Head of World Languages

Job Description:

The British International School of New York (BIS-NY) is a dynamic and nurturing community educating children in a stunning waterside campus in Manhattan.  We are proud to welcome families from around forty countries to our school, which delivers a distinct and innovative curriculum, combining the International Baccalaureate and English National Curriculum.  Alongside this rigorous and engaging curriculum, the school is also committed to providing a broad and inspiring wider programme in Sport, the Creative and Performing Arts and Community Service.  The warmth of relations across the school and close, constructive co-operation with families are other essential ingredients in what makes the school such a great place to work and learn.  September 2016 was the tenth anniversary of BIS-NY and this post arises because of the continued growth and development of the school.  The school opened a new Upper School programme from September 2018 offering Cambridge International IGCSE and A Level courses.  We are looking for talented, committed and enthusiastic individuals to join our exceptional team of staff and help make BIS-NY even better.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher of Spanish and/ or French to lead our strong and succesful Languages Department.  All students across the school follow a language learning programme from Nursery and will be encouraged to take a language at IGCSE level.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach across the school and ideally to have previous experience of teaching IGCSE and/or A Level.  The ability to contribute to the wider life of the school through clubs, trips or other activities will also be an advantage. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Foster a love of language learning in children 

• Work closely with subject teachers to develop the languages curriculum

• Model excellent practice within the department

• Teach French and/ or Spanish for A Level and university entrance

• Contribute to wider provision in the school to promote the study of languages

• Work with other subject heads and senior staff to develop the whole school provision n languages

Person Specifications:

• Genuine passion for the subject and ability to share energy and infectious enthusiasm for learning with students

• Qualified teacher

• Experience in teaching IGCSE and/or A Level

• Excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school

• Have the ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload

• An interest in and understanding of how children learn a foreign language

• The enthusiasm to work with staff of all year groups to promote these subjects throughout the school

• Flexible and able to use own initiative

• Well organised with good time management skills

• Good ICT skills and committed to its use in class teaching

• Ability to offer the second language to at least Middle School will be an advantage 

• International perspective 

• Knowledge of IB and/or English National Curriculum 

Why work at BIS-NY?

Combining the IB, English National Curriculum and Cambridge International Examinations, BIS-NY ‘s unique curriculum inspires and challenges our students to develop a love of learning and develop as balanced individuals, academically successful and willing to take risks to face the challenges of an ever changing world of the 21st century.

Our students and teachers come from all walks of life, but the enthusiasm they share for learning and teaching helps to foster a unique sense of community that celebrates and thrives on diversity.

The British International School of New York is an IB World School authorised to teach both the PYP and MYP and we are looking to recruit creative and dynamic teachers who can model the IB Learner Profile and will contribute to the daily life of a diverse international community. 

A strong commitment to collaboration and being part of a team is essential for those interested in applying to be part of our school community.

Terms:

● Generous salary commensurate with experience.

● Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with employer match.

● Lunch is provided free of charge.

● Subject to fingerprinting and background check.

● Up to $2000 annual contribution to Professional Development costs.

● The post becomes available from September 2020.

The British International School of New York is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. All appointments are also subject to the receipt of satisfactory references.

Please be sure to upload a CV and covering letter.