Primary Teacher – Open to all Subjects bei Berlin Metropolitan School

BMS is the largest international school in the center of Berlin. More than 1000 students from over 60 countries attend our school and are taught using the best international and national curriculum programs. The Berlin Metropolitan School is an all-day school, allowing students from kindergarten through 12th grade to complete a modern and values-based education, culminating into an internationally recognized diploma. An international team of more than 200 dedicated employees lead the way for the learning success of our students.

THE EXCITING CHALLENGE

• Support and promote the school and the IB mission statements.
• Help select resources and manage them efficiently within the classroom.
• Ensure the classroom is organized, stimulating and attractive.
• Demonstrate effort and commitment to make lessons enjoyable and relevant to all learners.
• Encourage students to continue their learning independently and spark enthusiasm and love for learning by modelling this themselves.
• Differentiate lessons in order to accommodate for varying levels of English, ability and approaches to learning.
• Integrate Technology meaningfully into everyday teaching and learning.
• Show a good understanding and use of the school’s written curriculum and policies in their teaching practice.
• Be supportive of the school’s mission, an active participant in the greater life of the school and in the team with the willingness to share expertise with colleagues.
• Compile meaningful and effective communications for the parents that reflect the high-quality teaching & learning taking place in the class.

YOUR PROFILE

• Committed, experienced and well-qualified teacher, who seeks opportunities to extend expertise and looks for improvement to provide high-quality teaching.
• A Bachelors or Master´s degree in Primary Education and/or in the specific subject.
• At least two years of teaching experience preferably in a multilingual learning environment.
• Experience in teaching the IBPYP curriculum is desirable.
• Experience in using technology to enrich student learning.
• Excellent English language skills.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT BMS

• We offer a modern, inspiring work environment with international employees and an open school community in the heart of Berlin.
• Benefits such as relocation package (visa, settling in allowance, housing support etc.), a monthly benefits card of 30€, discounted lunch and weekly health & wellbeing offers.
• The opportunity to grow in an interesting environment and to define with us new quality standards in the field of education.
• Our co-operation and the sense of belonging together are characterized by a special team spirit and a respectful and harmonious interaction.
• Our open-door-culture with the leadership, joint learning and case counselling creates an inspiring and supporting collaboration.
• Continuous personal development through professional development days and individual training.
• We offer best conditions for a modern classroom with a comprehensive range of modern technology and resources.

BMS is the oldest international school in the center of Berlin. Over 1000 students from more than 60 countries attend our school and are taught using the best international and national curriculum programs. Berlin Metropolitan School is an all-day school, allowing students from kindergarten through 12th grade to complete a modern and values-based education, culminating into an internationally recognized diploma. An international team of 200 dedicated employees lead the way for the learning success of our students.

International Mindedness and Global Engagement

International mindedness and global engagement at BMS are reflected in our respect and appreciation of diverse cultural beliefs, values, attitudes, and languages and our acceptance of the complexities that these present. We challenge one another to consider and negotiate our understandings of other views and ways of thinking as we develop as individuals and enrich our community. Openness to other perspectives is fostered at BMS through learning experiences, which inspire curiosity and empathy, and educators who role-model reflective thinking and debate. Our curriculum presents all learners with opportunities to engage in positive action based upon their knowledge of and compassion for our global society.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning based on the IB Principles

At BMS, teaching and learning challenges students to become engaged learners who are curious about the world around them, knowledgeable and skillful in pursuing their own inquiries and who take actions to bring about positive change. At the heart of our pedagogical appro