Primary Teacher 1º Ciclo (Bilingual Curriculum) Local Hire

About St. Julian's School Founded in 1932, we are a distinguished, non-selective British international school for ages 3-18, recognized for our academic excellence. We currently cater to over 1,200 students representing more than 60 nationalities. The school is divided into three sections: Primary, Secondary, and Portuguese. Our Primary Section hosts 480 students, organized into three classes for each year group. The leadership team includes the Head, Bursar, section principals, along with Directors of Technology, Student Support, and Professional Learning. The Primary Section has its own leadership structure, featuring two Deputy Principals.

Our curriculum primarily follows the National Curriculum for England, culminating in IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme.

All staff members utilize Google Apps for Education for both teaching and administrative functions, and each teacher is equipped with a MacBook Air.

Since 1998, we have held accreditation from CIS (Council of International Schools) and NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) and are proud to be an Accredited Member of COBIS. Furthermore, our Head is an International Member of HMC (Heads' Conference).

The school enjoys a convenient location, just a short walk from Carcavelos train station, providing easy access to both central Lisbon and Cascais.

Teacher Job Description
Core Purpose
To enhance student learning and support the holistic development of each individual within our educational community. Our educational philosophy emphasizes creating an environment where students and teachers are actively engaged and challenged, while parents feel confident and excited about the opportunities available to nurture qualities that help students become empathetic, inquisitive, collaborative communicators, embodying the courage to participate as active citizens in society.

Learning
• To facilitate student learning in designated subject areas.
• To mentor and guide students throughout their educational journey.
• To adopt a personalized learning approach that allows each child to flourish, acknowledging the varied learning abilities of our students.
• To devise necessary interventions both inside and outside the classroom when a student is not progressing as expected.
• To prepare well-structured lesson plans that enhance student learning.
• To create continuous assessments that support student advancement.
• To utilize a range of teaching strategies that are integral to our pedagogy, stimulating learning and inspiring students.
• To incorporate technology to enhance the learning experience.
• To remain informed about advancements in subject knowledge and teaching methodologies.

Wellbeing
• To collaborate with tutors and pastoral leaders to prioritize student wellbeing.
• To partner with Safeguarding leads and complete referral forms when a child is identified as being at risk.
• To encourage intercultural understanding and respect for diversity among all students.

Professional Growth
• To identify personal development areas each year and commit to professional growth in those aspects.
• To visit other classrooms to share effective practices.
• To welcome colleagues into your classroom for collaborative sharing of best practices.
• To actively participate in professional development opportunities both within and outside the school.
• To seek and pursue opportunities to enhance your teaching practices related to essential learning.
• To share insights gained from professional development with colleagues.

Teamwork
• To cooperate as part of a team to develop learning sequences.
• To support colleagues in their professional development.

Personal Strengths
• Demonstrates empathy and understanding of the diverse learning capacities of students, adapting lessons accordingly.
• Promotes intercultural understanding and respect for diversity among students.
• Employs various teaching strategies central to our pedagogical approach, including project-based learning, collaborative methods, interdisciplinary techniques, discussions, reflections, and effective instructional practices.
• Integrates technology to enrich teaching and learning, fostering research and media literacy, enabling collaboration, and reinforcing digital citizenship among students.
• Expects honesty from students in their academic endeavors and respect in their interpersonal relationships.
• Exhibits confidence in subject knowledge and is well-versed in current educational methodologies.
• Encourages students to take responsibility for their learning by guiding them in reflective practices. Sets high expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
• Creates opportunities for student voices to be heard by fostering a culture of risk-taking, divergent thinking, and innovation.
• Contributes significantly to the pastoral life of the school.
• Plays a vital role in the wider curriculum of the school.

Person Specification
Essentials
• Hold a degree and a recognized teaching qualification.
• Demonstrate commitment to the broader life of the school.

Benefits
We provide:
• A competitive salary
• Life insurance
• Health insurance, with discounted rates for family members
• Lunch allowance

Application Process
Candidates interested in this position should submit their applications addressed to the Head, Paul Morgan, via the TES portal. The application deadline is Friday, 10 April. Please include two references, one of which should be from the head/principal of your current institution. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be held prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding
St. Julian’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Job offers are contingent upon receiving satisfactory references, verification of relevant qualifications, identification checks, and criminal record screening, including overseas checks where applicable.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
St. Julian’s School is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is a core value at St. Julian’s. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students and staff. We believe that each team member enriches our community by offering diverse perspectives on understanding and engaging with the world, identifying challenges, and devising, designing, and implementing solutions.