IB DP Computer Science Teacher

Overview 

LETOVO School is a non-profit co-educational independent boarding school for grade 7-11. Founded in 2018, Letovo offers a world-class bilingual education to exceptionally gifted and motivated students from across Russia. Having adopted a need-blind admission policy, Letovo seeks to establish an all-inclusive community, educating a new generation of socially conscious, internationally minded Russian and world citizens. 

Letovo boarding School was rated №1 by Global IB Schools 2022 with the average graduate's score being 43. 

The School is located in a new suburban district of Moscow. Letovo campus perfectly fits into the natural landscape characteristic of central Russia. Near the school there is a pond, a river and a beautiful pine forest which is used for both academic, sports and leisure activities. 

About the role

We look for a qualified and dynamic IB DP Computer Science Teacher with a proficient level of English who is internationally minded with a demonstrable passion for and deep understanding of Letovo School vision, mission and values. 

Key tasks 

• To teach IB DP Computer Science classes to the secondary school students aged 16-17

• Demonstrate consistently high expectations of all students and a commitment to raising their achievement and social and emotional well-being. Promote the positive values, attitudes and behaviour expected from all students by treating them with respect and consideration

• Plan, deliver and review lessons in accordance with the school’s Teacher Standards incorporating the International Baccalaureate’s philosophy regarding Approaches to Teaching and Learning

• In consultation with the Subject Leader and Programme Coordinator, plan, design and produce unit plans, teaching materials and resources that are appropriate to IB Programme and grade, incorporating IB published documentation, rubrics and guides. All materials to be uploaded onto the school’s Managebac system

• Demonstrate a capacity to design materials that are differentiated and extended appropriately to meet the age, programme, and ability of students

• Assess, record and report on the attendance, development, attainment, progress and approaches to learning of all students according to the given deadlines

• Provide timely, detailed and constructive feedback on all formative and summative assessments via Managebac

• Attend full staff and departmental meetings and actively participate within them

• Participate in departmental moderation and standardisation of student work. Retain marked and moderated samples of student assessments

• Manage the classroom and make effective use of teaching resources to create a positive learning environment. Maintain a safe, clean, tidy and healthy environment that supports the physical, social and emotional well-being of all students

• Report student and welfare concerns to the Head of Development and Innovations, and the Programme Coordinator. 

• Implement the school’s policies regarding Academic Honesty, Assessment, Language and Special Educational Needs

• Enforce school rules relating to behaviour, and health and safety

• Complete all tasks related to assessment (internal and external assessment components), feedback, teaching and learning in (insert subject) according to the official IBO subject guide and the Letovo Internal Calendar

Requirements 

• B.Sc/Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Science related disciplines 

• B. Ed, Bachelors with Teaching Qualification, M. Ed, PGCE or PGDE or similar teaching qualification 

• Proficient level of English speaker required

• Minimum 3-5 years of IBDP teaching experience in strong IB schools

• Experience as a Computer Science examiner in the subject preferred

• Strong teaching experience of students in the middle and diploma years’ age group 

• Experience of teaching gifted and talented students 

• Outstanding student results 

The successful candidate will be

• Well-organized, approachable and proactive 

• Collaborative and team-player 

• Should demonstrate interest in student development, enthusiasm and subject knowledge 

• Well-motivated and responsible 

• Passionate about teaching 

• Effective written and verbal communicator in English

• Inspire, encourage and lead students to ensure that they are motivated and enjoy participating in lessons and are given appropriate and ample opportunities to develop their potential in a positive, innovative and effective working environment 

We offer

• Highly competitive remuneration

• Initial appointment for two years and thereafter annually renewable

• 71 days of paid leave

• Accommodation on campus (staff apartment)

• Visa support 

• Return flights home once a year (holiday time)

• Reimbursement of relocation expenses

• Medical insurance (including dental treatment)

Why teachers consider Letovo School?

• Outstanding opportunity to be involved in the unique school for exceptionally gifted and motivated students from across Russia

• A very well resourced and high performing School 

• A team of highly caliber teachers 

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression 

• Competitive compensation package 

• 24/7-hour support

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. A criminal record check shall be required for all successful applicants.