Grade 1 PYP Homeroom Teacher

Opportunity: 

 We seek a Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher who is passionate about nurturing young learners and developing their foundational academic skills within the IB PYP framework. In this role, you will create a safe, engaging, and inquiry-based environment that supports students in building their academic, social, and emotional skills. The ideal candidate will foster strong classroom management, promote respect and trust, and ensure students have a solid foundation for future learning.

As a Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher, you will be key in guiding students through a critical stage of their learning journey, encouraging curiosity, and helping them develop both academically and personally as they progress within the PYP framework.

 The Ideal Candidate Will: 

- Hold a recognised teaching qualification and relevant teaching experience in a primary setting 

- Have experience or be committed to working within the IB PYP framework, continuing to build their knowledge and expertise in inquiry-based learning 

- Demonstrate strong classroom management skills, creating a positive, structured environment where students feel safe and engaged

- Be passionate about developing foundational academic skills such as reading, writing, and numeracy in young learners

- Show a commitment to differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including those with learning differences

- Be a native-level English speaker or demonstrate near-native fluency

- Be flexible, collaborative, and excited to contribute to a growing and evolving school culture

- Integrate technology in meaningful ways to enhance student inquiry and learning

- Have experience working with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, fostering an inclusive classroom environment

- Engage in school-wide events, after-school activities, school clubs and collaborative meetings to contribute to the school community 

 What KEIS Offers: 

 - A supportive and collaborative team in a developing IB World School

 - Opportunities for professional growth and the chance to further develop expertise in the IB PYP framework

 - The opportunity to live in Košice, a vibrant city offering a rich cultural life, affordable living, and easy access to nature and seasonal outdoor activities

 - A school culture that values international-mindedness, lifelong learning, and community spirit

 - The chance to work with passionate educators from all around the world in a forward-thinking and innovative environment

 - A comprehensive relocation package that covers a single flight to Košice, two weeks of accommodation upon arrival, a bonus after completion of your first year, and administrative support with paperwork and visa requirements. Legal, banking, and healthcare registration assistance.  Free lunch on school days. 

Application Process: 

 To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and a Statement of Educational Philosophy (max 300 words) through TES that outlines: 

 - Your philosophy of teaching and learning

 - What draws you to international education and the IB approach

 - How would you foster strong foundational skills in young learners

 - How would you contribute to building a positive and collaborative classroom environment?