Primary Homeroom Teacher

Job Title: Homeroom Teacher
Location: Oriente Campus Rionegro Colombia
Start Date: August 2025
Contract Type: FullTime FixedTerm (Initial 2year contract with potential for renewal)

About the School

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of Colegio Montessori de Medelln a valued client school and one of Colombias most respected bilingual institutions. With over four decades of educational excellence the school operates two modern campusesincluding the stunning Oriente campus in Rionegro located in the lush countryside just outside Medelln.

Colegio Montessori blends the globally recognised Montessori philosophy with the academically rigorous Cambridge International Curriculum providing students with a wellrounded and inquirybased education from preschool through high school. The school is committed to nurturing independence critical thinking and bilingual fluency within a respectful and caring community.

As part of its internationalisation strategy the school actively recruits experienced international educators to join its faculty bringing global perspectives and best practices into its classrooms.

Position Overview

Colegio Montessoris Oriente campus is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Homeroom Teacher to join the Elementary School team (Grades 14. This is a lead classroom teaching role that combines core subject instruction pastoral care and community engagement in a bilingual international learning environment.

You will be responsible for delivering highquality Englishmedium instruction in core areas such as English Language Arts Math Science and Social Studies while also guiding students socialemotional development and fostering a positive inquirybased classroom culture.

This is a rewarding opportunity to become part of a school that values collaboration innovation and wholechild development in one of the most vibrant and welcoming regions of Latin America.

Key Responsibilities

As a Homeroom Teacher at the Oriente campus you will play a central role in students academic emotional and personal growth. Your responsibilities will include:

Core Teaching Responsibilities:

• Lead daily instruction of core academic subjects in English (English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies) following the Montessori and Cambridgealigned curriculum.

• Design and deliver engaging inquirybased lessons that promote critical thinking creativity and collaboration.

• Integrate English language development strategies to support bilingual learners.

• Use varied teaching methods and technologies to differentiate instruction and support diverse learning needs.

Classroom & Pastoral Leadership:

• Establish a safe inclusive and supportive classroom environment that reflects Montessori values of independence and mutual respect.

• Monitor student progress provide regular feedback and implement strategies for academic support or enrichment.

• Build strong positive relationships with students to support their social and emotional wellbeing.

• Implement consistent classroom routines and behaviour management practices aligned with school policies.

Curriculum & Assessment:

• Collaborate with coteachers and specialists to plan deliver and evaluate curriculum units and student learning outcomes.

• Assess student performance using a range of formative and summative tools keeping accurate records and using data to inform instruction.

• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous school improvement initiatives.

Communication & Parent Engagement:

• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents about student progress behaviour and wellbeing through meetings written reports and digital platforms.

• Engage families as partners in learning providing support and guidance when needed.

School Life & Professional Development:

• Take part in schoolwide activities including assemblies cultural events field trips and community projects.

• Participate in ongoing professional learning and schoolled training opportunities.

• Collaborate with colleagues across the school and contribute positively to the wider Montessori community.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an educator who is:

• A fluent English speaker (nativelevel proficiency preferred)

• A qualified primary/elementary teacher (PGCE QTS State License or equivalent)

• Experienced in teaching at the primary level (ideally in bilingual or international school settings)

• Familiar with or open to Montessori and inquirybased learning methods

• Flexible openminded and collaborative in working with local and international staff

• Passionate about supporting the development of the whole child in a multicultural context

• Culturally sensitive and eager to engage with Colombian life and community

Compensation & Benefits

Colegio Montessori offers a highly competitive package designed to support international hires professionally and personally.

Salary

• Base salary: COP $5312300/month

• Second language bonus (English): COP $2641000/month

• English teaching areas: COP $548500/month

• Homeroom group direction bonus: COP $526200/month

• Total Monthly Salary: COP $9028000

• Semiannual bonuses: COP $(paid in July and November)

Housing & Relocation

• Annual housing allowance: COP $

• Roundtrip airfare (economy) to country of origin upon arrival and every 2 years upon contract renewal

• Three weeks of paid accommodation upon arrival in Rionegro

• 100 coverage of visa and Cedula processing fees

Health & Social Security

• Full enrolment in Colombian social security (health pension occupational insurance)

• Sura Salud para Todos health insurance plan

• 100 sick leave coverage for illness accidents or recovery

WorkLife Balance

• 8.5 weeks of paid annual vacation (well above the legal minimum)

• One personal benefit day annually

Professional Development

• Free internal training and workshops

• Financial support for postgraduate studies or international teaching certifications after one year of service

Education Benefits

• 50 tuition discount for one dependent child enrolled at the school

Community Perks

• 90 school bus transportation subsidy

• 50 institutional lunch subsidy

• Financial support for school uniforms

• Access to free wellness activities (e.g. yoga massage dance classes)

• Membership in FEDECOM Employee Fund with access to:

  • Incentivised savings (up to 10 of salary)

  • Lowinterest loans

  • Mutual aid for emergencies

  • Discounted group insurance (health car pet life)

  • Payroll deduction options

  • Seasonal gifts and employee social events

Start Date: August 4 2025

Spanish proficiency is not required but will be viewed favourably.