PYP Dual Language Program Homeroom Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

Inspired is seeking to appoint a Primary Years Program DLP Homeroom Teacher to join St John’s International School in August 2024 on a Full-Time basis.  

Founded in 1964, St. John’s International School is a private, non-profit educational institution. We are an IB continuum school committed to excellence in education through inquiry-based, child-centred teaching and learning. We are accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA).  

Circa 460 students from 50 countries pursue a challenging academic curriculum that includes an emphasis on development in athletics and the arts, all within the context of the ethos and values that make St. John’s unique. 

The highly educated, qualified and dedicated international teaching faculty makes the difference for the students at St. John’s. Among more than 15 nationalities represented, approximately quarter each hail from the UK, the US, Belgium and the rest of the world. More than 50% of the faculty hold advanced degrees.  

English is the language of instruction throughout the school. French is taught in all grades from kindergarten at foreign language and native speaker levels. Spanish, German and Dutch are offered as world languages from Grade 8 onwards. A dual language programme in English and French is offered as an option from grades Pre-K through Grade 5. Self-taught mother tongue languages are also offered in Grades 9 to 12. 

The school is situated in a pleasant residential part of French-speaking Waterloo, within easy walking distance of local shops and amenities. Waterloo and the surrounding area offer a high quality of life whether you are joining solo or with your family. The centre of Brussels is easily reached by car or tram. This world city offers all the cultural, economic and other attractions of a political capital.  

We welcome applications from exceptional, self-motivated and reflective professionals with the right blend of energy and experience, and a passion for teaching that embraces progress and innovation.

We offer an excellent package to members of staff, a comprehensive induction programme and a very warm welcome to St. John’s in what we trust will be a long and happy career with us. We are a close-knit team who are proud of our school and international community that supports it. If you’d like to be a part of our ongoing success, please get in touch; we’d love to hear from you. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Fluency in both English and French
• University degree in primary education
• Previous experience in a high-performing international school
• Experience in facilitating play-based, inquiry-based learning activities that are designed to enhance children's creativity, problem-solving skills and overall engagement.
• High level of educational technology skills and integration of technology into the classroom
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to lead extracurriculars
• Previous PYP experience a distinct advantage

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supporting the school leadership in achieving the vision, mission, values and aims of the school
• Developing clear personal and professional goals that are consistent with both St John's school wide action plans and IB PYP requirements
• Putting into practice the school's goals and instructional strategies
• Ensuring that pedagogy meets or exceeds the IB's approaches to Teaching in the PYP
• Seeking opportunities to develop cross curricular approaches specifically in reference to Units of inquiry
• Maximizing learning opportunities both within and outside the classroom through field trips, visiting speakers, varied teaching styles and resources
• Developing and effectively using assessment criteria in line with the IBO requirements
• Promoting the use of appropriate technology
• Ensuring a positive friendly professional working environment where all staff are equally valued and are part of a team

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.