Primary Academic Support Teacher

We are seeking an an outstanding, enthusiastic and experienced primary academic support teacher, to join an expanding and forward thinking department. The successful candidate will be able to offer new ideas to further enhance the level of intervention for our students. The candidate should want to make a difference. The candidate will work closely with all departments ensuring that all individual student’s needs are met, to enable them to reach their full potential. The school promotes inclusion and each student is treated as a unique individual. Our ethos is to help create a level learning playing field for all. Our vision is to support our students to rates of progress that are equal to those of the finest schools in the world. Kindergarten experience as well as the ability to teach another subject a benefit.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates that:  

• have excellent organisational and communication skills 
• have an enthusiasm for promoting learning and assisting pupils in overcoming their barriers to learning
• are committed to delivering high quality support
• are team players
• are interested in taking an active part in the Institut auf dem Rosenberg’s extensive Talent & Enrichment programme; 
• have the ability to lead on projects and work independently.
• support our whole-school ethos in which the raising of pupils' aspirations and attainment is central to your work on a day-to-day basis

Requirements - ideal candidates will have:   

• an appropriate degree with PGCE or an equivalent teaching-qualification; 
• specialist experience with assessment and a working knowledge and previous experience of a variety of learning issues including dyslexia, dyscalculia, the autistic spectrum etc Experience of writing IEPs.
• a minimum of 5 years working experience
• a minimum 2 years of specialist experience with neurodivergent students
• ICT capabilities 
• dedication to the ongoing development and excellence of Institut auf dem Rosenberg and a commitment to the school's values and ethos.

The School:

Institut auf dem Rosenberg is a prestigious and leading independent boarding school for students aged 4-19 years, offering an international education to pupils from all over the world. We have pioneered ways to educate children and young adults according to their individual abilities, talents and goals for the past 130 years.

Our value-based philosophy is to educate students in preparation for the challenges of the 21st Century. The school offers International GCSEs and A-Levels, US High School Diploma with Advanced Placement examinations as well as the IB Diploma. 

The school also operates a one-of-a-kind Talent & Enrichment programme offering an abundance of co-curricular and sports programmes as well as the world’s first school-owned Creative Lab, a learning and experimentation environment.

Important links: 

https://instrosenberg.ch/index.html

https://vimeo.com/287133380 

https://instrosenberg.ch/enrichment.html 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WfXBqNJXYw

We Offer:  

• a rare opportunity to work in a highly successful, entrepreneurial and internationally renowned school; 
• a truly international environment with outstanding facilities; 
• collaborative colleagues committed to excellence;  
• an entrepreneurial working atmosphere, dedicated to ensuring every student can follow an individual development plan IDP® to maximise their potential; 
• attractive remuneration package and optional accommodation for those relocating to Switzerland.

To Apply: 

Candidates should supply a CV, letter of application clearly detailing their suitability for the post, and contact details of three referees. Send to recruitment@instrosenberg.ch, stating “Primary Academic Support Teacher" in the subject-line. 

Closing date for applications: 31. October 2024. Early applications are encouraged and the school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline for applications. Initial interviews will be conducted online. Any offer of appointment will be subject to child-protection screening including reference checks with previous employers, and clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service (previously known as CRB) or equivalent.