Job Description
Application deadline: 15 July 2024
Scope: Early Years Reporting to: Head of Early Years
In order to fill this role effectively, the successful candidate will need to have a diverse range of qualities, competencies and experience. A Early Years PYP teacher should be an inspirational, passionate and adaptable educator with the ability to deliver an inquiry-based, trans-disciplinary program. He/She should be an outstanding teacher, motivator, learner and communicator, with excellent interpersonal skills, and should be capable of preparing students for international programs in a stimulating, challenging and well-organised learning environment. He/She should be able to provide professional expertise, high qualityteaching and learning, make effective use of resources and ensure improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.
RequirementsQualifications and experience.
- Bachelor degree in Early Childhood or Education
- Qualified teacher status appropriate to the teaching duties to be undertaken.
- Experience of the IB Primary Years Programme - Early Years.
Knowledge and Skills. He/She should:
- be aligned with the ISL values of belonging, integrity, grit and kindness.
- possess excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school, in particular he/she should be able to communicate effectively in English
- have a high level of understanding of current research as to how children learn and possess the ability to motivate students to perform at their best
- through differentiated instruction, and by using a variety of styles, be able to inspire mixed culture and ability classes, by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students
- be able to support student needs in learning and pastoral matters
- be aware of the principles of Understanding by Design and Assessment for Learning
- be able to participate fully in an expanding primary school and in particular help to develop the team spirit
- have a high level of awareness of current developments and research findings in the field of early years/primary school teaching and learning
- have the ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload
Responsibilities.
- Implement PYP policy and strategic plans