We are seeking from August, 2023:
Individuals & Societies Teacher
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
- Be able to work with virtual technology as there is a close cooperation with the STEM coordinator
- 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.
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 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
- 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 December 4th, 2022 to renate.tviberg.hegre@isbergen.no
