We are currently seeking an exceptional PYP Early Years Teacher to join our successful team at International College Spain.

The PYP Teacher enables all students to access and thrive within an inclusive international learning environment. Working collaboratively with teachers, families and specialist staff, the postholder provides targeted support for students developing English proficiency and those with additional learning needs. Through high-quality intervention, effective classroom collaboration and a commitment to inclusive practice, the successful candidate helps ensure every learner achieves their full academic, social and personal potential within the IB framework.

Candidates should be enthusiastic about teaching their subject to students in an international setting. Experience and familiarity with the PYP programme is essential. We are looking for someone who is passionate about their subject and international education and committed to ongoing professional growth and student learning.

THE SCHOOL

International College Spain is an international community school that is committed to providing every child with all they need to be successful in the futures.

The school was founded in 1980 by the late entrepreneur and philanthropist, Manouchehr Farhangi, and has grown to become one of the leading international IB Continuum schools in Europe.

One of the first schools in the world to provide all three IB programmes, our staff have a wealth of IB experience and knowledge leading not only to outstanding academic results but also to producing students who make a difference in the world. Our commitment to an IB education is reflected in the wealth of IBEN educators and IB trained staff at our school.

Our students come to us from over 70 different nations and our staff from over 30.

At ICS, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to promoting gender equality in all aspects of our operations, from recruitment and development to leadership opportunities and beyond.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Primary Teacher enables all students to access and thrive within an inclusive international learning environment. Working collaboratively with teachers, families and specialist staff, the postholder provides targeted support for students developing English proficiency and those with additional learning needs. Through high-quality intervention, effective classroom collaboration and a commitment to inclusive practice, the successful candidate helps ensure every learner achieves their full academic, social and personal potential within the IB framework.

Location: International College Spain

Reporting To: Early Years Coordinator

Other Key Relationships

- Department members and mainstream teachers
- Grade Level Leaders
- Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
- Parents
- Learning Assistants
- Administration and Maintenance staff

LEARNING AND TEACHING

- Plan collaboratively with a range of colleagues, for student learning
- Plan engaging units of enquiry, to be explored in depth
- Use assessment to drive the planning process
- Use a range and balance of teaching strategies
- Use a variety of resources to activate multiple perspectives
- Involve students in their own learning
- Deliver the curriculum relevant to the age and subject
- Be able to provide demonstrable evidence of the positive impact of teaching upon
- learning
- Use technology to enhance learning
- Deliver the school’s agreed syllabus and schemes of work
- Establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for students and establish a
- framework for discipline with a range of strategies, following the school’s behaviour
- guidelines.
- Deliver the school’s agreed syllabus and schemes of work
- Establish a safe,



purposeful and stimulating environment for students and establish a
- framework for discipline with a range of strategies, following the school’s behaviour
- guidelines.

TEACHING PLANNING AND CLAS MANAGEMENT

- Carry out teaching duties in accordance with the school’s schemes of work and the defined IB curriculum.
- Facilitate the learning of assigned students by planning teaching schemes and lessons which achieve progression of learning through:
- Understanding and applying a range of teaching strategies.
- Positively targeting and supporting individual learning needs – is aware of and makes provision for students who have particular needs e.g., SEN, the very able etc. Effectively mark and return (home)work in line with the school’s assessment policy, including feedback for improvement and progress for each student.
- Maintain rigorous and accurate records, including students’ attainment, attendance and homework set.
- Set targets for student attainment levels using prior achievement data.
- Preparing and keeping up to date “substitute” material in case of absence or illness.
- Using a variety of display techniques to showcase student learning both in and outside of the classroom and ensure displays are regularly updated and remain current; Understanding and applying effective classroom management including maintaining high levels of behaviour and discipline.
- Contributing to and engaging students in activities and learning events within NAE’s Global
- Classroom.
- Planning field trips where appropriate that meet learning objectives as well as broaden students’ experience.
- Play a full part in the on-going development of the school through participation in, curriculum development, programme planning, faculty committees, evaluation/accreditation processes and staff meetings.
- Provide the students a differentiated programme of instruction that incorporates appropriate challenges and high expectations of learners.
- Deliver the curriculum within the agreed framework and philosophy of the school.
- Share in the overall responsibility for the academic progress and personal development, health and safety, discipline and well-being of all students.
- Participate in meetings within the agreed time allowance at a level commensurate with the post.
- Any other appropriate duties as allocated by members of the school leadership team.

