PYP Teacher - 5K​/G1 - English (Bilingual

Primary School English (Bilingual) PYP Teacher

Atlanta International School (AIS) offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum to all students, from 3K through grade 12. Our challenging academic programs develop internationally minded, critical-thinking students able to take complex and often disparate knowledge, concepts and skills, and forge these into new and unique ways of solving problems. We provide a rigorous education in a diverse, multicultural, multilinguistic community where the reality and hope of human potential are in action.

Our mission at AIS is to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. All AIS employees believe deeply in the potential of each student, value critical thinking (their own and students') and know learning can be fun and exciting. AIS offers an incredible spirit of community and diversity of perspectives that come from students, families, and employees representing more than 90 nationalities and over 60 languages.

Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with students in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. With a transdisciplinary focus, AIS teachers also integrate innovative learning strategies while working with a diverse student population. Our School is committed to the safety and well-being of every child. We maintain rigorous safeguarding practices to ensure a secure, supportive, and nurturing environment where all students can thrive.

JOB PURPOSE:

Primary School classroom teachers collaborate with a full-time teaching assistant in English, sharing the responsibility of the class. Teachers also collaborate across languages to co-plan grade-level content aligned with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), emphasizing transdisciplinary learning through the lens of inquiry. Teachers foster an intentionally inclusive atmosphere where all students feel a sense of belonging.

Position Status: 10-month employee AIS Position Status:
Teacher Hours per week: 40 hours (Full-time) FLSA:
Exempt

Reports to:

Head of Primary School

Start Date:

August 17, 2026 or before Final date to receive applications:
August 12. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

• Collaborate and co-teach with grade-level colleagues
• Differentiate content and language instruction for learner variability (scaffolding)
• Cultivate relationships with students and build a positive classroom environment
• Develop an intentionally inclusive and safe learning environment where all voices are seen, heard, and valued
• Establish a proactive, supportive classroom culture with clear and consistent routines
• Foster a dynamic and joyful learning environment by designing engaging inquiry-based lessons
• Demonstrate knowledge of best practices for dual language learning and teaching
• Implement effective assessment & data use practices
• Communicate with diverse cultural & linguistic groups
• Demonstrate a flexible mindset

• Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience as a primary teacher.
• Proficiency in English is required, with additional advanced proficiency in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Successful experience in an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary, or IB PYP environment is preferred, though strong applicants with experience in other curricula are also encouraged to apply.
• Enthusiastic about teaching within a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in second language acquisition (SLA) approaches and classroom application.
• Experience with Restorative Practices and/or Responsive Classroom.

To be considered for the above-mentioned position, please submit the following items through our online career site a letter of interest, resume, and email and phone contact information for three professional references with at least one being supervisory in nature by the stipulated deadline. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs.

Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

EEO AIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States  aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.