Lower Primary PYP Teacher

Overview Scope : Lower

Primary (EC1-Grade 2)

Reporting to : Head of Primary

Application deadline :

30 November 2025

In order to fill this role effectively, the successful candidate will need to have a diverse range of qualities, competencies and experience. A

PYP teacher

should be an inspirational, passionate and adaptable educator with the ability to deliver an inquiry-based, trans-disciplinary programme. He / She should be an outstanding teacher, motivator, learner and communicator, with excellent interpersonal skills, and should be capable of preparing students for international programmes in a stimulating, challenging and well-organised learning environment. He / She should be able to provide professional expertise, high quality teaching and learning, make effective use of resources and ensure improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor\'s degree in Education or equivalent

Qualified teacher status appropriate to the teaching duties to be undertaken

Experience of the IB Primary Years Programme

Knowledge and skills

Be aligned with ISL values of belonging, integrity, grit and kindness

Possess excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school; should be able to communicate effectively in English

Have a high level of understanding of current research as to how children learn and possess the ability to motivate students to perform at their best through differentiated instruction, and by using a variety of styles, be able to inspire mixed culture and ability classes, by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students

Be able to support student needs in learning and pastoral matters

Be aware of the principles of Understanding by Design and Assessment for Learning

Be able to participate fully in an expanding primary school and, in particular, help to develop the team spirit

Have a high level of awareness of current developments and research findings in the field of primary / elementary school teaching and learning

Have the ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload

Responsibilities

Implement PYP policy and strategic plans

Liaise with the Head of Primary, PYP and EC-KG Coordinator to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom

Participate in the design, development, implementation and review of the PYP curriculum

Participate in the design, development, implementation and review of assessment and reporting systems

Promote the health and safety of assigned classes

Participate in professional development and contribute to regular staff training / meetings

Encourage the team spirit in the primary school and develop links with colleagues across the school

Contribute to community service and global citizenship goals

Contribute to the extra-curricular activities programme of the school

Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the Primary School and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.

Enhance the professional standing of the teaching body

Specific Targets The successful candidate will assume this post at a crucial stage in the development of ISL Qatar. The following list gives an indication of some of the specific current matters to be addressed :

Lead the PYP Exhibition process

Participate in the current development of the PYP, addressing matters arising from our PYP authorisation report

Use technology to support PYP learning, especially through use of a Virtual Learning Environment (Toddle, Microsoft Teams, etc.)

Support the school in meeting its programme obligations for NEASC and the IB

Participate in the development of Assessment for Learning (AFL) and Understanding by Design (UBD)

Participate in the development of the new pastoral programmes

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