Library & Intervention Teacher

Fairmont Schools Inc; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ISP U.S. is seeking a proactive Academic Leader for the Primary division to design and oversee the core academic program, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery and student-centered pedagogy.

This role will manage the Primary teaching team and drive continuous improvement across instructional practices. The successful candidate will monitor student progress, coordinate family engagement, and prepare performance reports while upholding safeguarding and inclusion commitments across a safe

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Primary Education or related field.
• Valid teaching certificate or license as required by local regulations.
• Minimum teaching experience in Primary Education; bilingual or international schools is a plus.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Solid planning, organization, and assessment skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and student-centered learning.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee the Primary academic program and ensure effective curriculum delivery.
• Lead recruitment, mentoring, and evaluation of the Primary teaching team; support ongoing training.
• Monitor students’ academic, social, and emotional progress; implement wellbeing strategies.
• Engage families through timely communication, meetings, and school events.
• Prepare academic and performance reports; coordinate timetables, assessments, and activities; ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Primary Education

Teaching certification

Job description

Job Description Purpose of Role To plan, deliver, and assess high-quality learning experiences for primary school students, fostering their academic, social, emotional, and personal development in a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, while implementing the school curriculum in alignment with the school's mission, vision, and values.

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 Responsibilities

Academic and Pedagogical Leadership

Design, implement, and oversee the Primary academic program. Ensure effective delivery of the curriculum and pedagogical methodologies. Promote innovative, student-centered teaching practices. Analyze academic results and establish continuous improvement plans.

Teaching Staff Management

Coordinate, mentor, and evaluate the Primary teaching team. Identify professional development needs and support ongoing training. Lead pedagogical meetings and foster collaborative teamwork. Participate in the recruitment and induction of new teaching staff.

Student Monitoring

Oversee students' academic, social, and emotional progress. Implement support strategies for students with specific learning needs. Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Coordinate behavior management and wellbeing strategies.

Family Engagement

Maintain effective and timely communication with parents and guardians. Participate in parent meetings, conferences, and school events. Address and follow up on concerns or significant situations.

Administrative Management

Prepare academic and performance reports for the Primary section. Coordinate timetables, assessments, and school activities. Ensure compliance with internal policies and educational regulations.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Primary Education or a related field. Valid teaching certification or license, as required by local regulations. Minimum of X years of teaching experience in Primary Education. Experience in bilingual or international schools is an advantage. Strong classroom management and instructional skills. Sound knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching methodologies. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Strong planning, organizational, and assessment skills. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs. Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively as part of a teaching team. Commitment to continuous professional development and student-centered learning.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is primarily an office/sedentary position. The position may require some degree of intermittent bending, stooping, reaching, and stretching. The job may also require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs.

E-Verify Participation

ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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.