Job Description

Key Responsibilities  

Instructional Planning and Delivery:

• Design and deliver effective lesson plans that align with the school's curriculum and standards.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods to enhance student learning.

Classroom Management:

• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and supportive classroom environment.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to promote positive behavior and student engagement.
• Address and resolve classroom issues in a timely and professional manner.

Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring:

• Develop and administer assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding.
• Analyze assessment data to inform instruction and provide targeted support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student performance and progress.

Student Engagement and Motivation:

• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture that encourages student participation and collaboration.
• Use motivational techniques to inspire students and promote a love of learning.
• Recognize and celebrate student achievements and milestones.

Professional Development:

• Engage in continuous professional growth and development through workshops, conferences, and other learning opportunities.
• Stay current with educational research, trends, and best practices.
• Reflect on teaching practices and seek feedback for improvement.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students and their families.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, administrators, and support staff to enhance the educational experience for students.

Curriculum Development and Implementation:

• Contribute to the development and refinement of the school's curriculum.
• Ensure that instructional materials and resources are current, relevant, and aligned with curriculum goals.
• Adapt and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students.

Ethical and Professional Conduct:

• Adhere to the school's policies, procedures, and code of conduct.
• Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions and responsibilities.
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.

Extracurricular Involvement:

• Participate in and support school events, activities, and extracurricular programs.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to students outside of the classroom.
• Encourage student involvement in extracurricular activities to promote well-rounded development.

Student Support and Well-being:

• Provide academic, social, and emotional support to students as needed.
• Identify and address individual student needs and challenges.
• Collaborate with school counselors, special education staff, and other support services to ensure student success.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate:   

• Bachelor´s degree in Education.
• Certification in Psychology
• Previous teaching experience preferred
• IB knowledge preferred
• Working knowledge of curriculum
• Experience in developing and implementing innovative teaching methods
• Excellent skills in communicating and collaborating with staff

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.