Primary Teacher
Azerbaijan British College
Azerbaijan
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2018
- Apply by:
- 19 April 2018
Job overview
Azerbaijan British College (ABC) (former name is the Baku Talents Education Complex) is recruiting a Primary Teacher to join our school for an August 2018 start.
We are looking for creative, enthusiastic teachers with a strong commitment to pastoral care for our Primary phase. Successful candidates must hold a UK (or equivalent) teaching qualification and will be responsible for the teaching, learning and pastoral care of a primary school class. A willingness to support extra-curricular activities is expected and the ability to use ICT in the classroom to enhance learning is essential.
The School
Established in 2013, ABC is a new, non-profit education initiative sponsored by Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company, SOCAR. The buildings are spacious and there is room for further expansion in the future. In addition to classrooms, there are well equipped laboratories, two computer laboratories, facilities for Art and Music, library, fully equipped theatre, indoor six-lane swimming pool, indoor sports hall and a large fitness room with the latest equipment, and a planetarium.
At present, the school has pupils from Nursery through to Year 12, and a year 13 class (second year of A-level) will open in September 2018. Pupils follow the curriculum of England and Wales, but with focus on an international outlook. Those whose nationality is Azerbaijani (about 80% of the current roll) must also fulfil the requirements of the national government regarding the study of their country’s history and language. The maximum class size is 18 pupils.
The Package
- Competitive tax-free salary
- Annual flight allowance.
- Housing allowance.
- Private medical insurance inside Azerbaijan.
- Free access to our gym and swimming pool.
- Relocation allowance.
- Working day approximately 8:00 to 16.00 Monday to Friday.
- Free lunch at school Monday - Friday
- Transportation to and from the nearest metro station Monday to Friday.
The right candidate will:
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Use in-depth knowledge of the 2014 National Curriculum to provide a relevant and challenging learning experience for all students
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Have knowledge and experience of using innovative pedagogical approaches within planning, teaching and learning
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Provide language rich learning environments to ensure rapid English language acquisition
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Ensure the children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment
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Maintain accurate formative and summative assessment records that link to all learning
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Provide critical analysis of the progress, intervention and achievement for all children
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Actively participate in and offer areas of staff CPD
Applications are warmly welcomed from suitably qualified candidates. The initial contract is for one year, in accordance with the country’s labour code, but can be renewed by mutual consent. As we cater to the needs of children from nearly 20 different countries, ABC has an international approach to teaching. We have qualified teachers with a wide international experience and various cultural backgrounds. Our teaching community currently consists of more than 80 members of staff from all five continents.
Candidates applying should have:
- A detailed CV with a current photograph including three references (unless you are NQT) with their professional email addresses and contact telephone numbers
- A teaching degree, such as a B.Ed., PGCE, PGDE or equivalent would be preferred.
- Minimum of 1 - 2 years of teaching experience, Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) are welcomed to apply as well.
- Candidates with previous work experience should provide reference letters.
- Applicants should be able to take up the position in the last decade of August 2018.
Interviews for short-listed applicants will be held in April 2018 via Skype.
To apply for this position, please send your CV, two reference letters (one of which should be your current/latest line manager) & photograph to hr@abc.edu.az by the 20th of April 2018.
We encourage candidates to apply early. We reserve the right to appoint a candidate earlier, should we receive applications from particularly well qualified applicants early in the process.
Attached documents
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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