Teacher of Primary (IB PYP)

November 18, 2024

Job Description

Important dates

Closing date of applications
30th June 2025
Start date
11th August 2025

Date Contract Ends
Unknown

Job details

Subject
Primary
Role
Teacher
Level
Ages 4-11 / Primary
Curriculum
IB PYP
Positions available
2
Contract type
Fixed / Renewable
Vacancy type
Full Time

Salary
Full package for expat teacher

Requirements

2 or more years experience

ISA Tianhe International School of Guangzhou (ISA Tianhe) is located in the Zhujiang New Town of Guangzhou, providing IB education for students from early years to primary (2-11 years old). We are looking for potential candidates of Teacher of Primary to start in August 2025.

 

Major Responsibilities:     
Inspiring children to learn.    
Ensuring the creativity and high quality of teaching and learning of the class, assisted by a teaching assistant.     
Sharing responsibilities for curriculum development, display, performances, trips and organizing some aspects of special events.     
Fostering a caring atmosphere and showing commitment to the well-being and social and academic progress of each pupil. 

Key Requirements:
University degree and a recognized teaching qualification (such as PGCE, BEd, MEd).     
High Proficiency in English;     
Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in IBPYP curriculum, ideally with experience in an international educational setting     
Experience in teaching second language learners     
Strong knowledge and/or experience in IB PYP curriculum framework     
Curriculum development knowledge     
Be inter-culturally aware with well-developed interpersonal skills     
Be committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning     
Be collaborative and able to work as part of a team

Application Process

Candidates interested in our vacancies, please go to “APPLY FOR THIS JOB“.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend face-to-face and/or online interviews with our recruitment team.

Candidates are requested to provide three referees for pre-employment reference check from current and previous employers.  The referees must be the Principal, Head of school or the direct supervisor from the school management team.

ISA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate background checks.

General Requirements for International Teaching Positions

  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject area
  • A recognized teaching qualification (e.g. BEd, PGCE)
  • Minimum two years experience of classroom teaching in mainstream education sector
  • Previous experience of teaching the IB curriculum is preferred, high potential candidates without IB experience might be considered
  • Well-versed in various teaching resources including digital tools to support and enhance teaching and learning
  • Sensitivity to the cultural differences
  • A willingness to actively participate in the academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes

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