Teacher of Mathematics
The British School Warsaw
Poland
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 13 December 2024
Job overview
The British School Warsaw is a highly successful institution renowned for its dedicated and inspiring teaching professionals. Our primary curriculum encompasses the Early Years Foundation Stage, English National Curriculum, and International Primary Curriculum. In secondary, we offer the English National Curriculum for Key Stage 3, IGCSEs for Key Stage 4, and the IB Diploma Programme for Years 12 and 13. Situated in Warsaw, Poland, our non-selective day school delivers exceptional academic results surpassing UK national averages, with graduates gaining admission to prestigious global universities. Join our team of exceptional educators and contribute to our thriving community committed to educational excellence. Discover limitless opportunities at The British School Warsaw.
About the Department and Role
We are currently in search of an experienced teacher of Mathematics to join our thriving Mathematics department and our pastoral team as a Form Tutor.
We follow the White Rose curriculum for Key Stage 3, followed by Edexcel IGCSE Mathematics for all students and CIE Further Pure Mathematics for our top mathematicians. Students then go on to the IBDP and study either AA or AI.
In summer 2024, our year 11 students achieved a 93% pass rate for IGCSE Mathematics, with 57% of students attaining grade 7- 9. All IBDP AA students achieved a grade 4 or above, with 18% of our HL and 31% of our SL students achieving a 7. For IBDP AI, 77% of our students achieved a grade 4 or higher.
The mathematics department is committed to continuous improvement, sharing best practice, developing the concept of enquiry-based learning and promoting mathematical thinking into the curriculum and departmental pedagogy. In the coming year, the department is also working on events that involve maths outside the curriculum, such as a Pi day, museum trips and maths competitions, and cross-curricular activities to exemplify to students the practical applications of maths.
The successful candidate will be able to teach classes from KS3 to IBDP level. Previous experience in teaching IBDP for either the AA or AI course is advantageous.
About You
You create a classroom culture in which your students set ambitious targets for themselves. You seek out and use innovative teaching practices to enhance your students’ experiences and outcomes. Receptive to feedback and ready to embrace change, you are keen to share best practice with colleagues and peers and model what it is to be a lifelong learner. You will have a university degree in a relevant subject, a teaching qualification plus relevant teaching experience and knowledge. You will also be able to meet visa-related restrictions for Poland.
Job Responsibilities
- Following our curriculum and pedagogical approaches.
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that cater to the diverse needs and abilities of our students.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes excellent behaviour, a love for learning and character development.
- Use a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technologies to enhance the learning experience.
- Ensure that a passion for the subject is communicated during your lessons.
- Set targets with students and provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their academic progress and development.
- Monitor and keep records of student progress.
- Attend departmental meetings and collaborate with members of the department on areas such as curriculum writing and review; assessment design and moderation; and departmental development plans.
- Comply with departmental procedures, such as assessment procedures and tracking.
- Comply with school wide expectations, such as prompt and accurate registration of students and reporting.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement interdepartmental projects and activities, making use of Global Classroom and Nord Anglia’s associations with Julliard, UNICEF and MIT.
- Attend Academic Review Days and maintain open communication with parents to provide insight into students' progress.
- As required, carry out the role of a Form Tutor to support students in their personal and academic growth.
- Commit to ongoing professional development.
- Contribute to the school's Learning Enrichment Activities Programme (LEAP) and events, promoting a holistic approach to education.
- Fulfil active supervision and lesson cover duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity and professionalism.
- Exhibit a passion for international education, and a good understanding of best practice.
- Motivated, with a sense of humour, responsibility, enthusiasm and accountability.
- Work as a team player who is willing to help and be flexible.
- Conscientious, reliable, and respectful.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing,
- Competent use of technology for teaching and administrative purposes.
- Developed organisational skills.
Competencies
- Hold an honours degree in a relevant subject area.
- Possess UK QTS or equivalent.
- Have a record of teaching in an English-speaking school environment.
- A strong record of professional development.
At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About The British School Warsaw
Our School
The British School Warsaw is a vibrant school with a truly international pupil body consisting of roughly equal numbers of local and expatriate children. Located on two campuses in the city the school has a capacity of 1300 pupils and is currently educating 1100 pupils aged 2 ½ to 19. The primary school is split across two sites with Pre-Nursery to Year 1 (ages 2 ½ - 6) on our smaller Dabrowskiego site (180 pupils) whilst Years 2-6 attend our larger Limanowskiego site along with senior pupils. The Primary school follow the IPC from Year 1-6. The Secondary school, Years 7-11, follow the Key Stage 3 English National Curriculum followed by IGCSEs in Years 10-11. The “IB College” is a Post 16 education provision centered around the IB Diploma programme studied either as a two year course or for a small group of pupils as a three year course with a ‘Pre-IB’ year included as a preparatory year. Pupils studying in the “IB College” enjoy a state-of-the-art four floor building which opened in December 2016. Further information can be found at www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/warsaw
Warsaw
Steeped in history and boasting a huge number of green spaces, Warsaw is a vibrant European capital and international tourist destination. With regular, quick and cheap flights back to the UK as well as within Europe, Warsaw is the perfect place to re-connect with the UK if you have lived further afield or to venture into a new and exciting culture if it is your first foray into international teaching.
You will find yourself living in a significant cultural, political and economic hub with easy access to other historical cities such as Gdansk, Krakow and Wrocław as well as easy access to beautiful countryside, lakes, mountains and the seaside.
The elegant architecture, grandeur and extensive boulevards of Warsaw earned it the nickname Paris of the North and still holds true today. Wander the streets of the historical Old Town designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll the newly renovated banks of the Vistula and immerse yourself in the fabulous museums and music venues which abound in the city. Sample cuisine from around the world from Michelin star restaurants, quirky and trendy food markets and family friendly eateries all for quite possibly the most reasonably prices of any European capital. No wonder that the Economist Intelligence Unit ranked Warsaw as the 32nd most liveable city in the world and 8th in "Human capital and life style" whilst topping the quality of life rankings in the region.
Come and try it for yourself, our teachers love the easy living, fantastic public transport, reasonably-priced social and cultural activities and great climate (cold and dry winters, warm summers) – before you know it you may even be speaking some Polish!
Principal
Sue Hill
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