OTHER

Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting

- Assess and report upon student progress according to the School Assessment Policy.
- Use performance data to evaluate students' progress, engage students in their own learning through meaningful feedback and set appropriate targets for personal and student improvement.
- Use assessment data to inform planning and teaching.
- Report individual student’s progress to parents and school personnel through written reports and formal and informal conferences.
- Be punctual in meeting all deadlines.
- Contribute to curriculum reviews and improvement planning which supports school development and enhances student learning.

Pastoral Duties

- Develop a rapport with students in a professional manner, showing concern for individual student’s social and emotional needs and provide effective and proactive pastoral care for students in order to promote the general progress and well-being of individual students.
- Work with the relevant coordinator to support student welfare within the school’s systems and procedures.




- Record and report student attendance, encourage their attendance at all lessons and their participation in other aspects of school life.
- Alert appropriate staff to problems experienced by students and suggest recommendations as to how these may be resolved.
- Communicate, as appropriate, with parents of students after consultation with appropriate staff.
- Contribute to the Tutorial, Careers, Community and Service or Creativity Action and Service programmes where appropriate.
- Cover classes for another teacher as required and within policy defined limits.
- Carry out supervision duties on a rota basis

Other:

- Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school and company.
- Take account of wider curriculum developments and requirements within the relevant IB programme.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of good practice in teaching techniques and seek to engage in professional conversation within the school and the company through Nord Anglia University.
- Undertake professional development to enhance teaching and pupils' learning, identify impact, apply and share outcomes with colleagues.
- Contribute to the professional development of others, giving support and willingly sharing ideas and materials.
- Inspire trust and confidence in pupils and colleagues.
- Model and implement the ICS Code of Conduct in a consistent, firm and non- confrontational manner and contribute to the development and / or implementation of school policies, and whole school annual objectives.
- Promote the wider aspirations and values of the school to parents and students both current and prospective.
- Participate in and fully engage with the school’s performance management and appraisal process.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

- A degree in primary education is required for this position. As fair opportunities employer we will consider candidates from any country and university.
- C2 or native level of English is required.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for producing reports and presentations.
- Good cross-cultural, interpersonal and communication skills to interact with diverse nationalities and cultures.
- Excellent analytical skills – with the passion and drive to demonstrate and quantify success.
- Results orientated with the ability to consistently map efforts against identified KPIs.
- Excellent time management skills and flexibility in dealing with multi-functional tasks.
- You’d like to work in a purpose-led sector.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

- As our teammate, here’s what we expect:
- You love being part of a team – it’s what gets you up in the morning.
- You’ll run it like you own it – you take huge pride in your work and your relationships.
- You’re resilient – you’ll speak up and speak the truth.
- You get the job done – to outstanding levels of quality, every time and always to the deadline.
- You’re humble – you’ll know what you’re great at and where you’re not quite so strong.
- You’re a listener – you’ll hear what people say so you understand what’s being asked.
- You’re calm under pressure – you’ll keep cool when the going gets tough and know when to slow down your thinking.
- Entrepreneurial – you’ll always find opportunities to do things differently and better.

Tipo de puesto: Jornada completa, Contrato indefinido

Sueldo: 38.000,00€-45.000,00€ al año

Beneficios:

- Ayuda al desarrollo profesional
- Cesta de navidad
- Comidas en la empresa
- Cursos de idiomas ofertados
- Eventos de la empresa
- Gastos de reubicación
- Guardería
- Opción a contrato indefinido
- Ordenador de empresa
- Parking gratuito
- Programa de formación
- Protegido dental
- Seguro médico privado
- Ticket restaurante

Ubicación del trabajo: Empleo presencial

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