Primary Teacher (Grade 1)

About British International School of Chicago, South Loop

The British International School of Chicago, South Loop (BISC-SL) is seeking a full-time Primary/Elementary Teacher to join its dynamic staff for our next academic year starting January 2024 (or sooner if possible). The vacancy is in Year 2 (US Grade 1).

BISC-SL is a highly successful school and has established a reputation for excellence in the Chicago market. The contemporary, learning-driven school is located in the South Loop area of Chicago, serving both American and international families. Salary for an ex-pat British trained teacher would be $65,000 per annum (with up to two free child places at the school too).

Job summary

The successful candidate will be offering a world class education to our students using our primary curriculum. A breadth of subject knowledge is required as well as a true passion for teaching. You should foster a love of learning in your students, set ambitious targets and use variety of teaching and learning strategies to ensure the success of all of your students. 

About You

Able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment, you will bring a degree, a recognised teaching qualification and considerable teaching experience. Committed and creative, you will be reflective on your own teaching and student outcomes, seeking out and implementing new ideas and innovative practice to raise achievement. 

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students.

Required Education, Certifications, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Relevant teaching qualification(s)
• Considerable teaching experience 

Core Competencies

You will be a strong ambassador for our school, promote a culture of ambition and success in your classroom and always communicate effectively and professionally with students, colleagues and parents.

The successful candidate will join a team of motivated, dynamic and energetic teachers, collaborating regularly to share best practice and will be receptive to feedback and change. 

EEO Statement

Nord Anglia Education provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nord Anglia Education complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The job is dependent on US work authorisation (please note, BISC-SL can only obtain a working Visa for British nationals, any other nationalities must already have permission to work in the USA by other means).