ROLE SUMMARY:

International school of Monza are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and inspirational Teacher of Design Technology and ICT to join our team for September 2025.

Situated in the heart of the city and is in the ideal vicinity of buzzing Milan, the beautiful Italian lakes and ski resorts. We welcome approximately 320 students of nearly 40 nationalities, from ages 2.5 to 18. An International Baccalaureate continuum school, we strive to deliver the IB programmes in their purest form, embodying our core values and the IB’s Learner Profile in everything that we do.

Applicants will be highly qualified, fluent in English and be committed to supporting the academic and personal development of all young people. In addition, whilst IB experience is not essential, candidates should be committed to developing experiential learning through inquiry and be qualified to teach.

Application Requirements:

Submit the school application form (downloadable from TES), CV, and a cover letter in English explaining your interest. Applications close on 28 March but early submissions are encouraged as exceptional candidates may be appointed before the deadline.

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will uphold and actively promote the Principles and Values of the International School of Monza and contribute fully to the ethos and wider life of our community. The role of a teacher at IS Monza is to provide dynamic, creative and high-quality learning and teaching experiences for all our students, ensuring that they achieve their potential, both academically and personally. Teachers also undertake to support extra-curricular clubs and duties as agreed with the Principal and Head of Primary/Secondary.

Department:

The school has a very well-equipped ICT and Design Technology department. The department takes an inquiry approach to learning Design Technology and as such practical experimentation plays a significant role in learning and teaching in the department.

Students are taught ICT from Grade 2 (IBPYP) and Design Technology from Grade 7 (IBMYP). IS Monza is an International Baccalaureate continuum school offering PYP, MYP and DP.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and teach Design Technology in the MYP and ICT in the PYP.
• Lead educational technology initiatives.
• Teach MYP Maths or another subject as needed.
• Identify and develop relevant teaching resources.
• Differentiate lessons to meet individual pupil needs, providing challenge and support.
• Prepare engaging lessons and assessments in line with departmental schemes of work.
• Contribute to curriculum and teaching improvements.
• Utilize diverse teaching methods for online and face-to-face delivery.
• Engage in professional development and curricular updates.
• Ensure high achievement through effective communication and quality teaching.
• Collaborate within the Science department for quality assurance.
• Monitor pupil progress and report in line with policies.
• Support interdisciplinary learning initiatives.
• Promote the Science Department’s work.
• Maintain effective displays of pupil work.
• Meet deadlines with excellent time-management skills.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and support field trips and competitions.
• Represent the department and school positively.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Principal or Head of Secondary.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Essential:

• Academic and teaching qualifications.
• Proven success in teaching and assessing against national standards.
• Strong organisational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Clear and effective communication with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• ICT proficiency for teaching.
• Teamwork skills with a sense of humour and perspective.
• Strong professional knowledge and understanding.
• Ability to inspire children and adults.
• Positive attitude toward development and adaptability to new teaching approaches.
• Contribution to cross-curricular and whole-school initiatives.
• Willingness to engage in extra-curricular activities.
• Flexible and responsive in teaching and leadership.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Desired

• ​​​​​Postgraduate qualifications.
• Ability to teach a second subject.
• Experience presenting to a variety of year groups.
• IB Teacher, Marker, or Educator experience.
• Participation in extra-curricular activities and trips.
• Understanding of safety standards and risk management in experiments.
• Knowledge of emerging teaching technologies.
• Up-to-date on professional developments in Science.
• Proven ability to create a positive ethos.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

School Application Form

Please note that all applicants must complete the IS Monza application form which can be downloaded from TES (https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/teacher-of-ict-and-design-technology-italy-2183985) and uploaded along with a current C.V. and a covering letter detailing why you have the skills and attributes required for this position. All documents must be written in English.