Primary School Homeroom Teacher (fmd)
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Job Location:
Potsdam-Mittelmark - Germany
Monthly Salary:
€ 61 - 55059
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
BBIS has an opening for a Primary School Homeroom Teacher (f/m/d)
Contract: limited
Full-Time: 30 teaching hours per week / 40 working hours per week
Current salary range: 55059 - 61.88491 gross/year (full-time based on experience/qualifications)
Start date: 1. August 2026
Limited initially: 31. July 2028
The Primary School Homeroom Teacher plays a key role in delivering high-quality teaching within an inclusive inquiry-driven international school environment. Working within the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) the teacher designs engaging learning experiences that are conceptually driven student centered and responsive to the diverse strengths and needs of learners.
Contract: limited
Full-Time: 30 teaching hours per week / 40 working hours per week
Current salary range: 55059 - 61.88491 gross/year (full-time based on experience/qualifications)
Start date: 1. August 2026
Limited initially: 31. July 2028
The Primary School Homeroom Teacher plays a key role in delivering high-quality teaching within an inclusive inquiry-driven international school environment. Working within the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) the teacher designs engaging learning experiences that are conceptually driven student centered and responsive to the diverse strengths and needs of learners.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES
1. Teaching and Learning
- Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the IB PYP framework and concept-based inquiry.
- Design units and lessons that activate prior knowledge develop conceptual understanding and promote deep thinking.
- Implement Readers and Writers Workshop to support differentiated student-centred literacy instruction.
- Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to proactively plan for learner variability and remove barriers to learning.
- Plan assess and report against clear learning outcomes using a balance of formative and summative assessment practices.
- Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of academic social and emotional needs including through intentional conferring with students.
- Use a range of data sources to inform instruction and identify next steps for learning.
- Work collaboratively within an inclusive Multi Tiered System of Support (MTSS) informed environment using data to plan review and adjust supports for all learners.
- Collaborate closely with grade-level colleagues learning support teachers EAL teachers and specialists.
- Engage in co-teaching team teaching and shared planning to strengthen learning outcomes and support diverse learners.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with families as partners in learning.
- Contribute positively to a collaborative professional culture focused on reflection and continuous improvement.
- Create a safe inclusive and engaging classroom environment where all students feel valued supported and ready to learn.
- Promote and manage behaviour using a Positive Behaviour approach with an emphasis on teaching social skills self-regulation and problem-solving.
- Use Positive Behaviour strategies to support respectful relationships emotional regulation and a strong sense of belonging.
- Encourage student agency voice and shared responsibility for learning and behaviour within clear consistent expectations.
YOUR QUALIFICATION
Required
Important:Before beginning the employment at BBIS the following documents must be submitted:
- Recognised teaching qualification in Primary Education
- Experience with inquiry-based pedagogy
- Demonstrated experience using workshop model for teaching and learning
- Experience working in multicultural and multilingual environments
- High level of English proficiency
- Experience in international or IB World Schools
- Strong understanding and application of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Student-centred reflective teaching practice grounded in inquiry and continuous improvement
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
- Collaborative flexible and solution- and growth-focused mindset
- High levels of initiative professionalism and adaptability in a dynamic school environment
- Commitment to inclusive education and educating the whole child
- Ability to promote empathy respect and positive relationships within the school community
- Positive outlook resilience and a sense of humour
- Commitment to upholding and promoting the BBIS values mission and vision in daily practice
Important:Before beginning the employment at BBIS the following documents must be submitted:
- Proof of immunity against measles which must have been confirmed by a doctor if you were born after 1970. Alternatively a medical certificate of medical contraindication can be provided.
- The original certificate of the highest obtained (university) degree
- An extended certificate of conduct that must not be older than six months.
OUR OFFER
Grow with us in a diverse supportive team:
Structured onboarding and peer mentoring for new hires
Funded IB workshops annual professional development budget
Clear path to lead teacher Head of Department or IB Coordinator roles
A diverse faculty of international colleagues from various countries
Regular team-building events staff socials and open feedback culture
Inclusive ethos: explicit commitment to diversity equity anti-racism and safeguarding
You will empower students and colleagues aligned with BBIS values of inclusion innovation and global citizenship.
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:
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM
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.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international Safer Recruitment protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a 10-year employment history check satisfactory references and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries of residence you resided in for more than 6 months during the last 10 years.
YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS:
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
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.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY AND ANTI-RACISM
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.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
BBIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow international Safer Recruitment protocols. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a 10-year employment history check satisfactory references and enhanced police checks (erweitertes Führungszeugnis) from all countries of residence you resided in for more than 6 months during the last 10 years.
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
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
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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
