The role

At BFIS, we want students who can reason through complex problems. The Secondary Mathematics Teacher delivers a concept-based, inquiry-driven curriculum aligned with Common Core Mathematics Standards, taught within the IB MYP framework, and teaches the IB-prescribed curriculum for those assigned to Diploma Programme math courses.

Antes de solicitar este puesto, por favor, lea la siguiente información sobre esta oportunidad que encontrará a continuación.

BFIS teachers are collaborative and reflective. They make student thinking visible, build lessons around problem-solving and productive struggle rather than pace, and design experiences that work for a diverse student body, including bilingual and multilingual learners and students with learning enrichment needs. Teaching here is grounded in research-based practice, with real attention to depth over breadth and to students developing confidence and a genuine sense of themselves as capable mathematicians.

The position reports directly to the Principal, Associate Principal and Learning Leader.

Key responsibilitiesTeaching and Learning

- Plan and deliver concept-driven math learning experiences aligned with the IB MYP framework and, where assigned, the DP curriculum.
- Design units of inquiry that connect key and related math concepts, global contexts, and ATL skills, in alignment with Common Core Mathematics Standards.
- Build daily lessons around reasoning, multiple representations, and mathematical discourse rather than rote procedure.
- Differentiate instruction so students with learning enrichment needs receive appropriate support and students ready for greater challenge are extended.




- Use technology purposefully to support math learning.
- Create a classroom where student thinking is visible and developed through discussion and collaboration.

Assessment and Feedback
- Assess student learning against MYP and DP criteria and provide timely, specific feedback.
- Design and use formative and summative assessments that shape subsequent instruction.
- Record assessment data accurately and on time in divisional systems and use it to track progress.
- Complete report cards, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences on schedule.
- Work with colleagues to examine student work and assessment data, identify patterns, and adjust instruction accordingly.

Collaboration and Professional Practice
- Plan, reflect, and refine teaching practice together with colleagues.
- Contribute to a professional learning community built on honest, evidence-based dialogue.
- Take part in curriculum development and interdisciplinary work where mathematics adds real value.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with student records and colleague information.

Student Support and Wellbeing
- Build relationships with students that make the classroom feel safe, inclusive, and respectful.
- Support math language development alongside conceptual understanding for multilingual learners.




- Communicate clearly with students, parents, and colleagues to support student success.
- Follow BFIS child protection and safeguarding policies and complete required safeguarding training.

Contribution to School Life
- Take part in school events, activities, and initiatives connected to the BFIS mission.
- Support mathematics-related co-curricular activities, including math club or competitions.
- Take on additional duties as assigned by the Principal or Associate Principal.

Requirements
- Recognized teaching qualification in mathematics or a related field, or a teaching degree with a relevant postgraduate qualification.
- Valid teaching certification or credential (required).
- Minimum 3–4 years of classroom teaching experience in mathematics.
- Master’s degree in a closely related field (preferred).
- Experience teaching within an international and/or IB MYP or DP context (preferred).
- Genuine commitment to international mindedness, belonging, and general citizenship.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver inquiry-based math lessons that emphasize depth over breadth.
- Comfortable using student work and assessment data to adjust instruction.
- Ability to support diverse learners, including bilingual and multilingual students and students with learning enrichment needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Spanish or additional language proficiency (desirable).

All teachers are expected to serve as advisors or FLEX teachers, schedule permitting. xqbhyrx Additional duties may be assigned by school leadership as needed.

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