MYP & DP Spanish Teacher

LOCATION:

International College Spain

JOB TITLE:

Secondary Teacher DP and MYP

JOB PURPOSE:

Ensure students make outstanding progress in their learning by:

• Providing an inspiring and effective education in the relevant curriculum areas.
• Engineering and exploiting opportunities to enhance student wellbeing and positive attitudes to learning.
• Building trusting and honest relationships with parents through timely and effective communications.
• Creating inspiring and safe learning environments that encourage innovation and risk-taking and celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Acting to support colleagues within your teams, the wider school, and in our multiple communities.
• Committing to Continuing Professional Development to enhance practice and increase impact on student learning.
• Playing an active and positive role in promoting a school culture based on Excellence, Respect, and Service.

REPORTING TO:

Head of Subject Group

OTHER KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Department members
• Grade Level Leaders
• Head of Learning Support and Head of EAL
• Parents

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching

• Plan and lead inspiring lessons aligned with department unit planners and IB criteria.
• Provide regular feedback on student progress per the school’s assessment policy.
• Maintain student records on official platforms to track progress.
• Prepare students for external examinations and support projects like the MYP Personal Projects and DP Extended Essays.
• Participate in curriculum-based field trips and extracurricular activities, including NAE Global Campus.

Pastoral Care

• Track attendance and report to the GLL team, SEN, EAL, and Counselling teams as needed.
• Carry out duties such as breaktime supervision and ensure adherence to the school's Code of Conduct.
• Support student wellbeing during daily Wellbeing Time and PSHE lessons.
• Mentor students and assist with their transition into and out of ICS.

Parent Communications

• Build trust with parents through timely reports, conferences, and informal updates.
• Promote school practices and achievements through newsletters, yearbooks, and social media.

Learning Environment

• Create positive classroom environments that encourage learning, innovation, and inclusion.
• Ensure displays celebrate student success and support learning.
• Address health, safety, and IT issues promptly.

Teamwork

• Collaborate with the Head of Subject Group on planning and curriculum development.
• Share teaching resources and support department meetings.
• Participate in school initiatives such as NEASC accreditation and IBO review visits.

Professional Development

• Engage in training to improve teaching practices and student impact.
• Stay updated on IB curricula and teaching strategies.
• Actively participate in NAE Performance Management and other professional growth opportunities.

Promoting School Culture

• Embody the school’s values of Excellence, Respect, and Service.
• Exhibit responsibility, accountability, punctuality, and professionalism in all areas.

Other Responsibilities

• Support health and safety, equal opportunities, and other company policies.
• Promote the Company Vision and Values: Opportunity, Impact, Leadership, and Respect.
• Undertake additional duties as allocated by the Principal.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

Specific to this position:

• Candidates need to have a Degree in Hispanic Philology / Spanish Studies, Linguistics or Literary Theory (Licenciado en Filología Hispánica / Grado en Español, Lingüística, Teoría de la Literatura) a Master's in Teacher Training (with specialization in Spanish Language and Literature) Teaching experience (at least 12 months teaching Spanish Language and Literature in Secondary Education and/or Baccalaureate) or Completion of 24 ECTS credits related to the area of Spanish Language and Literature.
• A Diploma/Degree in Primary Education Teaching (Magisterio) to teach Spanish Language and Literature in Primary would be advantageous but is not essential.

Qualifications/Training:

• QTS/PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification (Essential).
• Bachelor’s degree in a humanities-related subject (Essential).
• At least 2 years’ experience teaching A Level, AP, IB MYP, or IB DP (Essential).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development (Essential).

Experience/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of IB curricula (Desirable).
• Experience in an international setting (Desirable).
• Demonstrable passion and detailed knowledge of subject areas (Essential).
• Ability to adapt teaching styles for diverse student backgrounds (Essential).