PYP Visual Arts Teacher

The International School of Monaco is seeking to appoint an experienced, motivated and suitably qualified teacher for the post of PYP Visual Arts Teacher in the Primary School. Previous experience teaching Visual Arts is a requirement.

The candidate will have high expectations of student learning and behaviour and will join a caring and experienced team. They will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of reflective teachers who are fully committed to academic excellence within a supportive and caring environment.

ISM and King’s College School, Wimbledon are “sister schools”, with day-to-day interaction taking place between staff and students at both schools and the sharing of outstanding practice in all areas. 

ISM has high aspirations to become a centre of educational excellence in Europe, and this unique collaboration gives ISM an opportunity to work alongside, and learn from, the very best.

ISM is an ambitious school that places a major emphasis on professional development and personal growth. High academic expectations are mirrored by established and proactive approaches to physical and mental wellbeing. 

If you are suitably qualified, believe in the value of an international education and are looking for a school where “the focus is on students and their learning,” we look forward to receiving your application.

The successful candidate will have:

• experience teaching within the IB PYP framework (desirable), including planning transdisciplinary learning experiences
• a commitment to creating a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment where learners feel confident to take creative risks
• the ability to encourage curiosity, experimentation, and resilience through the artistic process
• a reflective approach to teaching, with openness to feedback and continuous improvement
• a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school community through exhibitions, events, and collaboration
• a passion for teaching diverse learners with a range of strengths and challenges 
• a commitment to the ISM Values and Learning Principles
• a commitment to collaborative planning and teaching 
• experience in demonstrating and developing growth mindset tendencies
• a genuine interest in personal growth
• a passion for Visual Arts and Digital Design and a proven track record achieving successful outcomes with learners
• experience in curriculum development and teaching Visual Arts in a PYP and bilingual environment is a distinct advantage

Qualifications:

• a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a respected university
• recognised teaching status
• diploma or specialised training in Visual Arts

How to apply:

Please send your letter of application, along with curriculum vitae and application form, to: recruitment@ismonaco.com.

The ISM is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.