IB Computer Science Teacher - September 2024
ICS Milan International School
Italy
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 30 April 2024
Job overview
We are looking for an outstanding Secondary IB Computer Science Teacher to join our growing Secondary school in September 2024!
We are looking for someone who is passionate about international education, creative in their thinking and collaborative in their approach. The successful candidate will also be adaptable, motivated by challenge and an excellent, highly organised classroom practitioner.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Purpose of Post
1. To teach Computer Science to students on the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme and the Pre-IB programme.
2. To work with Senior Leadership to support management of academic data (reports, assessment etc) through our MIS (ISAMS) and other digital platforms and the development of AI strategy in the school.
3. To support the Principals of Secondary and Primary in whole school timetabling
Overview of Role
All IB students must study a Group 4 Science subject and we aim to introduce Computer Science as part of the IB Diploma course from September 2024 to broaden the range of options available to students. As a result, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic teacher of the subject.
The role represents an excellent opportunity for a dedicated teacher to teach in the uniquely dynamic and supportive environment at ICS Milan. The College is a place of innovation and collaboration with a focus on using a STEAM approach within the IB framework.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching (50%)
• Teaching IB Computer Science at higher and standard levels;
• Teaching Computer Science to Pre-IB students;
• Leading an extra-curricular CAS activity group.
AI, Timetabling and MIS academic Support (50%)
• Managing and developing school MIS for academic progress and assessment data;
• Leading AI strategy across the school;
• Building school timetable in collaboration with Principals of Secondary and Primary.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education and qualifications
• Relevant honours degree and PGCE (or equivalent) (E)
• Ability to teach the subject to IB level (or equivalent) (E)
• Experience of working in an international environment (D)
• Experience of teaching the IB Computer Science course (D)
• Experience of working with students from different cultural, language and educational backgrounds (D)
• Possess an understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues (E)
• A commitment to equal opportunities and inclusion (E)
Our schools are totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect the same from their employees. All new staff will be subject to enhanced pre-employment clearance including identity checks, criminal background checks of the last 10 years, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment and two satisfactory professional references which will be verified.
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About ICS Milan International School
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ICS Milan International School is the first school dedicated to students from 0 - 18 years that offers an international curriculum enhanced by an innovative teaching approach.
The school has four campuses throughout the Milan area:
- ICS Symbiosis - Viale Ortles, 36
- ICS Tenca - Via Tenca, 2
- ICS Colletta - Via Colletta, 27
- ICS Milano2 - Strada di Spina ang. Via Fratelli Cervi, Segrate (MI)
ICS Milan offers an international curriculum driven by a desire for excellence in working methods and collaborative learning. The school is a centre for educational innovation built upon the fundamental principle of education as a preparation for playing an active and successful role within the international community.
The school embraces the values inherent in Italian heritage, culture and tradition whilst promoting international learning, cultural diversity, dialogue and respect for difference. ICS Milan fosters a sense of discovery and cultural understanding via teaching methods that are designed to develop observational and research skills, critical thinking and independent learning (Design Approach, STEAM and LEGO Education).
ICS Milan believes in teaching students to embrace creativity, responsibility, respect, diversity, compassion and shared values. Students are invited to develop a sound knowledge base and to reflect on and reassess their surroundings from a variety of perspectives.
Curriculum
ICS Milan offers a stimulating learning journey which is defined by a rich and well-structured curriculum that integrates the following frameworks:
EARLY YEARS
- The British Early Years Foundation Stage, a play-based framework, featuring the learning and development goals for young children from birth to five years.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
- The Cambridge Primary Programme, covering English and maths.
- The IPC - International Primary Curriculum, covering the topic-based subjects (science, social studies, geography, history, art and international mindedness).
- National recommendations for the curriculum as established by the Italian Ministry of Education for the Italian language and culture programme. In the 2016/17 academic year, ICS Milan was granted officially recognised school status (parità).
SECONDARY SCHOOL
ICS Secondary School has been designed to offer the IB Programme of the International Baccalaureate:
- Middle Years Programme for students from 11 to 16 years old.
- IB Diploma programme 17-18 years old.
As a Scuola Paritaria, our students have the flexibility to move between the Italian and international curriculum, opting to complete the Scuola Media and sit the Licenza Media exams with us, and move back to the Italian system for Liceo, or, to continue with us to complete their Scuola Superiore studies in 4 years alongside the IB, MYP and DP.
Globeducate
Since 2017 ICS Milan is a proud member of the Globeducate network, which operates in more than 51 international schools in Europe, the Americas and Asia. It is one of the four largest private school groups in the world with international presence, and the largest of its kind on the European continent with more than 25.000 students from over 60 different countries, and growing rapidly. Globeducate mission to prepare each student to become a global citizen that can shape the world is well-aligned to the student-centered approach at ICS Milan.
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