International Schools Partnership Careers

ISP Secondary/Middle/High School Teacher Role Profile

Purpose of Role

Implement and deliver the National/International Curriculum and/or Foundation Stage Curriculum, according to the age, aptitude and abilities of the pupils being taught;

Maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom;

Contribute to constructive team-building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and

members of the Senior Leadership Team

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Secondary/Middle/High School Teacher Key Responsibilities

Curriculum

Plan, prepare and deliver schemes of work in accordance with school policies and guidelines;

Maintain a working knowledge of National Curriculum & International Curriculum documents;

Maintain records of pupils’ progress including all statutory documents required by the Department for Education;

Ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet the varying learning

and social needs of each child;

Keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning;

Be able to set clear targets, based on prior attainment for pupils’ learning;

Provide a stimulating classroom environment in which to foster effective teaching and learning, and where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils. (This includes corridor areas immediately adjacent to the classroom)

Undertake any other reasonable requests by the Head of Section or other line manager.

Pastoral

Be aware of the physical and emotional well-being of pupils and the need to respond to particular situations;

Maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils, in accordance with the school’s behaviour and uniform policies;

Communicate and cooperate with specialists and/or outside agencies, e.g. school nurse, educational psychologist;

Undertake any other reasonable requests by the Head of Section or other line manager.

Administration and organisation

Understand and implement:

Regulations and correct procedures relating to attendance registers

Emergency and evacuation procedures

Health and safety policies

Playtime and lunchtime supervision

All curriculum policies

Any other organisational policies or agreed procedures or guidelines;

Administer, supervise and, where necessary, assess the appropriate Assessments;

Conduct standardised or other tests when required and document pupils’ performance;

Participate, when required, in the assessment of potential new students according to the ISP/ITJZE admissions process;

Participate in meetings which relate to the school’s management, curriculum, administration or organisation;

Liaise with colleagues to enable satisfactory transfers of children within the school, or to and from other schools;

Support major school events;

Lead or participate in school visits and extra-curricular activities wherever possible;

Lead and supervise support staff , voluntary helpers or students within the classroom;

Participate in the performance management system for the appraisal of their own performance or that of other teachers;

Attend and participate in training days;

If the teacher speaks Spanish/English, they may be asked to assist with translation or interpreting, when required;

Undertake any other reasonable requests by the Head of Section or other line manager.

Subject responsibilities

Plan and deliver the schemes of work in the assigned subjects and classes;

Ensure continuity and progression in those subjects within the middle school and plan for their development up throughMiddle & High School;

Ensure effective progression and communication with other Key Stages;

Give advice and information to colleagues where possible;

Undertake to provide or arrange in-service training for colleagues;

Feedback from courses taken;

Be responsible for the subject resources throughout the department;

Plan and manage the subject budget.

Undertake any other reasonable requests by the Head of Section or other line manager.

Person Specification

Essential

Child-Centered approach

Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development

Be able to teach in areas outside their first subject, at Middle School level.

Contribute meaningfully to extracurricular ,enrichment and school events programmes

Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent)

Desirable

Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development

Contribute meaningfully to extracurricular ,enrichment and school events programmes

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Professional Experience

1–3 years of teaching experience at the secondary level (preferred).

Experience teaching subject-area classes aligned with SEP standards.

Participation in school projects, extracurricular activities, or student tutoring.

Collaboration in school technical councils or academic committees.

Attendance at teacher training courses, diplomas, or professional development workshops.

Academic Background

- Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education or in the corresponding subject area (e.g., Mathematics, Spanish, Science, History, English, etc.).

- Professional license (cédula profesional) or degree officially registered with the SEP (Secretaría de Educación Pública).

- (Preferred) Master’s Degree in Education, Teaching, or Educational Management.

- Strong knowledge of the Common Curricular Framework and current SEP study plans and programs.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.