Grade 1 PYP Homeroom Teacher
About This Role
Opportunity:
We seek a Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher who is passionate about nurturing young learners and developing their foundational academic skills within the IB PYP framework. In this role, you will create a safe, engaging, and inquiry-based environment that supports students in building their academic, social, and emotional skills. The ideal candidate will foster strong classroom management, promote respect and trust, and ensure students have a solid foundation for future learning.
As a Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher, you will be key in guiding students through a critical stage of their learning journey, encouraging curiosity, and helping them develop both academically and personally as they progress within the PYP framework.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Hold a recognised teaching qualification and relevant teaching experience in a primary setting
- Have experience or be committed to working within the IB PYP framework, continuing to build their knowledge and expertise in inquiry-based learning
- Demonstrate strong classroom management skills, creating a positive, structured environment where students feel safe and engaged
- Be passionate about developing foundational academic skills such as reading, writing, and numeracy in young learners
- Show a commitment to differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including those with learning differences
- Be a native-level English speaker or demonstrate near-native fluency
- Be flexible, collaborative, and excited to contribute to a growing and evolving school culture
- Integrate technology in meaningful ways to enhance student inquiry and learning
- Have experience working with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, fostering an inclusive classroom environment
- Engage in school-wide events, after-school activities, school clubs and collaborative meetings to contribute to the school community
What KEIS Offers:
- A supportive and collaborative team in a developing IB World School
- Opportunities for professional growth and the chance to further develop expertise in the IB PYP framework
- The opportunity to live in Košice, a vibrant city offering a rich cultural life, affordable living, and easy access to nature and seasonal outdoor activities
- A school culture that values international-mindedness, lifelong learning, and community spirit
- The chance to work with passionate educators from all around the world in a forward-thinking and innovative environment
- A comprehensive relocation package that covers a single flight to Košice, two weeks of accommodation upon arrival, a bonus after completion of your first year, and administrative support with paperwork and visa requirements. Legal, banking, and healthcare registration assistance. Free lunch on school days.
Application Process:
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and a Statement of Educational Philosophy (max 300 words) through TES that outlines:
- Your philosophy of teaching and learning
- What draws you to international education and the IB approach
- How would you foster strong foundational skills in young learners
- How would you contribute to building a positive and collaborative classroom environment?