Spanish A Teacher

About the role

Join a thriving international school in Panama that combines academic excellence, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant lifestyle. Collaborate with talented colleagues from around the globe in a city surrounded by stunning beaches, rainforests, and rich cultural heritage. The campus features a semi-Olympic covered swimming pool, a FIFA-standard football pitch, cutting-edge science labs, and modern classrooms with breathtaking jungle views.

The Spanish A Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality Spanish teaching for non-native speakers, enabling pupils to make strong progress in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The role includes planning and delivering a well-sequenced Spanish A curriculum, assessing pupil progress, promoting positive behavior, contributing to the wider life of the school, and working closely with colleagues and families to support every child’s development.

This role requires a specialist teacher who understands how children learn and can adapt teaching effectively for pupils across a range of ages and stages, from Year 7 to Year 13. Experience teaching IGCSE and IB Spanish is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum, policies, and external assessment requirements, differentiating learning to ensure each student is stretched and supported.
• Regularly assess students’ in-class and at-home learning, providing targeted feedback to drive progress and ensure all students reach their potential.
• Establish a positive classroom and school environment where students feel valued, supported, and ready to take risks in their learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues as an active member of the learning community, sharing best practices and dedicating yourself to continuous professional development.
• Contribute to the school’s co-curricular program, including leading clubs and participating in whole-school initiatives to enrich students’ educational experience.
• Maintain open and constructive communication with parents, building strong partnerships to support students’ progress and well-being.

Requirements

• Experience teaching IGCSE and IB Spanish (preferred).
• A genuine passion for education, with the ability to engage, motivate, and positively impact young people.
• A proven track record of excellence in personal, academic, and professional achievements.
• In-depth expertise in and passion for Spanish language instruction, with the ability to inspire students and support outstanding progress.
• Expertise in assessing student progress, providing targeted feedback, and enhancing performance in external assessments.
• Experience in providing pastoral care and promoting student well-being, with a focus on individual attention and high standards of welfare.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and independently, and a track record of building strong relationships with families.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, able to plan and prioritize a varied workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
• PGCE, QTS, or equivalent, with excellent academic credentials and, ideally, evidence of post-graduate study.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a positive, flexible, and resourceful approach to working in a dynamic school environment.

Benefits

As part of the Inspired Education Group, you will join an award-winning team of over 14,000 employees working in state-of-the-art facilities alongside renowned educators and leaders in desirable locations worldwide. Benefits include industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across the group.