Supply Teacher- Secondary Science

School:
British International School of Houston

This is an exciting time to join our community located in Katy, Texas just outside the Houston metro area. We have a state-of-the-art facility, that is one of the world's most advanced campuses. We are a successful, growing school with a highly committed and motivated team of teaching professionals at our heart. Our close knit and supportive team are proud of our school and community, educating around 1,300 young people from 67 nationalities each year.

The National Curriculum for England, IGCSE and the IB Diploma are taught to our students from the Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 13 (Academy Year). Each year a high proportion of our students are accepted into top universities around the world.

We create a personalized learning experience for every student: building their character, growing them academically and setting them up to thrive. We are global learning community of learners who are committed to global citizenship and inovation, culivated through a collaborative and diverse learning journery.

Naturally, at BIS Houston, you'll find children who are happy, motivated, committed and love learning. Our community invests in staff with ongoing CPD opportunities and community-building opportunities to help you get the most of your time on campus and in Houston. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide engaging learning environments for students and staff alike.

To learn more about our wonderful school, please visit our school website.

The Science Department at the British International School of Houston includes specialist teachers in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The Secondary Science department provides learning across the natural Sciences for students aged 11 to 18 years old. We seek to employ an experienced Chemistry Teacher, to work with students in the Middle School (ages 9-14) and High School (15 – 18). The ideal candidate will be able to teach general Sciences at Middle school and experience teaching the IGCSE (or High School equivalent) in Chemistry will be desirable.

• A commitment to student wellbeing;
• Working to ensure that student safety, child protection and student wellbeing are the number one priority;
• Have a vigilance for, and commitment to the wellbeing of those that we work alongside with;
• Work with key school leaders and HR colleagues to ensure that HR policies and the NAE Code of Conduct are adhered to;
• Ensure that the BIS Houston is an environment where all staff feel respected, included, valued and that they belong.

• Sets high expectations for students; inspiring, motivating and challenging students to achieve excellent progress and ambitious outcomes.
• Represents the school's values in every interaction with students, parents and colleagues.
• Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity, ethics and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Actively and enthusiastically contributes beyond the classroom in the wider context of the school community.
• Acts as an advocate for the school in the wider community
• Participates in all aspects of the professional programme.
• Assists in growing the school, sharing ideas, attending events and having a positive relationship with the MAC Team.
• Can demonstrate an ongoing record of keeping up to date with teaching/coaching best practice
• Reflects on their own practice, is open to feedback and dedicated to developing professionally.

• Has experience and the skills to deliver high quality teaching of General Sciences at Middle School and Chemistry at IGCSE or equivalent.
• Engages and challenges student learning through questioning and discussion techniques and proven-pedagogical strategies.
• Creates a culture of learning and manages student behaviour to ensure an environment of respect and collaboration.
• Participates in all aspects of our learning programme, in line with school policy that assist in growing the school and are linked to the agreed learning programme

• Sets clear learning intentions and educational outcomes.
• Designs lesson plans, activities and assessments that are aligned to the school's curriculum and that engage students.
• Conceptualises, plans and teaches well-structured lessons and programmes that engage, inspire and stretch students; encouraging them to be ambitious

• Bachelor's Degree
• Teaching…