SS Mathematics Teacher

About Role

Dulwich College Suzhou (DCSZ) seeks an inspirational and innovative educator to join the Senior School from August 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in our vibrant and dynamic community in Suzhou. At DCSZ, children in Senior School are aged 11-18.

Our School

Dulwich College Suzhou opened in 2007 and is recognised as the leading international school in the region. Our College is a Co-Educational Day School for students from Age 2 to 18. We have 800 students, spanning over 30 nationalities, with 420 students in Primary School (Nursery to Year 6) and 380 students in Senior School.

Dulwich College Suzhou is academically selective and follows an enhanced British and international curriculum, adapted for the needs of our international student body.

Our academic curriculum is complemented by rich co-curricular programmes. We prioritise holistic education and academic excellence, tradition & innovation, sustainability, and community. We are the first school in Asia to achieve ‘Language Friendly School’ certification and our school is also accredited by CIS, WASC, IB and NCCT.

The close collaboration among our Colleges and with the founding school, Dulwich College in London, gives our students and staff unique opportunities to participate in network events and benefit from the group’s relationships with leading educational and artistic organisations. 

Our Teaching Profile (International School)

TEACH WORLDWISE

At Dulwich College International, students come first.  And because teachers play an extraordinary role in nurturing our students to become confident, curious and knowledgeable global citizens, we look to recruit the very best practitioners in international education who are passionate about unlocking the potential of our students.  

Our teachers nurture and inspire their students today to make a positive difference in the world – living fully, living responsibly, and living sustainably. We empower our Teachers to Live Worldwise.

Our Vision For Teachers

Worldwise Teachers:

•    Put students first in all they do
•    Display a positive attitude, adaptability and open-mindedness 
•    Show professional initiative and perseverance
•    Are truly collaborative and display highly developed communication skills
•    Are committed to internationalism and equity
•    Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship

Worldwise teachers believe in:

•    The right of every student to be safe, supported and nurtured
•    Evidence-based and innovative pedagogy
•    Personalised and differentiated student learning
•    Setting high expectations for every student
•    Empowering students to reach their own goals
•    High levels of student motivation and engagement

A Worldwise Teacher’s Learning Principles:

Learning is effective when it: 
•    is relational
•    has a clear purpose
•    is adapted and applied
•    is personalised

Post-holder Qualifications, Experience

Safeguarding Statement

Dulwich College International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices, which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Chinese law.

How to Apply

To apply for this position you will need to include:

• an application letter
•  your CV
•  a statement of educational philosophy
• details of three referees from your current and previous employer

Applications should be submitted through our on-line application system at: https://www.dulwich.org/careers/find-your-career

For further information please see our website at https://suzhou.dulwich.org/.

The closing date for applications is 31 December 2024.

Interviews will take place as soon as applications are received, therefore early application is encouraged.

Equity Diversity Inclusion Statement

Dulwich College International is committed to diversity within its team, organisational practices, policies and culture. It recognises that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make its work more relevant and approachable. Dulwich College International will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. Dulwich College International strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. It expects everyone who works with it to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as it aspires to best serve the Dulwich College International mission and its community.

Click here for the full safeguarding policy: Safeguarding | Dulwich College Suzhou

Competencies