HOMEROOM TEACHER (LOWER SCHOOL)
Brookes MoscowTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed12 December 2025
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
JOB IDENTITY
Location: Brookes Moscow, Russia
Reports to: Head of Primary
The Lower School (PK3-Grade 5) Homeroom Teacher employs a dynamic and cooperative approach to guide, nurture, and educate their homeroom students.
An effective educator is dedicated to student-centered learning, develops curriculum experiences that connect various subjects, cultivates a sense of belonging within the classroom, and aids each student in achieving their fullest academic and personal potential.
Partnership and communication are fundamental in interactions with students, families, and staff throughout the school community. The Lower School Homeroom Teacher exemplifies our mission and core values in every aspect of their role, empowering students to grow into compassionate global citizens.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and deliver instruction in key subjects (English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies) in accordance with American Common Core or equivalent standards.
• Create engaging units that incorporate inquiry, project-based learning, interdisciplinary connections, and hands-on activities.
• Design and implement an age-appropriate curriculum that merges all subject areas, including Mathematics, Language Arts, and Social Studies.
• Differentiate assignments and assessments to cater to diverse learners, including EAL students and those needing extra support.
• Utilize both informal and formal assessments (such as rubrics, quizzes, writing portfolios, and MAP data if applicable) to inform teaching practices.
• Foster positive classroom behavior through effective discipline strategies, established routines, restorative practices, and clear expectations.
• Attend and engage in team meetings, divisional gatherings, and all-school events.
• Maintain open communication with families via newsletters, meetings, conferences, and learning updates.
• Collaborate with specialist teachers (Art, Music, PE, Languages) to ensure continuity and shared educational objectives.
• Take part in curriculum alignment, grade-level planning, and school-wide initiatives.
• Lead or assist with extracurricular clubs, field trips, celebrations, and assemblies.
• Ensure that the classroom environment is clean, safe, and well-organized.
• Supervise students during meals, playtime, naptime, and transitions.
• Contribute to Lower School events, celebrations, and seasonal activities.
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Teaching license/certification is mandatory.
• 2–3 years of experience in Lower School teaching is required; experience with the American curriculum is preferred.
• Solid understanding of literacy instruction (guided reading, writing workshop, grammar, phonics) and conceptual mathematics teaching.
• Strong ability to support EAL learners and knowledge of language acquisition processes.
• Excellent communication skills and empathy when working with young children.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multicultural environment.
• High levels of patience, creativity, and emotional resilience, along with a strong awareness of safeguarding.
• Qualities of patience, optimism, compassion, enthusiasm, and empathy.
• Conflict resolution skills for managing disagreements among children.
• Creative approach to planning engaging and innovative lessons.
• Capacity to serve as a positive role model for young minds.
BENEFITS
• Attractive salary and a comprehensive compensation package.
• Annual performance-based and retention bonuses.
• Fully furnished accommodation provided.
• Relocation assistance, including visa sponsorship and travel allowances.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• Complimentary daily meals.
Location: Brookes Moscow, Russia
Reports to: Head of Primary
The Lower School (PK3-Grade 5) Homeroom Teacher employs a dynamic and cooperative approach to guide, nurture, and educate their homeroom students.
An effective educator is dedicated to student-centered learning, develops curriculum experiences that connect various subjects, cultivates a sense of belonging within the classroom, and aids each student in achieving their fullest academic and personal potential.
Partnership and communication are fundamental in interactions with students, families, and staff throughout the school community. The Lower School Homeroom Teacher exemplifies our mission and core values in every aspect of their role, empowering students to grow into compassionate global citizens.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and deliver instruction in key subjects (English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies) in accordance with American Common Core or equivalent standards.
• Create engaging units that incorporate inquiry, project-based learning, interdisciplinary connections, and hands-on activities.
• Design and implement an age-appropriate curriculum that merges all subject areas, including Mathematics, Language Arts, and Social Studies.
• Differentiate assignments and assessments to cater to diverse learners, including EAL students and those needing extra support.
• Utilize both informal and formal assessments (such as rubrics, quizzes, writing portfolios, and MAP data if applicable) to inform teaching practices.
• Foster positive classroom behavior through effective discipline strategies, established routines, restorative practices, and clear expectations.
• Attend and engage in team meetings, divisional gatherings, and all-school events.
• Maintain open communication with families via newsletters, meetings, conferences, and learning updates.
• Collaborate with specialist teachers (Art, Music, PE, Languages) to ensure continuity and shared educational objectives.
• Take part in curriculum alignment, grade-level planning, and school-wide initiatives.
• Lead or assist with extracurricular clubs, field trips, celebrations, and assemblies.
• Ensure that the classroom environment is clean, safe, and well-organized.
• Supervise students during meals, playtime, naptime, and transitions.
• Contribute to Lower School events, celebrations, and seasonal activities.
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Teaching license/certification is mandatory.
• 2–3 years of experience in Lower School teaching is required; experience with the American curriculum is preferred.
• Solid understanding of literacy instruction (guided reading, writing workshop, grammar, phonics) and conceptual mathematics teaching.
• Strong ability to support EAL learners and knowledge of language acquisition processes.
• Excellent communication skills and empathy when working with young children.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multicultural environment.
• High levels of patience, creativity, and emotional resilience, along with a strong awareness of safeguarding.
• Qualities of patience, optimism, compassion, enthusiasm, and empathy.
• Conflict resolution skills for managing disagreements among children.
• Creative approach to planning engaging and innovative lessons.
• Capacity to serve as a positive role model for young minds.
BENEFITS
• Attractive salary and a comprehensive compensation package.
• Annual performance-based and retention bonuses.
• Fully furnished accommodation provided.
• Relocation assistance, including visa sponsorship and travel allowances.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• Complimentary daily meals.