Position Summary

SISU School of Ulaanbaatar is seeking a passionate and student-centered Primary Homeroom Teacher to deliver high-quality education through the Finnish National Curriculum. The successful candidate will create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment while supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of children in Grades 4

The homeroom teacher serves as the primary caregiver, educator, and communicator for their class, working collaboratively with colleagues, specialists, and families to ensure every child thrives.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons aligned with the Finnish National Curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Foster creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Use formative and summative assessment to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Integrate interdisciplinary learning and real-world experiences into classroom teaching.

Student Wellbeing

• Build a positive, respectful, and emotionally safe classroom community.
• Support students' social-emotional learning through restorative and positive behaviour practices.
• Identify students requiring additional support and collaborate with the Student Support Team.
• Promote independence, responsibility, and lifelong learning habits.

Homeroom Leadership

• Take overall responsibility for the wellbeing and development of the homeroom class.
• Monitor attendance, student progress, and classroom routines.
• Organize class meetings, celebrations, and community-building activities.
• Prepare student reports and participate in parent-teacher conferences.

Family Partnership

• Maintain regular, professional communication with parents regarding student learning and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with families to support each child's development.
• Document and communicate concerns in a timely and constructive manner.

Professional Collaboration

• Collaborate with subject teachers, special education teachers, counselors, and school leadership.
• Participate actively in professional learning communities and school improvement initiatives.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and school events.

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Primary Education or Elementary Education.
• Valid teaching qualification or license.
• Minimum 2 years of primary teaching experience.
• Strong English communication skills (spoken and written).
• Excellent classroom management and relationship-building skills.

Preferred

• Experience with the Finnish National Curriculum or inquiry-based education.
• International school teaching experience.
• Experience supporting diverse learners and inclusive education.

Skills & Competencies

• Child-centered and compassionate educator
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Effective communicator with parents and colleagues
• Reflective and collaborative professional
• Adaptable, creative, and culturally responsive
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

What We Offer

• Competitive international school salary
• Professional development and Finnish education training
• Collaborative and supportive international team
• Opportunity to contribute to one of Mongolia's leading Finnish schools
• Modern learning environment with small class sizes

Working at SISU

At SISU, we believe children learn best when they feel safe, respected, and inspired. Our teachers are facilitators of learning who nurture curiosity, independence, and kindness while maintaining high academic expectations.