IB MYP English Language & Literature Teacher

Vagomet Oy | Go On Hämeenlinna; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 20 000 - 40 000; Part time

Job summary

The International School of Helsinki seeks a motivated part-time IB MYP English Language & Literature Teacher. This role emphasizes student well-being and includes delivering engaging lessons aligned with the IB curriculum. The teacher will contribute to a dynamic, inclusive learning environment and engage in curriculum development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English Language and Literature.
• Master-level proficiency in English.
• Criminal background checks must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the IB curriculum.
• Develop and integrate curriculum across subjects.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful classroom environment.

Skills

Expertise in teaching practices

Effective interpersonal skills

Positive approach to working with students

Education

Degree in pedagogy focused on English or Literature

Teacher certification

Job description

IB MYP English Language & Literature Teacher
Application Deadline: June 18, interviews to begin as soon as possible

The International School of Helsinki (ISH) is a vibrant, inclusive, and non-profit learning
community offering education to students aged 4 to 18 through the International
Baccalaureate (IB) continuum. Located in Finland capital, ISH fosters a global mindset and
prepares students for the complexities of the modern world. Our community includes over
100 staff members and approximately 500 students representing diverse cultures and
nationalities.

Are you a dedicated and experienced IB MYP English Language & Literature Teacher? We are seeking an experienced and motivated part-time IB MYP Language and Literature teacher. This is a part-time, temporary position within our dynamic IB World School, where student well-being is at the heart of our educational philosophy.

Key Responsibilities Include:
– Delivering engaging and thought-provoking lessons aligned with the IB curriculum,
emphasizing inquiry, analysis, and intercultural understanding.
– Developing and integrating curriculum across subject areas.
– Fostering a student-centered approach that values academic rigor while prioritizing
well-being.
– Differentiating instruction to ensure that all studentsregardless of background,
learning style, or abilityare both challenged and supported.
– Cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually stimulating classroom
environment where all voices are valued.
– Demonstrating a strong affinity for teaching at the MYP age range.
– Encouraging students to explore literature and language critically, making
connections between texts and the world around them.
– Contributing to a collaborative and innovative faculty dedicated to student success
and lifelong learning.

What We Offer
This role provides significant opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a
vibrant and progressive international learning community. ISH is welcoming, with a faculty committed to innovative and reflective teaching practices. The school offers competitive
compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment
that emphasizes inclusion, wellbeing, and autonomy, and where diverse perspectives are
celebrated.

Qualifications
– Education: Either a completed degree, or in the final stages of completing a degree (Masters preferred) in pedagogy focused on English, Literature, or a related field of study in the humanities.
– Certifications: Teacher certification.
– Experience teaching English Language and Literature
– Skills: Expertise in teaching practices, effective interpersonal skills and a
positive approach to working with students, parents and teachers.
– Language: Master-level proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English.

Child Protection & Safeguarding
ISH is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people. Successful candidates must pass background checks, including
police clearance and reference verification.
How to Apply
Please submit the following to [e-mail]:
– A letter of application explaining your suitability for the role and alignment with ISHs
values and IB inclusion principles.
– A current CV where three references are listed, including one from your most recent
employer.
– Evidence of experience in fostering student wellbeing and managing counselling
programmes.

Key Dates:
Application Deadline June 18, 2025
Employment period: July 28, 2025 – May 30, 2026

Statement of Anti-Discrimination
At ISH, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
We actively promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) and ensure equal
opportunities for all individuals, regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, age, physical
abilities, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

Employment relationship:Employment

Work hours:Part-time 5-25 hours per week

Work start date:According to agreement

Wage:Fixed salary

Number of positions:1

Notes for applying:Please submit the following to [e-mail]:
A letter of application explaining your suitability for the role and alignment with ISHs
values and IB inclusion principles.
A current CV where three references are listed, including one from your most recent
employer.
Evidence of experience in fostering student wellbeing and managing counselling
programmes.

Source: Job Market Finland/Työmarkkinatori

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