Teacher of English (IBDP English B)

Executive Summary:

The Teacher of English (IBDP English B) at ISA Wuhan School delivers engaging, rigorous and inclusive language acquisition teaching within the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The role develops students’ English communication skills across reading, writing, listening and speaking, while fostering intercultural understanding, critical thinking, confidence and success in IB Diploma Programme assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. IBDP English B Curriculum and Lesson Delivery:

   - Plan and deliver high-quality IBDP English B lessons in accordance with the current IB Language Acquisition subject guide and its prescribed themes: identities, experiences, human ingenuity, social organisation and sharing the planet.

   - Develop students’ receptive, productive and interactive language skills through authentic spoken, written and multimodal texts, meaningful communication and purposeful inquiry.

   - Differentiate instruction for Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) students, including the study of literary works at HL, while responding to varied levels of language proficiency.

2. IBDP English B Assessment and Feedback:

   - Design formative and summative assessments aligned with English B objectives and assessment criteria; provide timely, actionable feedback on language development and communication.

   - Prepare students for Paper 1 (writing), Paper 2 (listening and reading) and the Individual Oral internal assessment, including the literature-based oral component at HL, while reinforcing academic integrity.

3. Classroom Practice:

   - Create a supportive, inclusive and communicative classroom environment in which students take risks, participate actively and use English with growing independence.

   - Apply inquiry-based and language acquisition strategies, purposeful scaffolding and varied resources to develop fluency, accuracy and learner confidence.

4. Language Development and Intercultural Understanding:

   - Build vocabulary, grammatical range, text-type awareness and intercultural understanding through exploration of contemporary global contexts and diverse perspectives.

   - Strengthen students’ writing for different purposes and audiences, listening comprehension, reading strategies, discussion and spoken interaction.

5. Student Support:

   - Monitor student progress in all four language skills and provide targeted support for individual language development and examination readiness.

   - Encourage reflection, learner autonomy, cultural curiosity and confidence while supporting students with different starting levels of English.

6. Parent Communication and Enrichment:

   - Communicate professionally with parents about students’ progress in IBDP English B, proficiency development, assessment performance and next steps.

   - Contribute to language-rich events, reading opportunities and cultural activities that promote authentic English use beyond the classroom.

7. Cross-Curricular Collaboration:

   - Collaborate with colleagues to support language development across the IB Diploma Programme and make appropriate connections with Theory of Knowledge (TOK).

   - Support interdisciplinary learning and contribute to relevant Extended Essay (EE) guidance or supervision when assigned and appropriately qualified.

8. Professional Practice:

   - Participate in English B subject-specific professional development, collaborative planning, assessment standardisation and relevant school training.

   - Uphold IB academic integrity, safeguarding requirements and professional standards in all work with students and colleagues.

9. Other tasks as assigned by the school leaders.

 

Qualifications and Experience:

- Master’s degree in English Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.

- Recognised teaching qualification and substantial experience teaching English language acquisition at secondary school level.

- Experience teaching IBDP English B at Standard Level and/or Higher Level in DP one and DP two.

- Strong understanding of the IBDP English B syllabus, the five prescribed themes, SL/HL expectations and assessment requirements.

- Proven ability to teach and assess listening, speaking, reading and writing using communicative, inquiry-based and differentiated approaches.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with a commitment to IB philosophy and intercultural learning.

Application Process

Interested candidates please go to "APPLY FOR THIS JOB".

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend face-to-face and/or online interview with our recruitment team.

Candidates are requested to provide three referees for pre-employment reference check from current and previous employers.  The referees must be the Principal, Head of school or the direct supervisor from the school management team.

ISA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate background check.

General Requirements for International Teaching Positions

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject area
• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g. BEd, PGCE)
• Minimum two years’ experience of classroom teaching in mainstream education sector
• Previous experience of teaching the IB curriculum is preferred, high potential candidates without IB experience might be considered
• Well-versed in various teaching resources including digital tools to support and enhance teaching and learning
• Sensitivity to the cultural differences
• A willingness to actively participate in the academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes