Secondary Mathematics Teacher Maternity Cover

Teachers at ICS are responsible for ensuring that their practice inside and outside the classroom is in harmony with the educational philosophy of the school. All teachers are members of departmental, grade level, and secondary teams and as such share responsibility for positively supporting school change as outlined in the school’s strategic plan.

Teachers need to demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining a collaborative culture within the school. In addition, they need to embody an understanding of the social and emotional dimensions of learning.

For the time between October 2023 (or earlier) and the end of June 2024, we are looking for maternity cover in our Mathematics Department. This position is temporary and the contract will end in June 2024.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Teaching and Learning

• Deliver engaging and interactive Mathematics lessons to students in Grades 6 to 12, following the IB MYP and DP curricula.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the diverse needs of students in your classes and construct learning activities that challenge and inspire them.
• Utilize technology effectively to enhance learning experiences and support the school's digital learning initiatives.
• Manage the classroom environment effectively, taking into account the academic, social, and emotional dimensions of learning.

2. Assessment and Reporting

• Ensure that formative and summative assessments are aligned with learning objectives, providing timely and relevant feedback to students.
• Attend Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences as a means to provide comprehensive feedback on student progress, attainment, and learning targets.
• Maintain communication with parents, keeping them informed about their children's learning and being proactive in addressing any concerns.
• Accurately record and report student progress according to school procedures.

3. Curriculum development

• Ensure curriculum plans are up-to-date.
• Liaise with the Head of Department and IB Coordinators to ensure that programme requirements are met within the classes taught.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of interdisciplinary curriculum projects, fostering a holistic educational experience for students.

4. Social and emotional aspects of learning as a teacher and tutor

• Support the social and emotional well-being of students, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Act as a tutor and teach the Personal Development Programme to the assigned class, nurturing the holistic development of students.
• Inform, in a timely manner that allows for early intervention, tutors and the Secondary Pastoral Leadership Team about issues of concern related to student welfare, achievement and behaviour.
• Participate in student recognition processes, including assemblies, academic awards ceremonies, and extracurricular activities.

5. Supporting the collaborative culture at ICS

• Actively contribute to the collaborative culture of the school by participating in team meetings and Secondary School meetings.
• Adhere to Secondary School deadlines and assist, as required, with covering classes for absent colleagues.
• Assist in the administration of exams to ensure a smooth assessment process.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the school experience for learners by participating in extracurricular activities and the field trip program.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current classroom teacher qualification to teach Mathematics.
• Minimum 4 years of recent and relevant Secondary School classroom experience.
• Knowledge and experience of the IB DP and MYP programmes.
• Experience in an international school environment is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Competence in using technology for both learning and information management purposes.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Knowledge of the developmental needs of children of 12 - 18 years.
• Empathy and social skills.

Terms and Conditions

A truly international experience in a dynamic and positive environment.

Experience an IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme curriculum. Attractive salary and benefits.

Applications should be addressed to:

Interested candidates should email a full letter of application, a statement of personal educational philosophy, a detailed resume/curriculum vitae, and three referees. The Head of School reserves the right to apply directly to the writers of open testimonials for confidential statements.

Applications should be addressed in PDF format to:

Ms. Lucy Gowdie

Head of School

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.