We are looking for a Middle School Digital Design/STEAM Teacher for a bilingual international school in Shanghai’s Pudong district. This position is available from the upcoming 2027/28 academic year in August 2027.
About the School
Located in Shanghai’s Pudong district, this bilingual international school offers a 12-year education pathway from primary to high school. As an IB World School, it delivers the full continuum of PYP, MYP, DP, and CP programs, while also integrating elements of the Chinese national curriculum and international frameworks like IGCSE and AP. The campus spans over 35,000 square meters with modern academic and athletic facilities, including boarding options.
With a focus on inquiry-based learning, bilingual instruction, and holistic student development, the school emphasizes both academic excellence and character growth.
Job Responsibilities
- Teach digital design and STEAM to middle school students within the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
- Guide students through the design cycle, including inquiry, developing ideas, creating solutions and evaluation
- Develop practical projects that integrate science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics
- Build students’ digital skills, creativity, collaboration and problem-solving abilities
- Support students in documenting design decisions, testing prototypes and refining solutions
- Assess learning using MYP criteria and provide constructive feedback
- Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects and promote safe, responsible use of tools and technology
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Previous teaching experience in China
- Strong knowledge of digital design and STEAM teaching approaches
- Ability to plan practical, inquiry-based learning within the IB MYP framework
- Strong communication, collaboration and classroom management skills
Benefits
Salary and Benefits
- Monthly salary of RMB 25,000–35,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Monthly housing allowance of RMB 6,000
- Annual flight allowance
- Full medical insurance
- Summer and winter holidays
- Public holidays