Working at TISB

Primary Years Teacher

The international School Bangalore is the premier co-educational HMC boarding school in India. We require dynamic, able and experienced Primary Years Teachers to join our school in July 2022.

Those appointed will have a minimum of two years teaching experience and a passion for learning. A knowledge of the Cambridge International Primary Programme or IB PYP would be an added advantage as our blended curriculum supports both approaches to learning. Having an extensive knowledge of current best practices and outstanding inter-personal skills are a must. An openness to understanding the complexities and demands of a multicultural school in an Indian setting is required as our children come from a diverse global community.

Classroom practitioners appointed will have experience of supporting students with diverse pastoral needs in a post-pandemic classroom and be skilled at adapting their learning environment and teaching style to accommodate this. A leadership responsibility for a subject or as a pastoral lead could be available for the right candidate, so if you have been leading an area or hold a whole school responsibility, this should be showcased in your application.

Person Specification  

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience.  

Essential Criteria 

• An enthusiastic commitment to all academic and wider-curricular aspects of Primary Years 

• Excellent English communication skills both orally and written 
• An awareness of the demands of teaching students who excel above grade level expectations and a commitment to fostering high academic achievement  
• A willingness to work hard with energy and enthusiasm and as part of a team 
• A professional approach which inspires confidence in teachers, pupils and parents 
• A calmness and efficiency with the ability to work under pressure at certain times 

• Be a positive and well-presented role model, with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with all members of the school community and outside agencies 
• An openness to the complexities and demands of a multi-cultural school in an Indian setting 
• Willingness to contribute to a thriving boarding community 
• The ability to exemplify the characteristics of outstanding teaching and learning practices  
• Competent ICT (Microsoft) skills 

• A commitment to the safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils  
• A sense of humour, a resilient and adaptable spirit to fit into living and working in a vibrant and dynamic culture 
• Possess internationally recognised teaching qualifications and a minimum of 2 years teaching experience 

Desirable Criteria 

• Knowledge of the requirements and operation of ISI in terms of teaching, learning and assessment  
• Experience of teaching the Cambridge Primary curriculum, English National curriculum or IB PYP curriculum 
• Experience of leading a subject area or significant whole school responsibility  
• Experience of designing and implementing strong systems of pastoral care 
• Living, teaching or volunteer work in a different culture 

A highly competitive salary that compares well to western rates will be paid and will be commensurate with experience. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to boarding duties and in return will enjoy accommodation on campus.

Please send a letter of application, together with curriculum vitae, including the contact details of three professional referees to the Principal, Dr Caroline Pascoe at [email protected]

Specification: PY Teacher (Expat)

No vacancies.

PHYSICS TEACHER

Position Opening for July 2024

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to join our thriving Physics Department. The successful candidate should be comfortable teaching students from Grade 6 through to IGCSE and IBDP. A willingness to be fully involved in the extra-curricular life of a busy boarding school is essential.

If you have the following, skills and experience please apply.

· Experience in guiding students through projects and research work

· Ability to create effective lesson plans and assignments

· Excellent communication and classroom management skills

· A willingness to develop and grow professionally

· 1-2 years of IBDP experience will be an added advantage

Responsibilities applicable to IBDP Teachers only

· Supervision of IOs as allotted

· Supervision of Exhibition work, Extended Essay as allotted

· Supervision of CAS activities/project as allotted

Past experience - Minimum 2 years in teaching Physics to higher grades, IGCSE and IBDP.

Education - PhD /M.Phil. /Post-Graduate Degree/B.Ed./PGDIE/CIDTL preferred.

Job Description for reference and information: SENIOR SCHOOL TEACHER

Interested candidates can write to us at [email protected] along with most updated CV.

ART TEACHER

Position Opening for July 2024

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to join our thriving Visual ART Department. The successful candidate should be comfortable teaching students from Grade 6 through to IGCSE and IBDP. A willingness to be fully involved in the extra-curricular life of a busy boarding school is essential.

If you have the following, skills and experience please apply.

