Date posted:2024-03-27 | Writer: The International School of Brno | Email: [email protected]
The International School of Brno is seeking a qualified and experienced MYP Language and Literature Teacher to join our team. At ISB we are always excited to welcome new team members from all around the world! Working at ISB is a great opportunity to learn and grow in an inspiring environment and develop both professionally and personally.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Teaching qualifications
- Minimum 2 years experience with IB MYP curriculum
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of diverse learners
- Proficient in technology integration within classroom instruction
- Knowledgeable about current trends in language arts/literature education
- C1 English Proficiency
Values and Attitudes:
At International School of Brno, we value educators who demonstrate:
- A passion for teaching language arts/literature
- A commitment to student-centred learning
- An ability to foster positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents/guardians
- A willingness to collaborate with other teachers across disciplines
- An openness towards professional development opportunities
BENEFITS:
Full Health Insurance provided in accordance with Czech Labour Laws
Incoming and outgoing flights paid
(For non-EU nationals) – VISA process overtaken by ISB
Relocation costs negotiated with teachers
The school locates teachers‘ flats and provides the security deposit
Professional Development opportunities both in and out of house provided
Salary and cost of living:
The Pay Scale is provided to candidates after the first interview.
For information about the cost of living in Brno and the Czech Republic, please visit www.numbeo.com and www.expats.cz.
Recruitment process:
Candidates should send their CV, complete with references to [email protected]. They can expect a reply within 2 - 3 school days.
Based on a candidate's application package including CV, an initial skype interview is scheduled. The main purpose of the talk is to establish that the teacher and the school are a good match. These talks typically last 15 minutes and candidates are asked questions on core issues such as Values, Approaches to Teaching and Learning, etc.
If, after the first talk, there are indications the teacher and ISB are well-matched, a second, more formal interview is arranged and candidates references are contacted.
The second interview typically lasts at least 30 minutes and are held with the Head of ISB and another member of the Leadership team. More detailed questions about T&L will be asked and candidates will also be asked about their previous experiences. Candidates are also given time to ask any questions they like.
At the end of the second talk, a timeline will be agreed during which the candidates will be informed of the school's decision (or further information will be exchanged). If an offer is made, the HR secretary will send a sample contract within 24 hours and the school will request that an answer be provided by a specific date.
If the candidate accepts the position, the contracts are signed and other relevant processes are initiated.
