Details - IB PYP Assistant Teacher

We are looking for a highly motivated assistant teacher with at least two years’ experience to join our IB Primary Years Programme department. He or she must have excellent command of English, tech-savvy and has excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A terrific team player is a big plus! Besonders wertvoll ist es, wenn Sie auf Deutsch und Englisch unterrichten könnten.

Teaching and learning

• implement the full PYP programme
• implement the school programme and the UNESCO strategies
• commitment to differentiation and inclusion
• openness to cooperation with the German Section
• develop students’ cognitive, creative, critical thinking and reflection skills
• make use of the natural environment and setting at GESM and EUROCAMPUS for authentic learning experiences
• scaffold language development for all students. especially for English (EAL) and German as a foreign language
• work collaboratively and maintain positive, supportive relationships and open communication with students, parents and colleagues as we work together striving for excellence
• work with colleagues to ensure continuity and progression in the curriculum
• integrate IT into teaching and learning to enhance individual and collaborative learning where appropriate

 Assessment and Reporting

• use appropriate formative and summative assessments to plan for the differing needs of learners in the class
• assess and monitor student progress providing constructive feedback to ensure all students improve and succeed
• communicate effectively with families regarding the curriculum and student development through portfolios, reports and conferences as required

 Professional Learning

• engage purposefully in professional development and collaborative planning to improve performance and enhance student learning
• develop knowledge and skills related to the IB Primary Years Programme, GESM's pedagogy and IT skills (media competence)

Student life beyond the classroom

• if required, lead a co-curricular programme
• actively take part in House and sporting activities, field trips, residential camps and support student leaders
• support community activities throughout the year

Arbeitszeit: Lessons start at 07.30 h, and end at 13.30/14.30 h.

Anstellungsdauer: Initially a two-year contract. After that annually renewable.

Anforderungen/Relevant Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• an appropriate first degree
• certified teacher status
• experience in teaching IB PYP preferred
• a high level of relevant Early Years or Primary age curriculum knowledge, especially in areas of Literacy and Numeracy or specialist area
• an understanding and commitment to safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures 

General:

• contribute to the ongoing development of an environment of safety and in which every child can flourish
• conduct oneself professionally, operating at all times in line with GESM’s vision and mission, policies and procedures
• be an active, positive participant in collaborative planning and meetings
• meet deadlines set by the Head of School, Deputy and IB PYP Coordinator

Fächer: Deutsch, Deutsch als Fremdsprache (DaF), Englisch, Informatik, Mathematik, Musik

Arbeitgeberleistungen:

We offer an attractive package of

• a basic Peso salary
• a flight allowance
• a relocation allowance
• the local Medical Security
• assistance with visa and housing
• subsidized transport (school bus) and lunch

Do not hesitate to ask for details.

Weitere Informationen: More information you can find on our website and on www.ibo.org/programmes/primary-years-programme/ and www.gesm.org/mission-vision.

Bewerbungsverfahren: Please send your documents to recruitment@gesm.org.

Please include a motivational letter and references/letters of recommendation.