Grade 1 teacher

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About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and reflective Elementary School Teacher to join the International School of Curitiba as a temporary maternity leave substitute.In this role, you will support the continuity of learning and student wellbeing by creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and purposeful classroom environment.Working collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues, you will contribute to a learning experience grounded in ISC's commitment to Modern Learning, our Mission Everyone Learning Everywhere, and our Vision Teaching for the Future.This is an opportunity to join a collaborative international school community and make a meaningful contribution to students' learning, growth, and sense of belonging during the teacher's leave period.

Responsabilidades e atribuições

Key Responsibilities & Contributions

• Plan and facilitate engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with curriculum expectations and ISC's Modern Learning approach.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment where students feel valued, connected, and supported.
• Differentiate learning intentionally in response to students' individual strengths, needs, interests, and learning profiles.
• Use assessment and relevant learning data to inform planning, instruction, and student support.
• Provide timely, specific, and actionable feedback that supports student growth and learning.
• Foster student agency, independence, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, and resilience.
• Establish clear classroom routines and expectations that promote positive learning behaviors and student responsibility.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students and demonstrate genuine care for their individual needs and development.
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student learning, progress, wellbeing, and next steps.
• Collaborate with grade-level colleagues, specialists, support staff, and school leadership to support a coherent learning experience for students.
• Participate in professional learning and reflect on teaching practice to support continuous improvement.
• Contribute positively to the wider ISC community and uphold the school's commitment to Teaching for the Future.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Pedagogy, or a related teaching qualification.
• Valid teaching qualification/licensure.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is essential.
• Previous experience teaching elementary-aged students.
• Ability to design and facilitate engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and respond to diverse student learning needs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environments.