English Teacher

ENGLISH TEACHER - PRIMARY SCHOOL

School Year:

Classification:
Exempt

Reports To:

Head of Primary School

Location:

Austin, TX, USA

Job Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Magellan International School in Austin, Texas, is seeking an English Teacher to work at the Primary School. The teacher will create a progressive learning environment where students demonstrate critical thinking and uphold the attributes of the International Baccalaureate (IB) learner profile. The teacher will support students' academic and personal development while contributing to extracurricular and community activities.

• Plans and teaches lessons following the IB Primary Years Program (PYP) curricula, differentiating for individual student needs.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching strategies and technologies.
• Participates in curriculum planning and student progress meetings.
• Maintains high standards for academic performance and behavior.
• Maintains up-to-date records of student progress, attendance, grades, and assessments.
• Fosters an engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
• Actively supervises students during carline, breaks and lunch.
• Attends educational field trips to support the curriculum.
• Communicates professionally with parents about student progress, collaborate with parents of high-needs students, and establish positive relationships with families.
• Serves as a role model for students by dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance of learning, accepting responsibility, and showing pride in the education profession.
• Encourages students to set individual goals and maintains a safe, creative learning environment.
• Contributes to curriculum planning and development, including interdisciplinary units and transdisciplinary skills, and plans with colleagues to deliver effective team teaching.
• Regularly build upon students’ prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and writing mechanics, covering: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Introduces & defines various genres of literature including writing exercises & reading selections.
• Attends staff/faculty meetings, supports colleagues, and collaborates with the PYP Coordinator on curriculum planning and program effectiveness.
• Participates in community engagement efforts & school initiatives to support the school's growth
• Promotes the school's mission and builds relationships with community partners.
• Works collaboratively with Spanish grade teachers to plan engaging "End of the Unit Celebrations".
• Support the 5th grade PYP Exhibition as a mentor every other year.

Performs other duties as assigned, which may change at any time with or without notice.

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Literature, Education or related field
• Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
• A minimum of 2 years of experience teaching English to elementary school age students
• Experience or training in the IB PYP preferred
• Knowledge of curriculum development, program evaluation, instructional strategies, classroom management, and learning assessments
• Experience integrating information technology (IT) with teaching
• Experience with Google Workspace, Toddle, and Apple Mac platforms preferred

• Dynamic and empathetic communicator
• Child-focused, warm, caring, and supportive
• Passionate about teaching and learning
• Flexible and willing to work collaboratively with teams
• Committed to the school's vision and mission

A competitive salary package commensurate with experience, including medical and supplemental benefits, tuition remission for dependent children, retirement offerings, and paid time off.

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