· Experience in guiding students through projects and research work

· Ability to create effective lesson plans and assignments

· Excellent communication and classroom management skills

· Strong artistic skills and proficiency in various art forms and techniques

· Proficiency in using technology and digital tools for art instruction

· A willingness to develop and grow professionally

· 1-2 years of IBDP experience will be an added advantage

Responsibilities applicable to IBDP Teachers only

· Supervision of IOs as allotted

· Supervision of Exhibition work, Extended Essay as allotted

· Supervision of CAS activities/project as allotted

Past experience - Minimum 2 years in teaching Visual Art to higher grades, IGCSE and IBDP.

Education - – Post-Graduate Degree/Bachelor's Degree in Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Art Education from a reputed Art College/Institution

Job Description for reference and information: SENIOR SCHOOL TEACHER

Interested candidates can write to us at [email protected] along with most updated CV.

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to join our thriving Primary Years

· A knowledge and experience of the IB Primary Years Programme would be an added advantage as we are a PYP Candidacy school.

· Having an extensive knowledge of current best practices and outstanding inter-personal skills are a must.

· An openness to understanding the complexities and demands of a multicultural school required as our children come from a diverse global community.

· Classroom practitioners appointed will have experience of supporting students with diverse pastoral needs and be skilled at adapting their learning environment and teaching style to accommodate this.

· Ability to create effective lesson plans and assignments

· Excellent communication and classroom management skills

· A willingness to develop and grow professionally

Past experience - Minimum 2 years teaching experience and a passion for learning.

Education - Post-Graduate/Graduate Degree, PGDIE/CIDTL/B.Ed. preferred.

Job Description of a PY Teacher is attached for reference and information: PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER

Interested candidates can write to us at [email protected] along with most updated CV.

MARKETING EXECUTIVE

(Immediate Opening)

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Marketing Professional to join our thriving Administration Department. The successful candidate should be comfortable in marketing a school. A willingness to be fully involved in the life of a busy boarding school is essential.

The Marketing Executive will support the Principal, Social Media and Communications Executive and the Admissions team to create and deliver original compelling content to increase brand awareness, raise the school’s profile, engage new audiences, retain and grow existing audiences and ultimately increase conversions of high-caliber pupils across all entry points. The successful candidate will play a significant part in achieving marketing objectives and proactively investigating opportunities, devising and delivering high-quality, multi-channel marketing campaigns and monitoring impact.

You will support the delivery of key student recruitment events to ensure that the school’s recruitment target is met.

If you have the following, skills and experience please apply.

• Proofreading of content for print and digital media
• Adhere to the school’s brand guidelines and brand style guide to ensure consistency across all marketing and communications.
• Proofreading of content for print and digital media.
• Write and distribute press releases, news stories, and school award submissions.
• Keep abreast of the latest digital marketing trends and best practice.
• Contribute to the overall design of digital marketing and communications and content plan to include search, digital advertising.
• Undertake any reasonable duties requested by the Principal/Board of Governors to meet the needs of the school.
• Attend student recruitment fairs.

Past experience: Minimum 2 years in marketing in a school setting

Education: Graduate/Post-Graduate Degree/MBA in Marketing.

Job Description: Marketing Executive.pdf

Interested candidates can write to us at [email protected] along with most updated CV.

CAREER AND COLLEGE COUNSELLOR

(Immediate Opening)

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Career and College Counsellor to join our thriving College Counselling Department. The successful candidate should be comfortable in handling students and work with a dedicated team. A willingness to be fully involved in the life of a busy boarding school is essential.

The Career and College Counsellor will support the Head College Counselling and Higher Education Programme and the department as well as the school. Ensures processes and systems are followed, administration, and student college management. Liaisons with staff, students and parents.

If you have the following, skills and experience please apply.

• Conduct Careers Programme

• Manage student data.

• Brainstorming application formulations.

• Excellent communication skills as the candidate will be communicating with students, parents and University representatives from around the world.

• Handle student’s college application, advice students of scholarships.

Past experience: Minimum 2 years and above as a Career and College Counsellor

Education: Post Graduate/Graduate/MBA. Candidates having experience in Career and College Counsellor in a school setting is desirable.

Job Description: Career and College Counsellor.pdf

Interested candidates can write to us at [email protected] along with most updated CV.