Elementary / Primary Teacher

Client of Edvectus; Egypt (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

International School Cairo in Cairo, Egypt, is seeking an Elementary Primary Teacher for Grade 2 to commence in August 2026. The role offers the option to work within either the British or American educational pathway and requires experience with US curriculum on an international campus.

The school values high academic achievement, strong pastoral care and collaboration with families, with a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing throughout the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or the relevant subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as B.Ed., PGCE or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification teaching experience in a comparable role and subject area.
• Relevant experience with the British or American curriculum, depending on the position.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative, positive and solutions-focused approach to teaching and learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding, child protection and student wellbeing.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider school community and extracurricular programme.
• Successful completion of child protection screening, references and appropriate pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 2 within either the British or American pathway.
• Deliver high-quality lessons with strong classroom practice and student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with parents and school community.
• Uphold safeguarding and child wellbeing standards.
• Participate in school activities and extracurricular programmes.

Skills

Excellent communication and Interper​s

Collaborative and solutions-focused

Extracurricular involvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant subject

B.Ed., PGCE or equivalent

Job description

ELEMENTARY PRIMARY TEACHER NEEDED FOR AUGUST 2026 Grade 2 This is for the American campus so US curriculum experience is preferred

Our client is a well-established international school in Cairo offering both British and American curricula from the Early Years through to Sixth Form Grade 12 with a history dating back to 1982 the school has built a strong reputation for academic achievement pastoral care and preparing students for leading universities worldwide

Located on a spacious purpose-built campus within the prestigious New Giza development the school provides an outstanding environment for both learning and teaching

The campus brings together modern academic performing arts and sporting facilities while its large and diverse student body is supported by a substantial team of international and local educators

This is an excellent opportunity for teachers seeking to join an established well-resourced international school in one of Cairo s most desirable locations with the opportunity to work within either the British or American educational pathway

Although the school offers both an adapted version of the British National Curriculum and a US Curriculum delivered mostly by British and American staff applicants have to be aware that the student population comprises mostly of academically motivated and well behaved Egyptian children this is not a typical western expatriate school

The school offers a rewarding exciting and supportive professional development opportunity

The school philosophy states: We believe children should be taught to be confident and establish standards of self-respect and discipline We believe that each and every child is able to do something well and by offering a full and comprehensive education we aim to find individual talent and help it grow We believe in accepting children of all abilities within the school s ability to provide for their needs working with them and making the best of their talents

Qualifications and Responsibilities

• Bachelor's degree in Education or the relevant subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as B.Ed., PGCE or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification teaching experience in a comparable role and subject area.
• Strong classroom practice with a proven record of achieving positive student progress.
• Relevant experience with the British or American curriculum, depending on the position.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• A collaborative, positive and solutions-focused approach to teaching and learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding, child protection and student wellbeing.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider school community and extracurricular programme.
• Successful completion of child protection screening, references and appropriate pre-employment checks.