Primary Learning Support Teacher (fmd) tentative
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Job Location:
Potsdam-Mittelmark - Germany
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
BBIS has a tentative opening for a Primary Learning Support Teacher (f/m/d).
Contract: Full-Time (parental leave)
Duration: Start asap until - July 31 2027
Department: Student Support Services / Primary
Reporting to: Head of Student Support / Primary Principal
Contract: Full-Time (parental leave)
Duration: Start asap until - July 31 2027
Department: Student Support Services / Primary
Reporting to: Head of Student Support / Primary Principal
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES
We are seeking a compassionate highly skilled and adaptable Learning Support Teacher to join our Primary team. The ideal candidate is an expert in early childhood development. You will champion an inclusive environment where every child can access the curriculum focusing heavily on early literacy language acquisition and social-emotional growth. The role blendsdifferent models of support co-teaching consultation and data-informed intervention so that students can access the IB PYP curriculum with confidence and success.
1. MTSS leadership in the Primary School (Tier 1-3)
- Collaborate with grade-level teams to strengthen Tier 1 universal practices (inclusive classroom routines differentiation accessible learning environments).
- Plan and deliver Tier 2 targeted small-group interventions (e.g. literacy numeracy social-emotional learning skills) using short cycles progress monitoring and clear entry/exit criteria.
- Provide Tier 3 intensive individualised support as part of a multidisciplinary team approach coordinating goals strategies and consistent implementation across settings.
- Coordinate tiered support for students with diverse learning profiles monitoring progress through data collection and adjusting interventions as necessary.
- Provide specialized support for early literacy development (phonics phonological awareness) and language acquisition ensuring multilingual learners and students with specific learning needs are fully supported.
- Co-create and maintain Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) or equivalent support plans with measurable goals accommodations and intervention plans aligned to classroom learning.
- Maintain clear confidential records and contribute to school-wide systems for documentation scheduling and review cycles.
- Work in flexible models: co-teaching in-class support small-group pull-out and skill-building sessions selecting the approach that best protects belonging and access.
- Consult with classroom teachers to design differentiated learning experiences and assessments consistent with IB PYP approaches and an inclusive philosophy.
- Contribute to professional learning by sharing practical strategies for scaffolding executive function language-rich support and inclusive assessment.
- Use multiple sources of evidence (screeners classroom assessments observational data work samples) to identify need plan support and monitor impact.
- Support team decision-making through clear summaries of progress next-step recommendations and reflections on intervention effectiveness.
- Build trusting respectful relationships with families; communicate progress and strategies in ways that are clear culturally responsive and solutions-focused.
- Promote student agency by helping learners understand goals strategies and personal growth consistent with BBIS and IB values and whole-child development.
- Actively contribute to BBISs inclusive learning environment so students feel safe to take risks learn from mistakes and belong.
- Collaborate with counselling and other support services when appropriate to ensure coordinated whole-child support.
- Uphold BBIS safeguarding expectations and professional conduct standards; act immediately and appropriately on any concerns.
- Participate in meetings supervision duties school events and ongoing professional learning expected of BBIS faculty.
YOUR QUALIFICATION
- Required:
- Bachelors of education with a current teaching certification/license; Additional certifications in ESL/EAL or specific early literacy programs (e.g. Orton-Gillingham Wilson); Strong understanding and experience with UDL
- Preferred:
- Masters Degree in Special Education Inclusion or a directly related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Learning Support/Inclusion teacher in an International School setting. Proven experience working with the Early Years / Lower Primary age range (approx. ages 38).
- Experience working in an inquiry-based student centered framework preferably the IB PYP
- Essential:
- Demonstrated experience with the MTSS framework specifically designing interventions for Tier 2 and Tier 3; flexible adaptable team player who is willing to contribute and move the programme further
- A belief that every child is capable of growth and success paired with practical skill in making learning accessible.
- Solution-focused reflective and evidence-informed.
- Warm steady and culturally responsive able to thrive in a multilingual multicultural community.
About us
BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an independently run state-approved inclusive English-medium day and boarding school serving the internationally-minded community of Germanys capital region and beyond. As one of Europes leading International Baccalaureate (IB) schools BBIS proudly offers three IB programmes in the Primary Middle and Diploma years of the current school year 2025/26 our school teaches around 900 students who represent over 75 nationalities.
WORKING AT BBIS MEANS:
In line with our mission inclusion stands in the centre of our core values at BBIS to inspire everyone in our learning community to be responsible compassionate global citizens. As such we encourage applications for all positions from all qualified candidates including those who identify as BIPOC those with (dis)abilities LGBTQ individuals and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community to apply to join BBIS.
YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:
You will hear from us within 3 working days after each process step.
WORKING AT BBIS MEANS:
- Having an impact. With professional competence and enthusiasm we are improving day by day the educational level and you too can have an impact on this ride.
- Using our professional trainingto prepare you optimally for your task.
- Pushing boundaries. Everyone is equally important and works together on uncharted challenges alongside inspiring colleagues from all over the world.
- Having fun at work and beyond.Joining our team events theres always something to celebrate! Or using our fitness offers to get balanced.
- Feeling at home.Enjoying our green campus our relocation service and the international open-minded community.
In line with our mission inclusion stands in the centre of our core values at BBIS to inspire everyone in our learning community to be responsible compassionate global citizens. As such we encourage applications for all positions from all qualified candidates including those who identify as BIPOC those with (dis)abilities LGBTQ individuals and those traditionally underrepresented in the international school community to apply to join BBIS.
YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Online Application (including CV or Professional Business Profile e.g. LinkedIn)
- Video-interview (ca. 45 minutes)
- On-Site Interview (ca. 60 minutes)
- Optional Reference Check (ideally send 2 professional references in your application)
- Mandatory Compliance Documents - Submission of required compliance documents (incl. Measles
- Protection Police Clearance/Extended Criminal Records Check Child Protection Training etc.)
- Feedback and / or Offer
You will hear from us within 3 working days after each process step.
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About Company
BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an independently run, state-approved, inclusive, English-medium day and boarding school serving the internationally-minded community of Germany’s capital region and beyond. As one of Europe’s leading International Baccalaureate (IB) scho ... View more
