ROLE SUMMARY:

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 Science department with 3.5 full-time teachers, laboratories and a full-time Science technician. The Maths department has 3.5 full-time teachers. The departments take an inquiry approach to learning and as such hands-on learning and practical experimentation play a significant role in learning and teaching.

Students are taught general science from Grade 7-9 (MYP1-3) and the discrete sciences are taught from Grade 10. IS Monza is an International Baccalaureate continuum school offering PYP, MYP and DP. At the Diploma level Maths AA, Maths AI, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Systems and Societies are taught.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching Maths to IB Diploma Higher Level.
• Teaching Maths, General Science and one Science subject to Grade 11 (MYP).
• Sourcing and developing relevant learning resources with the team.
• Planning differentiated lessons to support and challenge all learners.
• Creating engaging lessons and assessments aligned with the curriculum.
• Contributing to curriculum reviews and teaching methods.
• Delivering lessons using a variety of effective strategies, online and in person.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development.
• Raising achievement through high expectations and collaboration.
• Supporting quality assurance and teamwork in the Science department.
• Tracking and reporting pupil progress per school policy.
• Volunteering in interdisciplinary school initiatives.
• Promoting Science Department activities locally and internationally.
• Maintaining displays of student work in classrooms and school spaces.
• Managing time effectively and meeting all deadlines.
• Participating in school life, including clubs and study sessions.
• Assisting with field trips, competitions, and science/maths projects.
• Supporting whole school events and extracurricular activities.
• Representing the department and school positively in all settings.
• Carrying out other tasks as assigned by school leadership.

Note that candidates will only be considered if they submit all three of the following documents: the school application form (https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/teacher-of-maths-and-science-italy-2203046), curriculum vitae and an accompanying letter outlining why you wish to be considered for this post. All applications should be written in English.

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.