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 Job Opportunities
The HighScope Foundation carries out research, curriculum development, training, and publishing related to the education of children and youth. HighScope primarily serves adults who work with children at the preschool, early elementary, and adolescent levels. Approximately 65 people are employed at HighScope in a variety of specialized fields. This includes researchers at various levels with a background in social sciences as well as consultants with HighScope training.
There are two teaching positions at the Demonstration Preschool. Outside of these, there are no other teaching positions on staff. The services of independent Field Consultants who are trained in the HighScope educational approach are used to implement training throughout the country. See the listings below for positions available at HighScope or at HighScope-oriented programs both in the U.S. and abroad.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Research Associate I (posted April 16, 2010)
The Research Associate participates in the development, implementation, and reporting of multi-method, multi-site evaluative research on early childhood care and education programs. This includes planning and implementing all aspects of various research projects; writing grant proposals; writing and publishing research reports; attending meetings and professional conferences; and making presentations. We seek an experienced individual with a Ph.D. in a field related to educational psychology, human development, developmental psychology, education. Candidates should have three to five years of relevant work experience as well as demonstrated experience in writing for professional audiences and preparing grant applications. The qualified scholar will have strong social science writing skills, knowledge of early childhood educational practices, good organization skills, and work effectively with staff.
Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements, indicating desired position, to:
HighScope Educational Research Foundation
Attn: Human Resources
600 North River Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
E-mail: jobs@highscope.org
Fax: 734.485.0704
Web site: www.highscope.org
EOE
Prekindergarten Teachers, Ningbo, China
This is a call to any HighScope trained/certified teachers interested in experiencing life and teaching overseas. There is an opening in the 2010–2011 school year for a prekindergarten teacher. The school salary package is competitive and includes round-trip airfare, paid visa fees, furnished apartment including utilities, medical insurance, personal and sick leave, as well as many other benefits. If you would like to see the school online, visit http://www.aian.org.cn. If interested, please contact director Ms. Shirley Davis directly at shirleyd@aian.org.cn. The school will hire an individual teacher or a teaching couple. Access International Academy Ningbo (AIAN), No. 1 Ai Xue Road, Beilun District, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China 315800.
Early Childhood Teachers, Milan, Italy
Expanding bilingual school in Milan, Italy, is seeking early childhood teachers for immediate appointments. Experience and or training in HighScope preferable. Minimum two-year contract. The school offers professional development and career advancement opportunities, free Italian language classes. Native English speakers with a valid work permit or EU passport holders may apply to: The Head Teacher, Play English, via Confalonieri 18 Monza 20052, Milan, Italy, info@playenglish.it, www.playenglish.it
HighScope Certified Preschool Teachers, Beijing, China
Are you seeking a change? Do you have plan to work in China? If so, why wait? The China New Talent Education Group/Harvard China Education Institute is now recruiting HighScope-certified preschool teachers for the Beijing New Talent Academy!
The New Talent Education Group is an established and expanding organization consisting of three international schools (more schools are under construction), the New Talent Education Foundation, the New Talent Investment Holding Company, and the Life Tree International Group. The total student enrollment is about 5000. The New Talent Education Group and the Harvard China Education Institute are working together on a “Future China Leader Plan," designed to bring together the best of the East and the West in the education field.
About the Beijing New Talent Academy:
http://www.bjnewtalent.com/English/home.html
Beijing New Talent Academy was founded in 1995 as a prek–12 boarding school located in the Central Villa District. Our preschool curriculum is based on bilingual education, multi-curriculum and multi-culture principles. We are starting a new preschool pilot program which will adopt the HighScope Curriculum, serving children from 2–6 years old. If you have passion for children, are interested in China, and are looking for change in your life, don’t hesitate to take this fantastic opportunity!
Who we are looking for?
♦ High/Scope Certified teachers
♦ At least two years' preschool working experience in a HighScope program
♦ English native speakers
♦ Open to new culture and capability to adopt new culture quickly
What do we offer?
♦ A very competitive salary! (50–60K)
♦ Safe and cozy accommodation on campus provided
♦ Medical insurance provided
♦ Free round-trip air ticket provided with a one-year work commitment.
Contact information
To apply, please send the CV to: hfsj@bjnewtalent.com.
Phone Number: 86+10+80413032 86-13911899355
If you have any questions about this position, please feel free to contact us.
(posted 4_16_2010)
Preschool Teaching Job in China!
Morgan Rothschild Academy is a quality early childhood program in China, enrolling international students aged 2–6. MRA is an upscale kindergarten located in the suburbs of Shanghai. Our Academy is managed by a Harvard-educated director. MRA uses the HighScope curriculum. You could learn more about us by checking our website www.morganrothschild.com
Qualifications:
We are looking for someone with creative energy to team-teach in our classrooms. Teacher will work with two other Chinese teachers to provide a nurturing, developmentally appropriate and child-centered program that emphasizes the social and emotional development of each child. Qualifications include
1. K–3 teaching certificate
2. Experience in a preschool a plus
3. Familiar with HighScope Curriculum
4. Team player and energetic
5. Self-motivated
6. Love children
Teacher compensation:
1. One round-trip ticket per 12-month contract capped at USD 1,200
2. 8 paid personal days & 21 paid holidays
3. Accident insurance covered
4. Free visa & work permit
5. Free furnished apartment
Job Description:
1. 40 hours per week
2. Writing lesson plans
3. Manage class
4. Able to care for and educate children aged 1–6
If you are interested in the position, please send your resume/c.v. to us at morganchina@morganrothschild.com.
This job posting is valid till vacancy is filled.
(posted 4_23_2010)
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