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Primary School Teacher/ Teacher Mentor - MTK Int'l School - Azerbaijan

We seek a qualified primary school teacher to work as Lead Teacher for Primary English and a mentor to other teachers in a rapidly expanding international school in Baku, Azerbaijan. The post is suitable for an individual who is highly capable and self-motivated.

This is an exciting, creative and varied role, suited to a committed, enthusiastic teaching professional possessing the correct blend of moral purpose, teaching and interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.

The role involves two key duties, of equal importance:

Excellent teaching: the successful applicant will be responsible for teaching a Primary English curriculum to children aged 5-11 and leading and coordinating the English department in a growing international school. Around a 50% teaching timetable is anticipated.
Mentoring colleagues: a key dimension of the role will be building capacity in local colleagues; this will involve a blend of modelling excellent teaching, team teaching, formally observing teacher and mentoring / formally appraising colleagues.

The successful applicant will work in close cooperation with expatriate applicants for the parallel positions of:

Early Years Teacher / Teacher Mentor
Early Years Leader of Learning and Development / Teacher Mentor
Primary Teacher/ Teacher Mentor
Teacher of Secondary English / Teacher Mentor
Teacher of Secondary Maths / Teacher Mentor
Teacher of Secondary Science/ Teacher Mentor
…as well as the school Senior Leadership Team

About Baku

Baku, situated on the Caspian Sea, is an eclectic, modern, vibrant city replete with all of the sights, museums, civic buildings, shopping, dining and social opportunities that one usually associates with modern, cosmopolitan capitals. The climate is pleasant: mild in the winter and warm in the summer, although often somewhat windy. While the evidence of Azerbaijan’s Soviet past remains clearly evident, especially in the suburbs, the centre of city is attractive and modern with tree-lined boulevards, outdoor dining and a relaxed atmosphere. Locals welcome foreigners and, as a rule, very much enjoy meeting and chatting to people from different cultures. Latterly, Baku has begun to establish itself as a venue for a range of prestigious international events, such as the annual Grand Prix, inaugural European Olympic Games (2015) and Eurovision (hosted by Azerbaijan in 2012 as previous winners).

The package offered for this role is excellent and, when considered in relation to the highly affordable cost of living, it will enable appointees to enjoy all of the rich social and cultural opportunities on offer while also saving a large portion of their salary.

Compared to other large cities (population around 4 million), Baku is extremely safe and has a secular, tolerant atmosphere where gender politics and lifestyles, while specific in their own way, are much more akin to Europe or Russia than most of the Islamic world. All in all, Baku is a rich tapestry of European, post-Soviet and Middle Eastern culture, reflected in the architecture, cuisine, language and people.

Posted: September 2018

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Location	Baku, Azerbaijan, Europe
Start Date	September 2018
Contract Length	1 Year
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Salary €2800-3900 /month
A net salary which is excellent for the location
The primary school for 175 school days per year app., meaning that staff work hard but also enjoy an excellent work-life balance
A performance-related bonus (additional to basic salary) of around 20% of annual salary, determined by appraisals
An apartment located in the heart of the city centre (or a quieter location, as per preference) is provided for new arrivals; second year teachers can opt to receive a housing allowance instead of the accommodation provided
Comprehensive medical insurance (covering GP visits, medicine and accident and emergency cover)
A flight allowance including a sum for excess baggage on arrival
Snack breakfast and lunch provided daily, free of charge
Access to the school gym and swimming pool (when the latter is not in use) on work-day evenings from 17.00 - 19.00 and Saturday mornings

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	English, Primary Teaching, Early Years
Additional School Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status achieved in any of the following countries: United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa or the USA Experience of teaching Primary English to students aged 5-11, using one of the above national curricula A positive work ethic and a high level of self-motivation; the willingness to act as a role-model and mentor, to students and colleagues An excellent grasp of the teaching and learning practices suited to a modern English-medium international school (i.e. able to teach highly effective 3-part lessons but also model more independent, collaborative and technology-rich aspects of 21st century learning; the ability to adapt teaching and learning to an inclusive environment where EAL and a range of abilities will be common) Cultural sensitivity and intercultural communication competence - i.e. the ability to relate in a positive way and achieve positive results working with professionals who have been raised in a distinctly different culture Resilience and a solution-oriented outlook; the ability to complete and finish tasks, set developmental targets for mentees and take responsibility for ensuring that these are achieved; a ‘no excuses’ approach The positivity, patience, open-mindedness and resilience necessary to thrive in an exciting but very culturally different location and a commitment to being an excellent ambassador for our school within the community Also desirable would be one or a number of the following: Experience of teaching a syllabus for Primary School English or the International Primary Curriculum Specific EAL / ESL experience or qualifications Experience of mentoring colleagues / general leadership and management experience; experience of leading appraisal Experience of leading professional learning communities and/or staff training Experience of working in an international setting within a team that has a high proportion of host country nationals Experience of living in former-Soviet countries and/or language skills (such as Azerbaijani, Russian or Turkic-group languages)

About the School

MTK International School is an international center of excellence within an Azerbaijani context, delivering an education that will fully prepare students to take their places in the modern world. Our centrally located campus provides a world-class learning environment, equipped with modern educational resources, a powerful IT infrastructure, and the full range of on-site facilities required by any tier-one school. Our school curriculum focuses on personal, academic, and 21st-century learning strategies that will prepare children for the world of tomorrow, at home, or abroad. Focusing solely on academic achievement is no longer sufficient to guarantee success; children and adults need a broader range of skills and knowledge to call upon in a fast-changing world. The MTK International School’s Curriculum provides a wide variety of studies designed to foster the development of intellectual growth, physical and emotional health, creativity, and an empathetic spirit. We currently provide an exceptional education to children aged 2 to 17, offering the full range of Preschool, Primary, and Secondary education. Our mission is to help every child fulfill his or her potential, to succeed in a fast-changing, exciting 21st-century working environment, and also to live a happy, fulfilled life as a part of the Baku and wider global community. Our school ensures that its students reach their full academic potential whilst also developing a broad range of skills, talents, and abilities.