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Middle School Creative Design & Innovation Teacher

  • On-site
    • Kunshan, Jiangsu Sheng, China
  • Dipont Huayao Collegiate School Kunshan

Job description

Dipont Huayao Collegiate School Kunshan is seeking a Middle School Creative Design & Innovation Teacher to join its diverse, enthusiastic and highly supportive community of teachers, working in a beautifully appointed and state of the art campus.

The Middle School Creative Design & Innovation (CDI) teacher leads an applied and integrated skills and subject program that spans multiple disciplines such as the arts, science, mathematics, engineering, and computer science. Scholars learn design thinking and other skills through authentic Project Based Learning (PBL) experiences including: architecture (Grade 7,) digital design (Grade 8,) and product design (Grade 9.) The process begins with a driving question. It is followed by a general introduction to the background of the problem related to the theme. It culminates with using tools from the design discipline to solve the problem. Scholars are assessed on their use and application of 21st century skills such as: critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, problem solving and independent learning.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver design thinking and innovation lessons integrating robotics, programming, 3D design, and AR/VR.
  • Teach students how to design, build, and program robotic systems using platforms such as LEGO Mindstorms, VEX Robotics, Arduino, or Raspberry Pi.
  • Utilize tools like CAD software, 3D printers, and AR/VR platforms to create immersive and engaging learning experiences.
  • Introduce students to coding concepts (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or block-based coding) to control robots, create interactive designs, and build AR/VR applications.
  • Foster an inclusive environment where students feel empowered to experiment, take risks, and embrace failure as part of the learning process.
  • Lead or support robotics clubs, coding competitions, hackathons, and design showcases.
  • Encourage student participation in national and international robotics and innovation competitions.


Salary and benefits

  • Highly competitive salary levels
  • High quality housing
  • Annual return airfare for employee and dependents
  • Medical insurance for employee and dependents
  • Full tuition support for employees with school-age children


About the school

Culture

Huayao Collegiate embraces a blend of Chinese and American language and culture, recognizing that, together, a child’s social-emotional character and academic wellbeing empower them to achieve success in life.


Curriculum

Huayao Collegiate employs a blended Chinese and American curriculum that combines a drive for academic excellence within a whole child education program designed to nurture healthy, globally aware young adults.


Community

Huayao Collegiate has brought together a highly supportive community of teachers who enjoy collaboration and learning, who embrace cross-cultural adaptability, and who share a resilient and ethical passion for developing an outstanding school environment and culture.


*We are committed to a thorough and complete check of the credentials of all those employed to work with children in our organization.

Job requirements

About you

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field; Master’s degree preferred
  • Demonstrated interest in student development and optimism for students’ ability to learn and grow
  • Ability to learn and apply local Chinese educational standards as well as new technologies
  • Interest in and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Ability to collaborate, establish rapport and communicate in a Dual Language Immersion environment

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