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Secondary English Language and Literature Teacher

Secondary English Language and Literature Teacher

International School of Nice ISN

France

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
15 July 2021

Job overview

Job Description: Secondary English Language and Literature Teacher 

ISN seeks an English Language and Literature Teacher, 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 Middle School, IGCSE and IBDP curricula.

All teachers at ISN are expected to effectively develop and deliver the curriculum to excellent 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 program 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 a continual basis

Prepare evaluative student reports

Ensure the required standards of classroom management and student behavior are met 

Work collaboratively within the English department

 

Responsibilities specifically related to student safety and student support:

Collaborate with the SENCO 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 Child Protection Policy.

Trained in Safeguarding and Duty of Care.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in English 

Qualified teaching certificate/licensure

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

 

 


About International School of Nice ISN

The  International School of Nice (ISN) is a private, co-educational day  school for children from preschool through to Grade 12. The school was  founded more than four decades ago for globally-mobile families aspiring  to international education on the Côte d’Azur.

ISN has been inspiring and preparing new generations with a complete  anglophone education for all preschool, primary and secondary age groups  on the dazzling azure blue Mediterranean coastline of southeastern  France. Becoming well-established over the decades; today, our school is  renowned in the area as a leading international school for graduates’  excellent exam results and university placement record.

Why ISN?

Our vibrant school attracts local families and newcomers alike who  embrace our joyful, family-like atmosphere and immersive English  learning environment for their child.

  1. We warmly welcome children who cannot speak English or French at  any ability level. We support students with English as an Additional  Language (EAL) through our EAL department. Our children develop  biliteracy through five French lessons a week.
  2. ISN’s spacious campus, with extensive facilities for sports and the  arts, home to our ISN Wolfpack football team and popular IB Diploma  arts courses, enjoys vast appeal with ISN families.
  3. We treasure our diversity, our school a clear reflection of the  international community on the French Riviera with around 42  nationalities. Each child’s home language, culture and worldview are  widely celebrated and enrich our learning community.
  4. Small and inclusive, at ISN, every child receives personalised attention to achieve their individual potential.
  5. Our school is located only five minutes from the international Nice  Côte d'Azur Airport, with easy access to the A8 motorway, on the  western edge of the city.
  6. We connect our students to their local IB World School by way of  six bus routes throughout the Alpes-Maritimes department, including  Cannes, Monaco Fontvieille, Monaco Grimaldi, Nice, Valbonne and Vence.  For our school bus route maps, please see School Services.

Headteacher

Mrs Mel CURTIS

Teaching information

Teachers at ISN are expected to hold an undergraduates degree in their chosen teaching subject, as well as a proper accredited teaching certification such as a postgraduate diploma, in addition to at least two years’ teaching experience.

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