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Learning Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

Bishkek International School is a non-profit community school providing excellent international education in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. The school opened in September 2011 and now has 300 students from age 2 to 18. Fifty-five percent of our students are American, Asian and European citizens, children of employees of embassies, international organizations and international business or NGOs. Forty-five percent of students are Kyrgyz citizens. The school welcomes all students regardless of ability, gender, ethnicity, language, or religious belief and everyone is encouraged to take part in all school activities. BIS is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Commission on International Education. As an IB World School we offer the IB Diploma Programme, IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). We are also a Cambridge International School, with Cambridge Assessment International Education accreditation for the IGCSE programme.

 

Responsibilities

Teaching

  • Develop, deliver, and assess an education programme based on the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students in the assigned year class group
  • Align classroom learning and teaching to PYP approaches
  • Create an engaging classroom environment that motivates students to learn and ensure all student expectations are high
  • Provide a positive learning environment for each student and inspire students to expand their understanding and enjoyment of the subjects taught
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of each student to be socially and academically successful, having regard to the abilities and aptitudes of individuals
  • Enhance lessons through incorporating technology into the teaching program and be creative in working with limited resources
  • Use a wide range of assessment methods to ensure student knowledge and understanding are appropriately recorded
  • Be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching and organization, and high standards of achievement and behaviour in lessons
  • Collaborate with other teachers to ensure a consistent approach to learning and achievement of standards for each group
  • Work with the PYP Coordinator to produce relevant planning documents and attend relevant Programme meetings
  • Plan, keep and report appropriate records to school management and parents

Other Responsibilities

  • Organise and lead extra-curricular activities and student engagement to promote positive interactions among students of all ages and develop their academic, creative and sporting potential
  • Take an active role in school events and provide coaching or other support to school teams for sports, MUN, debates, etc

General

  • Maintain knowledge of current educational theory and practice and undertake professional training in liaison with the PYP Coordinator
  • Act in accordance with the budgets, policies, procedures, directions and decisions of the school management
  • Act as ambassador for the school and act in a manner that upholds the values and ethos of the school at all times
  • Maintain high quality standards in all areas of the school
  • Any other activities as agreed with management to contribute to overall development of the school

Reporting

  • Report to the PYP Coordinator

 

Timing & Duration

The position is available starting 17 August 2020. This is a full-time long-term position with an initial contract of two or three years (subject to 3 months’ probation) which will be renewable by mutual consent.

Application

Include the following documents to your Teach Away profile:

  • A brief cover letter summarizing your suitability for the post and the reason for applying
  • Your CV
  • A list of three referees with contact details

Deadline for Applications

Interviews and appointment will be arranged as soon as appropriate applications are received. Early application is advised.

Posted: December 2019
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

Any communication about the job will take place directly between you and the institution. Tracking of your application status will take place within the application tracking system used by the school you are applying to (outside of your Teach Away Dashboard).

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LocationBishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Start DateAugust 2020
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, College/University Faculty, University Graduate
Student LevelElementary, Middle School, High School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

Salary and benefits are internationally competitive, including:

  • Housing allowance
  • Medical insurance
  • Travel allowance
  • Professional development opportunities

Qualifications and Requirements

Education RequiredBachelor
MajorArea related to Learning Diversity and Inclusion
Additional School Requirements
  • Experience of working in inclusive education in the education sector
  • Genuine enjoyment of working with students and ability to enable a wide range of students to reach their academic and social potential
  • Ability to plan strategically, to set and meet deadlines and to implement plans
  • Capable of developing new educational programmes
  • Excellent interpersonal, team leadership and membership skills
  • Able to communicate well with students, staff and parents and gain their confidence and respect
  • A commitment to Professional Development
  • Excellent spoken and written English

 

Desirables

  • Familiarity with the IB PYP, IB MYP, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma programmes
  • Additional language skills
  • Experience in an international environment