Job Role: PYP Teacher (International Baccalaureate)
Location: Ansal Sushant Golf City, Lucknow
The teacher will integrate the principles of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with the child-centred philosophy of Montessori education to support the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of every learner.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, inquiry-based lessons aligned with the IB PYP framework.
- Incorporate Montessori principles and practices to encourage independence, self-directed learning, and hands-on exploration.
- Design meaningful learning experiences that develop conceptual understanding, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, interests, and abilities of students.
- Foster literacy, numeracy, and transdisciplinary learning through engaging classroom experiences.
- Integrate technology appropriately to enhance teaching and learning.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes student agency and wellbeing.
Assessment and Reporting
- Assess student learning using formative and summative assessment strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievement.
- Provide constructive and timely feedback to students and parents.
- Prepare student reports and portfolios in accordance with school and IB guidelines.
- Use assessment data to inform planning and improve student outcomes.
Classroom Environment
- Develop a well-organized classroom that reflects both Montessori and IB learning philosophies.
- Encourage respect, responsibility, empathy, and positive behaviour through restorative and proactive classroom management practices.
- Ensure classroom resources are effectively maintained and utilized.
Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with PYP coordinators, specialist teachers, learning support teams, and colleagues.
- Participate actively in collaborative planning meetings and curriculum development.
- Contribute to school events, exhibitions, assemblies, and co-curricular programmes.
- Build strong partnerships with parents through regular communication, conferences, and workshops.
Professional Development
- Participate in IB workshops, Montessori professional development programmes, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Stay updated with current educational research and best practices in early and primary education.
- Reflect on teaching practices and contribute to the school's culture of continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or a relevant subject.
- B.Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Montessori certification (AMI, AMS, or equivalent) is mandatory/preferred.
- IB PYP training or prior experience in an IB World School is highly desirable.
- Minimum 2–5 years of teaching experience in Lower Primary or Elementary Years.
- Sound knowledge of Montessori pedagogy and child development.
- Ability to create engaging, student-centred learning experiences.
- Excellent classroom management and relationship-building skills.
- Strong planning, organization, and assessment abilities.
