Lower School Classroom Teacher (Lower Primary)

Join Our Learning Community at ISL!

Do you believe that each student has a distinct potential and that education should inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a comprehension of the global environment? Are you passionate about developing meaningful learning experiences that empower students to explore their world? If this aligns with your vision, we would be excited to connect with you.

As a teacher at our school, your influence will extend beyond the curriculum; you will shape how students engage with learning. You will design engaging, concept-driven lessons that ignite curiosity, encourage reflection, and help students connect their education to both local and global contexts.

Why Choose ISL?

At ISL, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive, and innovative community where:

• Learning thrives on curiosity, empathy, and connection.
• Educators are supported in their growth, reflection, and innovation.
• Students are empowered to articulate their voices and shape their futures.

In our school, we believe that learning is a deeply human experience. We aim to create environments where students feel valued, heard, and inspired to take ownership of their educational paths.

We emphasize inquiry, curiosity, and experiential learning. We are looking for educators who regard teaching as a relational, creative, and purposeful pursuit.

What You'll Do

As a Lower School Classroom Teacher (Lower Primary), your key responsibilities will include:

• Collaboratively designing and implementing inquiry-based, concept-driven, and project-based learning experiences in alignment with the IB PYP framework.
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment where every student feels a sense of belonging.
• Communicating effectively with families to nurture partnerships in the learning journey.
• Fostering learner agency, voice, and ownership of their education.
• Strategically using assessment and feedback to guide student progress and development.
• Building strong, respectful relationships with students to enhance their wellbeing.
• Collaborating with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary, concept-based, and innovative learning experiences.
• Actively engaging in a reflective, collaborative professional culture.
• Utilizing a Learning Management System to organize course materials, promote collaboration, and engage students.
• Contributing to the wellbeing and pastoral life of the school community.
• Cultivating a positive and inclusive classroom culture where all learners feel valued and supported.
• Participating in various aspects of school life, including parent evenings, community events, and extracurricular activities.
• Pursuing professional development opportunities and introducing fresh ideas into the classroom.
• Skillfully integrating AI to guide students while maintaining a human-centered approach that emphasizes ethical principles and responsible use, ensuring they possess the necessary knowledge, understanding, and skills to utilize AI to enhance their learning experience.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, particularly those whose nationality, identity, gender, or race is under-represented in international education.

Our commitment to safeguarding the wellbeing of children and young people is of utmost importance, and we expect all staff to uphold this commitment.

Profile: (training, experience, skills, and aptitudes necessary for the role)

• Demonstrates a strong dedication to inquiry-based, concept-driven, and project-based learning.
• Holds a minimum of two years of recent successful teaching experience in the PYP with students aged 6 to 8 (Lower Primary).
• Designs engaging and meaningful learning experiences that align with IB philosophy.
• Creates inclusive and responsive learning environments that address the needs of diverse learners through thoughtful differentiation.
• Actively promotes student agency, voice, and ownership of their learning.
• Purposefully utilizes assessment and feedback to guide student development.

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.