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Upper Elementary Teacher

Benjamin Franklin International School

Cataluna

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Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
18 August 2026
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14 May 2026

Job overview

BFIS Elementary School

Early Childhood and Elementary School Teacher

Summary

Early Childhood and Elementary teachers at BFIS will be lifelong learners who collaborate, who deeply value student-centered teaching and learning, and who reflect on their practice with other colleagues. The BFIS curricular programme has been designed, and will evolve over time, to best meet the learning needs of a diverse group of students who are both local and international, and includes students who have English as an additional language as well as students with learning enrichment needs. Teachers will be up-to-date with research based practice to support students and collaborate with other teachers. BFIS believes that there is a very real need for humans to develop ways to solve environmental and societal problems that make the world a better place. Learning how to creatively solve problems for action and impact is fundamental to our philosophy as is the nurturing of a caring and compassionate community of adults and young people.

Directly Reports to: Head of Elementary School or Associate Head of Elementary School

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Instructional Planning and Preparation: The lead teacher collaboratively plans with colleagues, using the school’s curriculum, effective strategies, resources, and data to meet the needs of all students. This includes participation in coaching cycles, data meetings, problem-solving meetings, etc. The lead teacher schedules and attends regular planning meetings, sharing ideas and planning units and lessons accordingly. Lesson objectives and plans are prepared and provided to the associate teacher to help guide any small group or individual instruction. Directions are provided to the associate teacher regarding classroom preparation for learning.

2. Instructional Delivery: The lead teacher effectively engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies in order to meet individual learning needs. Whole group, small group, and individual instruction is regularly provided to students through both inquiry-based learning and direct instruction. The Multi-Tiered Systems of Support framework is implemented, recognizing the need for core instruction in academic, social, emotional, and behavioral areas, with additional strategies and interventions provided as needed.

3. Assessment of/for Learning: The lead teacher systematically gathers, analyzes, and uses data to measure student progress, guide instruction, and provide timely feedback to both students and parents. Communication with parents about student learning is ongoing and proactive, through meetings, written communication, and student progress reports.

4. Behavior Management: The lead teacher will actively supervise students at lunch, patio, and classroom times, as well as transitions. Using a positive discipline and Responsive Classroom approach, student behavior will be addressed through teaching, reteaching, and redirection in positive ways. Child protection and safeguarding will be at the forefront of all decisions and actions.

5. Learning Environment: The lead teacher considers the environment the “Third Teacher” using resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe and organized student-centered experience. The lead teacher will ensure the classroom environment follows school safety expectations.

6. Professionalism: The lead teacher maintains a commitment to professional ethics, international mindedness, and the school’s mission; and takes responsibility for and participates in professional growth that results in the enhancement of student learning. The lead teacher possesses the ability to work well independently and as part of a team, and can adapt to change in a fast-paced environment. The lead teacher will engage in behaviors supportive of creating and maintaining a positive learning community, such as demonstrating a passion for learning, modeling a willingness to take risks and showing respect through maintaining high expectations for oneself and others.

7. Student Progress: The work of the teacher results in acceptable and measurable student progress

8. Other Duties: Participate in lunch and playground supervision, collaborative planning meetings, and other duties as scheduled. Take on additional responsibilities as directed by the Elementary Principal or Associate Elementary Principal.

Candidate Requirements
  • A recognized degree in early childhood or elementary education
  • High level of English proficiency required
  • At least 2 years' experience teaching early childhood or elementary students within an international or American curriculum school
  • Current in professional practices, information technologies, and educational research
  • Knowledge and experience of delivering an inquiry based curriculum (play-based, project-based, problem-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired, etc.)
  • A collaborative teacher who values teamwork
  • Spanish language proficiency ( Desirable)
  • Ability to contribute to the wider life of the school community











































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About Benjamin Franklin International School

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  • Benjamin Franklin International School
  • Martorell i Peña 9
  • Barcelona
  • 08017
  • Spain

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Benjamin Franklin International School (BFIS) is a co-educational school for Nursery through age 18 year old children in Barcelona, Spain. The school incorporates a differentiated U.S curriculum from Nursery to Grade 10, and an academic programme offering the  International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It also confers an American High School Diploma to successful graduates and a Spanish High School Bachillerato to those students who have also completed local requirements. The school was founded in 1986, and now has over 700 students on its roll from over 50 nationalities.  33% of students are International, 33% are U.S Citizens and 33% are Spanish . Extra-curricular and co-curricular activities at BFIS include Student Council, Model United Nations, Math Team, Music, Drama, Dance, Robotics, Yoga, and Language Clubs.  The school recently opened brand new Secondary facilities.

BFIS has an enviable location close to the city but on the edge of the Collserola forest with amazing views overlooking the sea. It is a great location to set the stage for outdoor learning and service opportunities.

All qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant teaching experience (except for Associate positions). BFIS is actively committed to employing a diverse workforce. We practice a full non-discriminatory policy in all school-administered programs and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, national and ethnic origin, age, refugee status, disability, religion or sexual orientation in any our admissions, educational and employment policies, programs, and practices. Staff representing non-European cultures and heritages are encouraged to apply. Experience in International Education is not necessary. Simply, we are looking for great teachers that represent a diversity of experiences and viewpoints.

Head of School

Lila Jorge 

Mission

Stimulate creativity and curiosity, Build a sense of community, Create Future Ready Learners and Inspire Joy. 

Core Values

Adaptability, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity and Joy. 

Vision

We seek to strategically nurture collaborative individuals connected to the world around them who are empowered to design innovative solutions to complex problems to create a better world.

Global transformation requires a transformation in the way we think about education. We are encountering increasingly complex problems like climate change, economic and political instability, famine, conflict, and mass migration. These problems are not confined by and cannot be solved within, national borders. In September 2015, 193 World Leaders ratified 17 Global Goals. Achieving the Global Goals is the challenge of a new generation of young people. The Global Goals are deeply relevant to the learning landscape that we create at BFIS.

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