Primary English Teacher (Temporary)

Cognita Schools; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 24.000 - 34.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Colegio Europeo de Madrid, part of Cognita, seeks a Primary English Teacher (Temporary) to inspire language and literacy. You will design and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons, assess progress, and provide feedback to help students thrive.

Work collaboratively with colleagues and families to ensure every child receives strong support. Requirements include a degree in Primary Education and at least two years of teaching; IB PYP experience is advantageous, and confident use of educational

Qualificações

• Degree in Primary Education or equivalent recognised qualification.
• At least two years’ teaching experience.
• IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) experience is advantageous.
• Proactive, culturally aware, and committed to educational excellence.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse learners.

Responsabilidades

• Inspire a love of language and literacy through engaging lessons.
• Design and deliver high-quality, inclusive lessons across the curriculum.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback to pupils.
• Create a positive learning environment where all pupils can thrive.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to support each child's needs.

Conhecimentos

Excellent communication skills

Motivating learners

Educational technology

Inclusive teaching

Formação

Degree in Primary Education

Equivalent recognised teaching qualification

IB PYP experience (advantage)

Ferramentas

Educational technology

Descrição da vaga

About the School - Colegio Europeo de Madrid

Colegio Europeo de Madrid is proudly recognised as one of the best schools in Las Rozas. Since 1989, our goal has been to develop the skills and abilities of our students in a personalized way, instilling in them a love of learning, curiosity, imagination and creativity. From our international school in Madrid, by teaching students in a bilingual environment and in a safe social and emotional environment, we pave the way for them to achieve their goals and overcome the challenges that arise. We want our students to see the world as a place full of possibilities in which they can grow as people and create value and well-being in society.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 86 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world". At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of 86 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class. It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role

As a Primary English Teacher (Temporary), you will inspire a love of language and literacy while delivering engaging, inclusive learning experiences that support every child’s academic, social and emotional development. You will design and deliver high-quality lessons that encourage curiosity, critical thinking and independence, helping pupils build strong communication and literacy skills while making meaningful connections across the curriculum. Working within a collaborative school community, you will assess progress, provide constructive feedback, and create a positive learning environment where all pupils can thrive. You will also work closely with colleagues, specialists and families to ensure every child receives the support and challenge they need to succeed.

Contract

This is a full-time, fixed-term contract position.

Who We Are Looking For

You will hold a degree in Primary Education or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification and have at least two years’ teaching experience. Experience of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is advantageous. You will be an enthusiastic and reflective educator with excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and engage learners of different abilities and backgrounds. We are looking for someone who is proactive, culturally aware, committed to educational excellence, and passionate about creating inclusive learning experiences. Confidence using educational technology to enhance learning and a genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing and safeguarding will also help you succeed in this role.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

AI Use Policy

We understand the value of AI tools and recognise the benefits they can offer to people who may need support with their writing. However, please be aware that we are increasingly rejecting CVs, expressions of interest and applications where the use of AI has resulted in content that feels generic, lacks personality or is indistinguishable from other submissions. By using your own words, experiences and ideas to demonstrate your motivation for applying and your alignment with the role, you will give yourself the best opportunity to stand out in a highly competitive field.