Upper School Teacher

Key Responsibilities

● Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Literature lessons aligned with the school curriculum.

● Develop students’ reading, writing, literary analysis, critical thinking, and communication skills.

● Guide students in the analysis and interpretation of literary texts across a range of genres, authors, cultures, and historical contexts.

● Encourage thoughtful discussion, independent thinking, and personal responses to literary works.

● Develop students’ ability to construct well-supported arguments and communicate ideas effectively in written and oral form.

● Design and implement assessments to evaluate student progress and achievement.

● Provide timely, constructive, and meaningful feedback to students.

● Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

● Integrate technology and innovative teaching methodologies into the classroom.

● Promote students’ appreciation of literature, language, and diverse perspectives.

● Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, school initiatives, and interdisciplinary projects.

● Monitor and support students’ academic progress and overall development.

● Maintain accurate records of student performance, attendance, and assessments.

Skills

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

● Strong literary analysis, critical thinking, and interpretation skills.

● Strong classroom management and student engagement abilities.

● Excellent organizational and planning skills.

● Ability to foster meaningful discussion and encourage independent thinking.

● Adaptability and proficiency in educational technology.

● Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in Literature, English, Education, Linguistics, or a related field.

● Teaching certification is desirable.

● Master’s degree in Education, Literature, or a related field is a plus.

● Intermediate to advanced level of English (preferred for bilingual environments).

Experience

● Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching Literature or a related subject at secondary or high school level.

● Experience in curriculum planning and competency-based assessment.

● Experience teaching literary analysis, critical reading, and academic writing.

● Experience in bilingual or international school settings is desirable.

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 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.