Learning Support Teacher

International School of Belgrade

www.isb.rs

Seeks: Learning Support Teacher (Whole School)

Effective: Summer 2022

The International School of Belgrade seeks to appoint an energetic, passionate and experienced Learning Support Teacher to work across the whole school as part of our Student Support Services team. The successful person will be forward thinking, committed to being truly learning focused, passionate about the IB, dedicated to inclusion and all students having equitable access to the curriculum. 

THE SCHOOL

The International School of Belgrade (ISB) is an independent, non-profit, co-educational day school serving the needs of the Belgrade expatriate community.  The school was founded in 1948; today, ISB’s two campuses, within only a few minutes walking distance of each other, are located in Belgrade’s beautiful suburb of Senjak. Enrollment is 400 representing 52 nationalities. Growth is planned over the coming years as we plan towards our new purpose-built campus.

ISB is an IB World School authorized to offer the PYP, MYP and DP. Our international faculty is highly experienced and qualified and we put a great emphasis on their continual learning. Co-curricular activities are offered at all levels, and as a fully involved member of CEESA, a wide range of athletics and activities are offered throughout the region for middle and high school students.

This is an exciting time to be part of our team. We are adopting a truly ‘learning focused’ approach to everything we do. We are the global pilot school for the new combined protocols for the IB 2020 standards and NEASC ACE Learning Principles.

We strive to be an inclusive school where all students have equitable access to the curriculum. We believe this is the responsibility of all members of our faculty. The Learning Support Teachers work as part of the wider Student Support Services team supporting our goal of ensuring all children have the opportunity to be successful. The Learning Support Team works across the whole school, working with students and their class/subject teachers to support their learning as well as delivering specific interventions for students based on their individual needs and goals. 

School facilities include a purpose-built facility on the Secondary School campus that houses science labs, classrooms and a gymnasium. Classrooms are well equipped and the school is generously resourced.  Beautiful, shady trees and gardens provide an attractive setting for the school’s renovated villas and modern buildings.

The School is governed by a very supportive Board of Trustees.

Detailed information about the school and its policies can be found on our website: www.isb.rs.

ISB MISSION STATEMENT

ISB is a collaborative learning community that inspires, equips and empowers its students to succeed and contribute positively to society.

ISB CORE VALUES

The Mission and everyday interactions at ISB are firmly grounded in, and supported by, the ISB Core Values of: Respect, Responsibility, Empathy, and Integrity.

THE POSITION

The Learning Support Teacher is responsible to the Leader of Learning for Student Support Services and the Principals. 

More, specifically, the Learning Support Teacher is expected to:

Work as part of the wider Student Support Services team.

Be passionate about inclusion and ensuring all students have equitable access to the curriculum.

Purposefully create a collaborative culture with students, teachers and parents and where necessary external agencies.

Support and Guide teachers in understanding and identifying student individual needs, as well as analyzing student data to provide further insight into strengths and challenges. 

Support students to understand their specific needs and be able to advocate for themselves and foster an environment where students take ownership of their own decision making.

Create and develop individual learning plans, including the ISB Learner Profile in collaboration with students, parents and faculty staff.

Facilitate professional learning opportunities for staff, related to inclusion and specific learning differences.

Support individual students and their families with support outside of school, including external evaluations. 

Inspire trust and confidence in students, colleagues and parents;

Communicate effectively with students, faculty, parents, colleagues, and the broader community.

Ensure that all resources are utilized effectively to have the biggest impact.

Lead your own learning and professional growth as a committed life-long learner.

 PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate will be expected to meet some, if not all, of the following criteria:

A recognized degree and/or qualifications in the field of Special Educational Needs.

Experience within a Learning Support Department in an IB school.

Experience in working with external agencies. 

Sound knowledge of the IB (PYP, MYP and/or DP).

Experience in using a range of assessment tools and analyzing data.

Fluency in the English language.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work within a team; positive attitude; growth mindset; and a sense of humor.

Be motivated by participating fully in all aspects of school life. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The package for the position is competitive and commensurate with the responsibilities of this position, as well as the required experience and qualifications. Benefits include:

Furnished housing

Paid utilities

Round-trip air fare for administrator and dependents

Shipping allowance

Free tuition at ISB for two school-age direct dependents

Health plan

Life and disability insurance coverage

Pension plan, bereavement leave, personal and sick leave

Two-year contract, renewable

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications for all open positions will be reviewed and processed as they are received. As such there is no fixed closing date, other than when we have found the right candidate. Letters of interest should be addressed to Andrew Derry at isb@isb.rs 

Interviews will be conducted virtually. 

We are committed to the safety and well-being of our children. Any offer of employment will be conditional on successful global background checks that will include criminal checks as well as safeguarding checks with previous employers.

Additional information about the International School of Belgrade can be found on the school’s website at www.isb.rs.