Primary English Teacher

ENGLISH TEACHER - UPPER PRIMARY SCHOOL

School Year 2024-2025

Classification Exempt

Reports To Head of Primary

Location Austin, TX, USA

Job Closing Date Open Until Filled

Openings (1)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The English Teacher will work in our Primary School (K-5th Grades). Teachers are responsible for creating a progressive learning environment where students can demonstrate thoughtful and ethical behavior and ensure that the values and principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) learner profile are at the heart of learning and relationships in the school. The English Teacher - Primary School will support the personal and academic development of students in their classroom and contribute to extracurricular, community, and service activities.

Essential Functions

• Plan and teach English lessons following the international Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP curricula) that differentiate for individual student needs and support students
• Use a wide range of technologies and creative teaching styles
• Regularly contributes to curriculum planning and development including interdisciplinary units of work and the development of transdisciplinary skills
• Plan with colleagues to deliver effective team teaching when possible
• Attend regular curriculum planning and student progress meetings
• Communicate students' progress toward realizing academic character development goals

Essential Functions As It Relates To:

Students

• Promotes high standards and expectations for all students for academic performance and responsibility for behavior
• Builds upon students’ prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and the mechanics of writing and usually include the four aspects of language use: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. May introduce and define various genres of literature, with writing exercises often linked to reading selections
• Teaches acting principles and techniques to individuals or groups
• Adapts course of study and training methods to meet student’s need and ability
• Serves as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education profession
• Ensures that the instructional programs engage the learner in tasks that require analytical and critical thinking, questioning the known, problem solving and creativity, that they address the range of skills and developmental needs found in the classroom
• Encourages students to define individual goals
• Maintains a safe and creative environment for their students

Faculty

• Supports teachers and co-workers
• Attends all staff/ faculty meetings
• Meets with Primary Years Programme Coordinator to review curriculum plans and activities and evaluate program's effectiveness

Administration

• Maintains records on each child's progress and development
• Keeps up-to-date records of attendance, curriculum, assessment tasks in Managebac
• Carries out supervision at break times, lunch times, and other times as required
• Prepares documentation for IB external assessment

Parents

• Communicates professionally and effectively to parents about student progress
• Works with Room Parent in planning and participating in parent activities
• Conducts individual parent conferences at the end of each term
• Establishes a positive relationship with each student's family
• Presents presentations to parents as needed
• Attends parent meetings when required
• Communicates and collaborates with parents of high needs students

Internal Community

• Participates in Fundraising and Marketing efforts to support the growth of our non-profit, independent school

External Community

• Curates local community offerings and communicates opportunities to school community
• Promotes the Magellan International School Mission
• Creates and maintains connections with relevant community resources

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in English/ Literature or similar degree
2. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
3. A minimum of two years' experience teaching English
4. Experience in integrating IT with teaching
5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment
6. Ability to create a stimulating classroom environment
7. Ability to utilize the local context and environment to enhance learning
8. Ability to work with parents

Personal Attributes and Skills

1. Dynamic, empathetic communicator
2. Child focused - warm, caring, and supportive
3. Passion for teaching and learning
4. Flexibility and willingness to work with teams
5. Desire to be part of a growing school by committing to its vision and mission

Salary and Benefits

A competitive salary based on experience and a total compensation package including medical and supplemental benefits, optional 401K, and paid vacation and sick days.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office as well as a classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets and requires lifting, bending, standing, and stooping.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

“Core” work hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Availability during occasional nights and weekend events.

Travel

Some out-of-area travel may be expected, but is not common.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position, to include fingerprinting at the expense of the applicant, if no record exists for the applicant in the Texas Department of Public Services database. CPR/First Aid and Texas Food Handler’s Certificates will also be required for any employees working with students, fees which will be paid by Magellan or reimbursed upon completion of the required training.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the school.

AAP/EEO Statement

Magellan International School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetics, or status as a Veteran. In addition to federal law requirements, the Magellan International School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, lay