Primary IB PYP Homeroom Teacher

School Type

A well reputed Bilingual School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)

Contract Type

Full-time fixed-term contract (typically 2 years renewable)

Position Overview

The school is seeking an experienced and committed IB PYP Homeroom Teacher to join its Primary School faculty. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality inquiry-based learning aligned with the IB Primary Years Programme demonstrate strong classroom practice and contribute positively to a collaborative international school environment.

The role requires professionalism commitment to contract obligations and a student-centred approach to teaching and learning.

Teaching & Learning

Plan deliver and assess inquiry-based units aligned with the IB PYP framework.

Create a safe engaging and inclusive learning environment that supports academic social and emotional development.

Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners including EAL students.

Promote student agency critical thinking and conceptual understanding.

Collaboration & Team Teaching

Work closely and professionally with the Mandarin Co-Homeroom Teacher to en consistency.

Contribute to curriculum planning moderation and school improvement initiatives.

Assessment & Reporting

Use a range of ongoing (formative/summative) assessment strategies in line with IB PYP expectations.

Maintain accurate records of student progress and learning evidence.

Provide termly written reports and ongoing communication to parents regarding student progress learning and well-being.

Use school reporting platform to report

Parent & Community Engagement

Build positive respectful partnerships with parents through clear and professional communication.

Participate in parent conferences learning showcases and school events.

Contribute to a strong and inclusive school community.

Professional Responsibilities

Demonstrate high standards of professionalism reliability and ethical conduct.

Participate in IB professional development staff meetings and school events.

Support student well-being safeguarding and behaviour management.

Undertake additional duties as reasonably assigned by school leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors or Masters degree in Primary Education Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Recognised teaching qualification (QTS PGCE or equivalent).

Minimum 3 years of full-time teaching experience.

Native or near-native proficiency in English.

Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

Willingness and ability to honour contractual commitments.

Desirable

Prior experience teaching the IB PYP.

Experience working in an international preferably IBschool setting.

Experience teaching EAL/ESL learners.

Interest or experience in leading co-curricular or extra-curricular programmes.

Basic spoken Mandarin is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

Student-centred caring and culturally responsive.

Reflective practitioner committed to continuous professional growth.

Positive solution-oriented and adaptable.

Aligned with the IB Learner Profile and international-mindedness.

Commitment to Child Protection and Student Welfare

Benefits