Primary Homeroom Teacher

The Island Private School of Limassol is a polysystemic educational hub that offers 3 programmes (International Baccalaureate, Waldorf & Montessori) under one roof. We follow a holistic approach, offering a full-day learning environment (08:00-18:00) for international students of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Starting from Pre-Primary, the educational journey at our school supports students on their learning path, tailoring education to individual needs, aspirations and connecting it to real-life experiences and up-to-date practices. 

We are now seeking a competent, experienced and, above all, passionate Primary Homeroom Teacher in Grade 1 to join our Primary Years Programme (PYP) team from August 2025.

Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Deliver:

• Ensure a physically and emotionally safe environment for students through positive framing, kind communication with students and adults, and predictable, consistent routines.
• Inspire mixed culture and ability classes, by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
• Use a wide array of data to make instructional choices and create specific action plans to increase student achievement, including dynamic student grouping for small group instruction.
• Design, prepare and deliver high quality lessons to suit the individual needs of all students in line with the PYP.
• Plan Units of Inquiry and lessons by following IB curriculum framework collaboratively with the PYP Coordinator, Specialist teachers, and Learning Support team.
• Maintain constant awareness of the needs of any children to whom English is another language.

Student Assessment and Feedback:

• Design and implement formative and summative assessments aligned with PYP objectives.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback to students to support their language development and overall growth.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress and communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.

Collaboration and Professional Development:

• Liaise with the Primary School Principal and PYP Coordinator to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom.
• Participate in regular planning meetings, PYP training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

Classroom and Learning Environment:

• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages active participation and a love of learning.
• Use a variety of resources, including technology, to enhance language learning and engagement.

Other:

• Create and maintain a safe and positive working environment and relationship with the Teaching Assistant (TA). Making sure the TA is involved, challenged, and valued, and that the TA is given suitable responsibility.
• Participate in a wider school community activities and committees .
• Organise and facilitate extracurricular activities, clubs, other events to further engage students in the arts beyond the classroom, including field trips.
• Be responsible for communicating effectively with parents on the individual progress of students through all means used at the school. 
• Stay updated on current trends, techniques, and best practices in art education.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance teaching skills and contribute to the growth of the arts department.

Qualifications:

• Must: Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education or a combination of Bachelor’s degree in English & PGCE.  
• PYP teaching experience is a must.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Proficiency in integrating technology into teaching to enhance language learning
• Positive attitude to challenging situations and tasks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive school culture.
• Remember how to be curious and awed by the world around.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 - 16:00.

Recruitment process:

1. Panel interview including Primary Principal, PYP Coordinator and Employee Success Manager (30 minutes).
2. Trial lesson (60 minutes) or record of the lesson delivered by the candidate to be provided.  
3. Interview with the Head of School (20 minutes).