KS3, IGCSE and A-level English Teacher
Azerbaijan British College
Azerbaijan
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- USD $2,800 per month (Tax free salary,monthly accommodation allowance (600 manats), medical care, annual return flights, 70% reduction in school fee for all dependent children,56 days paid summer vacation, lunch, transportation, on site fitness))
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 17 December 2022
Job overview
Azerbaijan British College (ABC) is an independent, secular, coeducational, British-style through-school located in the beautiful capital city Baku, on the shore of the Caspian Sea. Lonely Planet describes Baku as ‘the love child of Paris and Dubai’, stating ‘Few cities in the world are changing so quickly and nowhere else in the Caucasus do East and West blend so seamlessly’. ABC is a flagship school, teaching the British National Curriculum to local and expatriate children. ABC is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan. We are also a fully accredited school by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the British Council of International Schools (COBIS). We are licensed to offer a range of qualifications from two largest International Examination Boards, Cambridge International Assessment (CIA) and Edexcel.
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English is a core subject for all ABC students. In Years 7-9 students prepare for Cambridge Checkpoint (English and English as a Second Language). In Years 10 -11 students follow the CAIE IGCSE First Language English and English as a Second Language syllabi. From Year 7, students are placed in ability-based groups. Class sizes are small; there are rarely more that 15 students in a class. The classrooms and department are well resourced and historically examination results have been above world averages. Teachers are collegial and there is a culture of sharing resources. Students who are less able to receive additional support in small groups or individually with EAL teachers.
REQUIRED
- Good level speaker of English.
- A ‘can do’ approach to work and a strong work ethic.
- Good organization skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and students.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience and IGCSE experience (and possibly A-level.)
- The ability to motivate and inspire students from a wide range of linguistic backgrounds
- The ability to form and maintain good working relations with colleagues.
- PGCE or recognized teaching qualification/license.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified Teacher Status
PREFERRED
- CAIE, Edexcel or other UK examination board experience
- Two or more years of relevant international experience
- Experience of COIS and COBIS accreditation
- ICT literacy
This position attracts a competitive tax-free salary, accommodation allowance, relocation allowance, medical insurance and annual return flights. The school has a growing roll, small class sizes, excellent facilities and generous holidays. Baku is a wonderful city, with a low cost of living, safe streets, and friendly locals. English is widely spoken and there is a vibrant outdoor social life. It is possible to make significant savings while you work here and there are excellent air, road and rail connections to other countries.
Interested candidates should apply by sending in a CV and cover letter of application by the 17th of December, 2022 to cv@abc.edu.az . We reserve the right to interview and offer before the closing date. If you feel you are suitable, we urge you to apply early.
The position is subject to DBS/Police checks and satisfactory references.
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About Azerbaijan British College
The School
Azerbaijan British College (ABC) is an independent, secular, coeducational, British-style through-school located in the beautiful capital city Baku, on the shore of the Caspian Sea.
Established in 2013, ABC is a new, non-profit education initiative sponsored by Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company, SOCAR.
In addition to classrooms, there are well-equipped laboratories, computer laboratories, facilities for Art and Music, a library, fully equipped theatre, a six-lane indoor swimming pool, an indoor sports hall and a large fitness room with the latest equipment.
At present, the school has pupils from Nursery through to Year 13. Pupils follow the curriculum of England and Wales, but those whose nationality is Azerbaijani (over 80% of the current roll) must also fulfill the requirements of the national government regarding the study of their country’s culture and language.
The maximum class size is 18 pupils and almost all classes are 90-95% full. In our kindergarten we have a total of three (3) teachers and teaching assistants in each class, whereas in primary, we have one teacher and one teaching assistant, in order to provide better attention to all students’ individual needs when necessary. In secondary we generally have one teacher per class only, but we frequently split the classes into smaller groups for some of the subjects, like mathematics, physics or English.
Accreditation & Inspections
ABC is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan. We are also a fully accredited school by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the British Council of International Schools (COBIS). We are licensed to offer a range of qualifications from two largest International Examination Boards, Cambridge International Assessment (CIA) and Edexcel.
ABC is also an invited member of the Black Sea Schools Group (BSS), which is an association of British accredited schools in our region. BSS organise meetings, competitions and opportunities to share best practice between the regions top accredited schools.
Inclusive Learning Services
Inclusive education at ABC is an approach that aims to involve everybody, and ensure no young learner feels excluded during their time spent at ABC. UNICEF clearly state that all children have the right to quality education and learning. We seek to embody this at ABC and provide all our learners with the help they need to fulfill their potential and cater to their particular needs. All our learners should make progress and feel included in our educational process.
Our inclusive learning services, alongside those of pastoral care, aim to see the child thrive in a supportive academic environment.
Applications
Applications are warmly welcomed from suitably experienced leaders. The initial contract is for one year, in accordance with the country’s labour code, but can be renewed by mutual consent.
Salaries are very competitive and are paid net of tax. The employment package includes accommodation, relocation allowance, healthcare insurance, and return flight.
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