PYP Teacher

Teachers at the Aga Khan Academy are expected to:
Be committed to the vision of the Academy and our distinct educational philosophy.

Be excited about the opportunity to work in an environment committed to an emphasis on high quality pastoral care.

Be enthusiastically involved in the co-curricular and enrichment life of the Academy.

Play an active role in the residential life of a thriving school community which values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and students.

The successful candidate will be an experienced educator who can bring high expectations, innovation and flair to this role. They will recognise the importance of creativity and innovation and will strive to develop this in students through their teaching. We are looking for applicants who can:

Contribute meaningfully to the creation, delivery and review of a relevant and meaningful localized curriculum for the PYP, ensuring that the Indian context is appropriately reflected in the curriculum model.

Engage in effective teaching practices that embrace inquiry–based teaching and learning methods and differentiates activities to meet the needs of all students.

Authentically assess, record and track the progress of all students.

Support the holistic development of each child.

Prioritize student agency and self-efficacy by modelling these attributes.

The requirements

Significant experience in primary education, including proven experience in the IB PYP for a minimum of 3 years.

Experience of working in a cross-cultural environment.

Proven record of effective collaborative work.

Multilingual, with C1 competency in spoken and written English.

Familiarity with using technology in teaching and learning.

Valued additional assets:
Successful experience as an IB workshop leader.

Familiarity with the Indian context.

Applications must include a brief statement describing the key features of your philosophy of education and approach to working with young people. Please indicate clearly in your application how your experience and expertise might align with the expectations we have highlighted.

Sector

Social Development

About the Agency

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay. The Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities, the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally. The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya in 2003, the second in Hyderabad, India, in 2011, and the third in Maputo, in 2013. Others are to be built in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East. More information…

Region

South Asia

Location

India

Salary

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

Job Expires

28-Feb-2022