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Primary School Homeroom Teacher

Colegio Albania seeks a motivated educator to join our Primary School team following the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the IB Programs.

Job Description:

Primary School Homeroom Teacher.
English, Science, Social Studies.
(Depending on the skill set of the candidate there is the possibility to teach Math and IT instead of English).
Small class sizes.
Supportive educational community.
IB training provided for certification.

Posted: February 2023

This is a Direct to School Job

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Location	La Guajira, Colombia, South America
Start Date	August 2023
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Elementary
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Round trip and airport pick up.
Housing is provided by the school.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor

About the School

School Mission Colegio Albania is a bilingual, International Baccalaureate, and Cognia-accredited school, in La Guajira, Colombia. The mission of Colegio Albania is to educate the children of the Cerrejon community in an environment that nurtures the development of each individual according to their needs, forming globally conscious citizens who, with a spirit of entrepreneurship and a commitment to lifelong learning, strive to achieve excellence and contribute to the construction of a better world. Vision To be positioned nationally and internationally as a leading educational institution, characterized by exceptional student achievement, and by the formation of responsible and ethical individuals, proud ambassadors of their school, who are ready and willing to build a better world. Colegio Albania’s Educational Community, actively engaged in the authorized programs by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and guided by our Institutional Mission and Vision, hereby establishes the following principles as the fundamental pillars guiding all educational endeavors provided to our students: Development of each individual We acknowledge the inherent value of nurturing the distinct needs, strengths, and talents of every individual, as it is crucial to unlocking their full potential. Globally Conscious Citizens We are committed to cultivating skills that empower students to actively engage as ethical participants within their local, national, and global communities. Entrepreneurial spirit We will foster the spirit of entrepreneurship by nurturing qualities such as perseverance, determination, proactivity, creativity, and a focus on achievement. Additionally, we will equip students with the ability to recognize opportunities, take calculated risks, and uphold integrity in their actions. Lifelong learning We will employ strategies that foster intrinsic motivation and independent learning, acknowledging that learning is not limited to the intellectual realm within the school but extends to all facets of an individual’s life throughout their existence. Excellence We aspire to be at the vanguard of education, both nationally in Colombia and on a global scale. We are committed to leveraging external references to validate our programs and ensure they meet the highest standards of quality and relevance. Building a better world We are dedicated to nurturing not only the intellectual growth of our students but also their spiritual development, fostering the core institutional values that lie at the heart of our educational mission.