IB Physics / Mathematics Instructor

Teacher Role Summary

UWC ISAK Japan is looking to recruit transformational educators committed to the UWC mission and leadership as a practice.

At UWC ISAK Japan, we strongly believe all faculty and staff are mentors to our students in the classroom and beyond. We are searching for individuals committed to collaborative engagement across our learning program, including Academics, Leadership, Activities and Service, Outdoor Education and Residential Life.

At UWC ISAK Japan we strongly believe that all faculty and staff should adopt a growth mindset. We are also searching for capacity building educators focused on their craft, keen to develop their own professional learning and ready to support the professional growth of their colleagues.

At UWC ISAK Japan we believe that safeguarding is our duty and responsibility and as such we will be conducting a background check and reference checks as a condition to any employment offer.

Current Contract Period

August 1, 2020 – July 30, 2022. Thereafter employment may be renewed by agreement.

Salary

Salary is competitive for the region.

Required Academic and Professional Experience

Academic Requirements

• Bachelor or higher degree in the field of subject advertised
• Master’s or PhD degree in the the field of subject preferred
• Educational certification and training is required

Professional Experience

• 3+ years teaching experience in the subject advertised
• Experience teaching the IBDP
• Experience in the UWC movement is preferred
• Residential experience is highly preferred

Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach courses in advertised subject area; may include a variety of courses and levels
• Follow curriculum developed by the department
• Develop new curriculum
• Collaborate with other members of the faculty

Mentoring Responsibilities

• Residential duty is an additional contract offer, but commitment to residential life is a must.
• In addition to teaching responsibilities, all teachers will be assigned some or all of the following mentoring responsibilities:
  • Serve as student advisory group leader
  • Coach or supervise extracurricular sports
  • Lead or participate in Japanese cultural activities
  • Participate in outdoor education opportunities
  • Facilitate local service projects or leadership projects
  • Residential duty is an additional contractual offer

Personality / Successful Traits

• Resonates with the UWC ISAK leadership model and willing to be an active participant in it
• Curious about and open to exploring mindfulness and design thinking in personal and professional life
• Positive; Enthusiastic about creating and contributing to a school that is evolving
• Pragmatic and resourceful; Able to identify needs and willing to address them
• Patient and flexible; Comfortable working in a school that is growing and evolving
• Self aware and motivated; engaged in continuous reflection and improvement
• Able to work independently and complete tasks without supervision while respecting existing roles and structures within the school
• Able to work in a team; enjoys collaborative teaching among different fields and inspired to work interdisciplinarily
• Enjoys a residential lifestyle; understands the demands and flexibility required of adults in a residential environment,​ including needs that come up unexpectedly.

How to Apply

To apply to UWC ISAK Japan, download the CV and Disclosure Form Template files, fill them out, and submit both files along with a 1-page cover letter to [email protected]

• CV Template
• Disclosure Form Template

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We are looking for applicants who will be a strong fit for our unique educational environment. Please read this general information and give it careful consideration before submitting an application.

General Information

UWC ISAK Japan Core ValuesA Shared UWC Mission

UWC makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.

Our Distinct Identity

UWC ISAK Japan empowers students to become transformational leaders who explore new frontiers for the greater good of Asia and beyond.

We believe not only in the power of education, but also in the power of young people to become catalysts for positive change. We aim to create an environment where students learn to understand and appreciate different perspectives, challenge themselves academically and emotionally, and develop their innate potential as change-makers who can identify what is most important and needed, take action in the face of discomfort, use diversity as a strength, and support others in this practice.

Our Motto

Our school motto reflects our hopes for and dedication to all UWC ISAK Japan students as they journey through one of the most important and exciting times of their lives.

One Life. Realize Your Potential. Be a Catalyst for Positive Change.

Leadership Education at UWC ISAK Japan

Part of our distinct identity as a UWC is our focus on leadership, specifically leading ourselves and leading with others.

We believe in transformational leadership.

Who is a transformational leader?

A transformational leader is someone who consistently identifies what is most important and what is needed, takes action in the face of discomfort, uses diversity as a strength, and supports others in this practice. With continuous practice, a transformational leader creates positive change within self and the community at large.

A transformational leader consistently applies these foundational skills of leadership:

• Awareness: Deeply observes oneself and the environment, and understands what is important for self and the greater good.
• Connection: Empathizes with members of a community, understands their diverse potentials and values, and supports them towards a common goal.
• Action Taking: Steps out of one’s comfort zone to courageously bring ideas to life.
• Self-Discipline: Responds positively to challenges with measured reflection, growth mindset, resilience and optimism.
• Creativity: Generates innovative ideas and questions and builds upon those of others