Lead Junior School English Teacher

Location

India | United Kingdom

Job description

We look for outstanding educators whose work is characterised by passion, the ability to inspire others, excited by the opportunity to make a difference and committed to helping young people find their grand passion in life! Set on a beautiful 100-acre campus south of the historic city of Hyderabad, the Aga Khan Academy is part of a network of Academies which will eventually form an inter-connected global learning community of 18 schools in 14 countries. Based on the vision of His Highness the Aga Khan, the Academy deliberately recruits young people from a diversity of backgrounds and irrespective of their ability to pay. Our holistic approach enables young people to become ethical leaders empowered to make a positive contribution in a changing world. Children’s needs are at the heart of the Academy’s focus and high quality pastoral care is paramount. 

Lead Junior School English Teacher  

The Academy seeks a well-qualified, caring, and inspiring lead teacher for our junior school English classes and to support young English language learners for Grades 1 to 6, ideally with experience of teaching the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic environment as part of an established Learning Enrichment team.

Teachers at the Aga Khan Academy are expected to:

1. Be committed to the vision of the Academy and our distinct educational philosophy.

2. Be enthusiastically involved in the Academy’s Enrichment Programme. 

3. Play an active role in the residential life of a thriving school community which values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and students.

Required:

·        A good first degree in a relevant field.

·        ESL training or experience with teaching second language learners would be preferred.

·        Experience of working successfully in a multi-cultural environment.

Applications must include a brief statement describing the key features of your philosophy of education and approach to working with young people. Please indicate clearly in your application how your experience and expertise might align with the expectations we have highlighted.

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