ISN seeks a Secondary IBDP English Teacher with MYP & IGCSE experince, who can provide excellent instruction and dynamic learning opportunities for Middle and High School, in alignment with ISN’s vision and mission, while supporting Globeducate events when appropriate for the department. The English department emphasises conceptual learning through literary and non- literary texts with an approach following a dynamic and internationally designed MYP, IGCSE and IBDP curricula.
All teachers at ISN are expected to effectively develop and deliver the curriculum to the highest of standards.
You will be working within the English Department and closely in line with the EAL department. The department functions in a collaborative and supportive manner based on mutual respect and understanding. We strive to deliver a dynamic programme at all levels and share best practices in an open and empathetic environment.
Teaching responsibilities:
● Plan and prepare learning activities that guide students towards achievement of curriculum objectives
● Use and develop a range of instructional techniques including inquiry based, project based and problem based learning using media consistent with available resources and student needs and capabilities
● Expand student use of individual and collaborative strategies to generate concepts and ideas
● Incorporate new technologies and tools in the creative process
● Evaluate each student's performance on an ongoing basis
● Prepare evaluative student reports
● Ensure the required standards of classroom management and student behavior are met
● Work collaboratively within the English department
● Work collaboratively to support interdisciplinary projects
● Ensure a learning environment conducive to learning
Responsibilities specifically related to student safety and student support:
● Collaborate with the Director of Inclusion to ensure that teachers are aware of students' specific learning needs.
● Ensure that students who meet requirements have inclusive assessment arrangements.
● Ensure all activities are carried out with due regard to health, safety and safeguarding, in accordance with the Safe Guarding and Child Protection Policy.
Education and Experience
● Bachelor’s degree in English
● Qualified teaching certificate/licensure
● Experience in teaching in one or more of the following curriculums: MYP
IBDP/A Level/Advanced Placement or equivalent IBDP English A +B level
● Strong classroom management
● An understanding of the approaches to teaching that include meaningful feedback, student reflection, and ATL skills.
Essential qualities:
● Positive, creative, collaborative teacher
● Committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning
● Flexible, resilient, supportive team player
● Passionate about learning
● Effective communicator
● Diplomatic, proactive, problem-solver
● Interculturally aware with well-developed interpersonal skills
● Well organized and efficient
● Able to meet deadlines
What we offer besides the sunshine:
• Full time permanent contract
• Meal vouchers (tickets restaurants)
• Holiday and Christmas vouchers
• Social security and optional health insurance
• On-site welfare advice and support and help with banking arrangements.
• Relocation agency support
• A caring and supportive Senior and Middle Leadership Team with a mission “to do what is right” and to offer individualised support to all members of staff.
Please note that the International School of Nice is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to enhanced pre-employment clearance including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment and two satisfactory professional references which will be verified.
International School of Nice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Successful applications will be subject to child protection screening, including robust vetting procedures, checks with past employers, and relevant safeguarding assessments.