English Language Acquisition

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MYP English Language Acquisition & modern language

Allmän information:

The International School of the Stockholm Region is a publically funded international school which exists primarily to serve the educational needs of the transient and/or international community of Stockholm.

The school runs the International Baccalaureate’s curricula.  The Primary Years Program (PYP) is offered to students from 5-11 years of age, the Middle Years Program (MYP) is offered to students from 11-16 and the Diploma Program (DP) is available for students from 16-19 year of age.  The school’s language of instruction is English for all subjects. At ISSR, students can receive an internationally-recognized education in English from 5 to 19 years of age in one location in the center of Stockholm. The teachers at ISSR are qualified and experienced educators. Teachers and staff take part in the wide range of professional development resources and activities offered by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB).

Job description:

ISSR needs an English Language Acquisition teacher for the upcoming 2021-2022 academic year. This position is a substitute position for a study leave.

The English Language Acquisition position also includes acting as a mentor to approximately 15 students, participating in the ISSR school community and working actively to build a culture of learning through collaboration. There is an ongoing expectation to collaborate closely with students, teachers and parents to facilitate learning. DP/MYP teachers are part of a team with a high emphasis on collaborative planning and learning. All documentation and communication at ISSR is carried out in English.

Responsibilities include:

- Planning high quality lessons and ongoing documentation of student achievement according to the IB standards.
- Advisory responsibilities for approximately 15 students
- Maintaining ongoing parent/school communication
- Planning with colleagues across the school, both in and beyond the MYP
- Continued professional development both independently and in group trainings
- Participate in school activities (assemblies, evening events, conferences, etc.)

Requirements:

- University teaching degree in English with a focus on English as an additional language
- Fluency in written and spoken English to a professional level
- Experience working with middle school students (11-15 year olds)

Other qualifications may include:  

- MYP or IB training and/or experience
- High competence with IT

 

-part-time, 60%

-vikariat August - June

-Start date: August 2021

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