aspirations.

At Hiba Academy Hangzhou (Nursery) our educators are recognised as role models within, between and beyond our nursery, building a strong sense of community, whilst being responsive to our children, families, and partners.

EXPERIENCE 

Our Early Years Class Teacher will be contributing to the development in our nursery of children 2-6 years of age, with extensive knowledge of the appropriate milestones for children within this age group. Placing the image of the child firmly at the centre, our educators have experience and confidence in educating children with individual goals, dreams and impressions of the world around them - working successfully with their families and other experts in our community. 

An imaginative and creative approach to early childhood education is practiced in our classrooms and our class teacher will be working in close partnership with their teaching team using a responsive project-based philosophy that encourages children to make their own discoveries, experience collaboration, and have confidence in their independence. Children, families, teachers, and the environment form a complete circle of learning inspiring all to join in the process.

PROGRAMME AND PRACTICE

• Contribute to a setting that is underpinned by an image of a strong and capable child. 
• Demonstrate an interest and ability in using the Early Years Foundation Stage EYFS.
• Document the experiences of all children by making learning visible through learning stories, reflective journals, transcribing pupil’s work, observations, and narratives.
• Use a strength-based approach in assessment and reporting to encourage the highest levels of wellbeing and involvement. 
• Build on the interests of children through listening and reflecting within a co-teaching partnership.
• Use technology with children as a tool for learning, organising ideas and sharing with the wider community. 
• Take advantage of serendipitous happenings and be flexible enough to extend learning at these times.
• Adhere to child-to-adult ratios throughout the day.

CARE AND WELLBEING OF CHILDREN

• Ensure each child has a sense of belonging within their classroom and learning environment.
• Maintain the highest standards of care, child protection and safeguarding at all times by upholding the 3Ps: Protection, Provision and Participation as outlined in UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

FAMILIES

• Understand the importance of building authentic relationships with families, knowing such understandings can lead to greater learning outcomes for children.
• Value families as important partners in the work of the nursery by maintaining frequent contact and can work with them in the classroom and nursery.
• Communicate with families and the wider community about the programme, including presentations, workshops, through online platforms and parent meetings. 

ENVIRONMENT

• Plan an inspiring learning environment that fosters independence, inquiry and learning progression. 
• Maintain respect for the learning environment and resources, both indoors and outdoors.
• Order resources to support and extend learning in the classroom, learning spaces and community.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Model and promote our values: kindness, courage, integrity, respect.
• Commit to regularly collaborating with peers to understand and extend children’s theories, thoughts, ideas and questions. 
• Attend all team meetings and committees as necessary and take on portfolio responsibilities within the team.
• Confident in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and database systems. 
• Adhere to all procedures and policies as outlined in the Staff Handbook.

BASIC QUALIFICATION

Education: Bachelor’s degree and relevant teaching qualifications and certificates. Major in Early Childhood Education (desirable)

Language: English/Chinese

Working experience: 

• At least two years’ experience in early years, with a proven pedagogy to a reflective and responsive learning environment.
• Experience working cross culturally an advantage.
• Familiarity with the philosophies of the schools of Reggio Emilia is preferred.

PREFERRED APTITUDES

• A spirit of collaboration, stamina, drive, a sense of humour, a passion for children, positive nature, and a love of professional and lifelong learning form our fundamentals.
• Embraces every aspect of childhood and have an openness and willingness to learn about pedagogical practices that may be unfamiliar.
• Strong ability to embrace change and to work to tight timelines.
• Strong mind-set for continuous improvement to meet or exceed expectations.

As an employer of choice, Wellington College China is committed to making professional learning and personal development central to its ethos and approach. WCC fully recognises its responsibilities for safeguarding children. Our safeguarding policy applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in the Group.