Position: Reading and Literacy Specialist
School Section: Primary School
Period of Appointment: Full-time
Location: Lingshui, Hainan Province, China

Job Description:
•    Serve as a Reading and Literacy Specialist for young English Language Learners in PreK, K, and grades 1-5, and serve as a special assistant to the Director of Library Services.
•    Develop a reading curriculum for all grades at an international school, as well as a reading inventory or similar assessment tool to screen students to establish proper reading levels.
•    Provide diagnostic, prescriptive, and evaluative services as well as develop individual and small group instruction for identified students.
•    Design innovative lesson plans according to curricular requirements. This will include adapting instructional methods and materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests. 
•    Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate the world around them.
•    Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
•    Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
•    Monitor children’s interactions in order to nurture cooperation and sharing.
•    Evaluate academic and social growth of students by keeping appropriate records via online management systems.
•    Communicate with teachers and school administrators on student progress and make suggestions for effective interventions and strategies to help students.
•    Actively engage with administration and teaching staff on various classroom-based projects and school-wide activities.
•    Follow and comply with ethical teaching standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications, Experiences and Skills:
•    Master’s degree in Primary/Elementary Education and/or Reading and Literacy with at least 3 years of experience in primary school education. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in any of the above subjects with 5 years of experience in primary/elementary school education may also apply.  
•    Solid expertise in teaching young learners with a range of abilities. Excellent knowledge of the latest educational theories and practices for early childhood development.
•    High standards of professionalism and professional ethics.
•    Recognition of the diversity in cultures and nationalities within the school.
•    Open-mindedness and willingness to try new pedagogical techniques and be flexible.
•    Excellent self-management and organizational skills.
•    Patience, perseverance and excellent communication skills.
•    Enjoy working with children in a fun and safe environment.
•    Ability to prioritize workloads and to inspire children and adults with an enthusiasm for learning.
•    Good team-player attitude with a strong ability to communicate with a diverse teaching and administrative staff.