Job Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Delivery:

● Plan and deliver Psychology lessons in line with the curriculum (e.g. IGCSE / A-Level / IB Psychology), covering core areas such as cognitive, developmental, social, biological, and clinical psychology.

● Design inquiry- and evidence-based learning activities that develop students' scientific thinking, research methods, and critical analysis skills.

● Provide differentiated instruction and individual support for students of varying abilities and learning needs, promoting holistic development.

Assessment and Feedback:

● Design and mark tests, assignments, and empirical research reports, providing timely and constructive feedback.

● Track student achievement data, identify learning gaps, and adjust teaching strategies; support exam preparation and internal assessment for external qualifications.

Pastoral Care and Behaviour Management:

● Monitor student wellbeing and behaviour in and beyond the classroom, fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.

● Model positive relationships with students and report pastoral concerns to the homeroom or relevant teacher as appropriate.

Communication and Collaboration:

● Communicate effectively and respectfully with homeroom teachers, Psychology faculty colleagues, and the leadership team to support student learning.

● Assist in communicating student progress and performance with parents where appropriate.

Professional Development and Quality Assurance:

● Participate in the school's evaluation and faculty professional learning as a reflective practitioner, continuously improving teaching quality.

● Seek professional growth through in-school or external workshops, professional reading, and training opportunities.

Child Safeguarding:

● Uphold the school's child safeguarding policy and report any related concerns to the appropriate person without delay.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Academic and Language Background:

● Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related subject required; a Master's in Psychology, Education, or a related field preferred.

● Native or near-native fluency in English (the primary language of Psychology instruction), with good spoken and written Mandarin Chinese preferred for local communication.

Professional Qualifications and Experience:

● Relevant teaching certification (e.g. PGDE / QTS / recognized teacher qualification) required; experience teaching international curricula (IGCSE / A-Level / IB Psychology) preferred.

● 2+ years of secondary Psychology teaching experience (3+ years preferred).

Skills and Attributes:

● Strong subject knowledge in Psychology, classroom management, and differentiated instruction skills.

● Familiarity with empirical research methods and data analysis, with the ability to guide student research and internal assessment.

● Passionate, patient, and collaborative, with a genuine commitment to supporting adolescents' academic, social, and emotional development.

● Familiarity with basic educational technology and the ability to support a digital learning environment.

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Teacher of Psychology to join our school community and inspire students through rigorous, inquiry-driven exploration of the human mind and behaviour.