PYP Teacher (Upper Elementary)

ABA is the first and only school in Muscat, Oman offering three International Baccalaureate programmes, where the focus is on an academically challenging, global education. We are an international school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 with over 75 nationalities represented. ABA is grounded in its mission to deliver an international education of the highest quality to enable students to be confident, responsible, caring, life-long learners.

We are a strong community-minded team at ABA with a big heart and a strong work ethic. We are looking for individuals who share in our passion for preparing outstanding citizens who will contribute to the world through leadership, a commitment to service, and an understanding that we are all responsible for our communities’ future. 

We are delighted to share the following opportunity:

PYP TEACHER (UPPER ELEMENTARY)

Position overview

ABA seeks a talented and inspiring elementary teacher with experience and current knowledge of the IB Primary Years Programme who can commit to our school's Mission, Vision and Values. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning and student agency. The role will involve joining a team of two other grade level teachers and Teaching Assistants to co-plan and co-teach an effective programme. 

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment that promotes student agency
• Develop and build on strong, positive relationships with each student and their family
• Encourage student engagement through learning provocations and a responsive approach to student interests.
• Gather and organise evidence of learning for each student over time to document and communicate each child’s learning journey
• Use evidence of learning to plan appropriate learning opportunities within the PYP framework.
• Collaborate closely with the Teaching Assistant and other members of the grade-level team
• Contribute to the broader professional learning community, and school life beyond the classroom

Experience

The successful candidate will:

• have proven experience as an elementary teacher in an inquiry-based learning environment
• have international teaching experience, preferably in a PYP school
• demonstrate a commitment to personal, professional learning and growth
• have the skills to teach in distance, blended and face to face contexts

ABA Oman International School offers a comprehensive total compensation package.   This is a rare opportunity to work with a fantastic community of professionals that makes up our ABA Community.  Interested candidates should submit their application using the link provided on our website. Applications sent via other channels will not be accepted.

This position will remain open until filled. If this posting remains active on our website, we will continue to accept applications.  We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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