Employment

Relevant Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• An appropriate degree in Education,
• Certified teacher status in Norway. This can be applied for once a contract has been signed (NOKUT and UDIR Accreditation are required for permanent contracts),
• Must be familiar with the Norwegian LK20 curriculum
• Be a lifelong learner in the area of I&S and constantly update one's knowledge and keep current
• Able to work  with virtual technology as there is a close cooperation with STEAM 
• Able to work in an innovative educational environment
• Able to provide a clean police background check
• Flexible, able to collaborate with others
• Committed to the philosophy and practice of the International Baccalaureate
• An understanding and commitment to safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. 

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Teaching and learning: 

• Create a warm learning environment that supports inquiry-based learning,
• Foster students’ self-esteem, motivation and social responsibility,
• Empower students to become independent learners
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and students to maintain positive, supportive relationships and ensure continuity and progression in the curriculum
• Guide students in their Personal Projects
• Be familiar with and able to lead Model United Nations

Student life beyond the classroom: 

• Supervise students as per the playground duty roster, 
• Take an active part in House and sporting activities, field trips and residential trips as required,
• Support community events throughout the year.

General: 

• Contribute to the ongoing development of an environment of safety and in which every child can flourish,
• Conduct oneself professionally, operating at all times in line with ISB’s Core Values, policies and procedures,
• Demonstrate a willingness to communicate openly, calmly and professionally as part of ISB team 
• Be an active, positive participant in collaborative planning and meetings
• Teaching assignments are subject to change depending on need.

 

We are offering:

• An inspiring international working environment,
• An active workplace where we see and encourage each other,
• An exciting and stimulating professional environment in constant development,
• Professional and personal development,
• Salary according to the agreement with the Norwegian Teacher Union
• Good pension scheme 2% contribution
• Salary depends on experience and qualifications and will be in the range of NOK 530.000 - 630.000

 

Candidates will be expected to comply with ISB's Child Protection Policy.

Please send a letter of application and CV no later than April 4th, 2025 to recruitment@isbergen.no
 

Position:
Start Date: 1 August 2025

Are you passionate about language, literature, and inspiring young minds? We are seeking from August 1st, 2025 a dedicated MYP English Teacher to join our innovative and inclusive international school community.

About the Role:
As an MYP English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and inquiry-based instruction aligned with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. You’ll foster a love for reading, writing, and critical thinking in students from Grades 6–10, encouraging them to become confident communicators and reflective learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use a range of formative and summative assessment strategies
• Contribute to interdisciplinary units and collaborative planning
• Support students in developing ATL skills and a global mindset
• Create a warm learning environment that supports inquiry-based learning,
• Foster students’ self-esteem, motivation and social responsibility,
• Empower students to become independent learners
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and students to maintain positive, supportive relationships and ensure continuity and progression in the curriculum
• Guide students in their Personal Projects

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in English,  or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Teaching certification or qualification (PGCE or equivalent) approved by NOKUT in Norway
• Strong understanding of inquiry-based and concept-driven learning
• Excellent communication and intercultural skills
• Must be familiar with the Norwegian LK20 curriculum
• Be a lifelong learner in the area of English and constantly update one's knowledge and keep current
• Be able to work  with virtual technology as there is a close cooperation with STEAM 
• Be able to work in an innovative educational environment
• Be able to provide a clean police background check
• Be flexible, able to collaborate with others
• Be committed to the philosophy and practice of the International Baccalaureate
• An understanding and commitment to safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

Student life beyond the classroom: 

• Supervise students as per the playground duty roster, 
• Take an active part in House and sporting activities, field trips and residential trips as required,
• Support community events throughout the year.

General: 

• Contribute to the ongoing development of an environment of safety and in which every child can flourish,
• Conduct oneself professionally, operating at all times in line with ISB’s Core Values, policies and procedures,
• Demonstrate a willingness to communicate openly, calmly and professionally as part of ISB team 
• Be an active, positive participant in collaborative planning and meetings
• Teaching assignments are subject to change depending on need.

 

We Offer:

• A vibrant, international learning community
• Opportunities for professional growth and IB training
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

 

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are an enthusiastic educator who believes in student-centered learning and values international-mindedness, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Now: Send your covering letter and curriculum vitae to
 recruitment@isbergen.no
 Application Deadline: 4th April 2025
 

Applicants must:

• hold, or be willing to apply for qualified preschool teacher status in Norway
• work in line with the Norwegian Kindergarten Act and Framework plan for Kindergartens 
• develop an understanding for the philosophy and practice of the International Baccalaureate and Primary Years Programme
• be able to create a safe, warm, and inclusive learning environment where the children's need for sensitive, patient, and present staff are met at all times 
• contribute actively to an innovative educational environment
• be flexible and enjoy collaborating with others
• be able to provide a clean police background check.
• comply with both ISB’s GDPR policy and ISB’s Child Protection Policy 

 

General: 

• contribute to an environment of safety and in which every child can flourish
• conduct oneself professionally, operating at all times in line with ISB’s Core Values, policies, and procedures
• demonstrate a willingness to communicate openly, calmly, and professionally as part of the ISB team 
• be an active, positive participant in collaborative planning and meetings
• be willing and comfortable to work with all age groups in the ECC

 

We are offering:

• an inspiring international work environment
• an active workplace where we see, listen to, and encourage each other
• professional and personal development
• a workplace that follows the school calendar and closures of ISB
• salary according to the PBL salary scale

The working hours for preschool teachers are 37,5 hours per week. 30,5 hours are  scheduled for teaching and 7 hours per week are non-contact time used for team collaboration meetings and planning. 

Our language of instruction is English.

If you have any questions in regards to this position, please contact Alyssa Dyrdal, the ECC Principal at alyssa.dyrdal@isbergen.no.

Send a letter of application and CV no later than April, 9th 2025 to recruitment@isbergen.no with “ECC” in the subject line.