MYP Design Teacher at Ntare Louisenlund International School in Rwanda
About This Role
Become part of the innovative community at Ntare Louisenlund International School, located in the vibrant heart of Rwanda!
We are in search of a passionate and visionary MYP Humanities Language and Literature Teacher to enhance our expanding boarding school family. If you are dedicated to inquiry-based learning, conceptual understanding, and helping students recognize mathematics as a key tool for comprehending the world, we would be eager to connect with you.
This full-time role involves teaching Design within the framework of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP).
Why choose Ntare Louisenlund?
Nestled in the picturesque and culturally abundant Bugesera District of Rwanda, Ntare Louisenlund provides a nurturing, forward-thinking atmosphere where creativity, innovation, and student empowerment are central to the educational experience. Our cutting-edge campus is specifically designed to promote excellence for both learners and educators within a modern, holistic educational environment.
Please note: While IB MYP certification is preferred, it is not mandatory, as comprehensive IB training and professional development will be offered.
Your Role and Responsibilities
In your capacity as an MYP Teacher, you will:
• Encourage students to think critically, reason logically, and apply their mathematical knowledge to real-world situations.
• Guide students through stimulating units anchored in conceptual inquiry and global themes.
• Cultivate a learning space that prioritizes collaboration, communication, and creativity alongside rigorous skill enhancement.
You will:
• Create and implement differentiated lessons utilizing blended, student-centered methodologies.
• Integrate problem-solving, modeling, and real-life data into everyday instruction.
• Employ the GRASPS framework for authentic summative assessment tasks.
• Support students in self-reflection, self-regulation, and academic accountability.
• Work with a highly motivated student body, primarily consisting of nationally selected scholarship recipients, offering a distinct chance to influence exceptional learners in significant and enduring ways.
Your Qualifications
We seek educators who:
• Are reflective, collaborative, and oriented toward the future.
• Believe that all students can attain a profound understanding of mathematics.
• Embrace inquiry, growth mindset principles, and innovative teaching strategies.
• Flourish in a startup school environment where they can actively participate in vision development.
Requirements and Expectations
• Certified teacher with a specialization in Design.
• Experience in IB MYP or a similar concept-based curriculum is preferred.
• Proficient in English and capable of teaching in English as the primary language of instruction.
• Skilled in utilizing digital tools for teaching, collaboration, and assessment.
• Committed to mentoring students and fostering numerate, confident problem-solvers.
• Eager to participate in ongoing professional development and interdisciplinary planning.
What We Provide
• A thoughtfully designed, contemporary campus in one of Africa's most innovative countries.
• Extensive IB professional development and advancement opportunities.
• A wide-ranging co-curricular program with opportunities for teacher leadership.
• Cross-cultural collaboration with Stiftung Louisenlund, our German partner institution.
• A mission-aligned, cooperative teaching team.
• Competitive salary paid in Rwandan Francs (RWF).
How to Apply
Are you prepared to help shape the School of the Future?
Please send your application to careers@ntare-louisenlund.rw and include:
Your current CV
A motivation letter
Certified electronic copies of your degrees and relevant qualifications
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only candidates selected for the shortlist will be contacted.
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