Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona, part of the Nord Anglia Education group, offers a world-class education to students aged 4 months to 18 years. Located in vibrant Barcelona, Spain, our international community celebrates diversity and embraces over 40 nationalities.
At Hamelin-Laie, we nurture open-minded, resilient, and confident individuals through our holistic educational approach. Our curriculum inspires students to become socially, emotionally, and ethically aware, preparing them for an ever-changing world.
As a member of our dynamic team, you'll have the opportunity to shape the minds of tomorrow's leaders and collaborate with passionate educators from around the globe. Join us at Hamelin-Laie International School Barcelona and make a difference in the lives of our students. Together, we'll create a truly transformative learning experience.
Job Description Purpose
The role includes teaching Music and Performing Arts across the Primary stage, as well as leading and coordinating the specific Robotics curriculum for Year 4.
Ensure students make outstanding progress in their learning by:
* Providing an inspiring and effective education in the relevant curriculum areas.
* Engineering and exploiting opportunities to enhance student wellbeing and positive attitudes to learning.
* Building trusting and honest relationships with parents through timely and effective communications.
* Creating inspiring and safe learning environments that encourage innovation and risk-taking, and celebrate Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
* Acting to support colleagues within your teams, the wider school, and our multiple communities.
* Committing to Continuing Professional Development to enhance practice and increase impact on student learning.
* Playing an active and positive role in promoting a school culture based on Excellence, Respect, and Service.
Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks Teaching
* Provide an inspiring and effective education in the relevant curriculum areas.
* Plan effective lessons that reflect the department Unit Planners.
* Lead lessons aligned with the school's Teaching and Learning Charter, assessing student progress to offer support and challenge where needed.
* Provide regular verbal and written feedback on learning, in line with the school's assessment policy.
* Maintain accurate records of student attainment using official platforms.
* Participate in curriculum-based field trips and co-curricular activities, including NAE Global Campus.
* Prepare students for external examinations and determine predicted grades.
* Advise students on option choices.
* Support named students in undertaking Personal Projects.
* Participate in Academic Board meetings to support individual students.
Pastoral
* Enhance student wellbeing and attitudes toward learning.
* Keep regular attendance records.
* Liaise with relevant teams to ensure support for students in need.
* Carry out break and lunchtime duties as scheduled.
* Report any safeguarding concerns to the appropriate team.
* Mentor older students when appropriate.
* Uphold the student Code of Conduct at all times.
Parents
* Build trusting and honest relationships with parents through timely communication.
* Complete regular reports and attend scheduled conferences.
* Maintain ongoing records of student attainment in line with assessment policies.
* Engage in proactive, informal communication, including sharing positive updates.
* Promote best practices through newsletters, the yearbook, social media, and informal interactions.
* Support admissions during open days.
Environment
* Create learning spaces that promote innovation, risk-taking, and inclusion.
* Plan for effective classroom management and address behavior concerns according to school policy.
* Organize classrooms to enhance learning and use displays to support instruction or celebrate success.
* Report Health and Safety or IT issues promptly.
* Treat all students with equity, celebrate diversity, and ensure inclusion in all classrooms.
Teamwork
* Support colleagues in the school and wider communities.
* Assist Heads of Subject and Heads of Year with departmental development plans.
* Contribute to curriculum development and share resources, teaching strategies, and technology tools.
Professional Development
* Commit to continuous improvement through professional development.
* Use lesson observation feedback, data analysis, and student voice to improve practice.
* Stay up to date with subject content, curriculum changes, and innovative teaching approaches.
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