Description
ISP Elementary Head Teacher Role Profile
Purpose of Role
Teach and assess the subjects of History, Geography, Science and Language Arts as the English Teacher of the group. Lead the group not only as the most important academic figure in the classroom but as the point of contact for the rest of the teachers that interact with the group and for the parents. Provide close social and emotional follow-up to each of the students of the group.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP Elementary Head Teacher Key Responsibilities
- Teach and assess the subjects of History, Geography, Science and Language Arts.
- Create weekly lesson plans in collaboration with the other teachers of the grade for all the subjects that are taught.
- Give close and timely social and academic follow-up to each of the students of the group.
- Establish and maintain clear and constant communication with the parents or guardians of every student of the class.
- Perform active guard duties when assigned.
- Create original digital materials to present the content of the subjects that are taught to the students.
- Ensure and promote the physical and emotional well-being of every student in the classroom.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Studies: Bachelor’s Degree in Pedagogy, Education, Language Teaching or similar.
- Technological Skills: Basic knowledge of Office tools. Basic knowledge of the GSuite for Education.
- Other knowledge: Safeguarding and child protection.
- Languages: B2 or C1 English
- Required Experience: 3 years as a full-time classroom teacher of kids.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
