Elementary Homeroom Teacher

Our Mission

To inspire and challenge every learner to reach their full potential and become curious, independent, and compassionate citizens of the world.

Our Core Values

• Commitment to Excellence - We tackle challenges willingly and persevere in order to succeed.
• Compassion and Integrity - We care for, respect, and value one another
• Strength in Diversity - We embrace our differences, enrich our community, and make
• meaningful connections, ensuring our global mindedness.
• Innovative Spirit - We are creative and curious learners, empowered to adapt to a rapidly changing world.
• Lasting Impact - We contribute to a sustainable future by taking care of our planet and leaving our environment better than we found it.
  
  

Our Definition of Learning

Learning is a journey of authentic discovery to develop understanding, skills, and character. This includes four principles

• Learning is Iterative - We learn through our mistakes, providing us opportunities to be creative and find solutions.
• Learni ng is Exciting - We learn when we are inspired, challenged, and active.
• Learning is Meaningful - We learn and grow when we apply our knowledge, skills, andunderstandings to real-world situations.
• Learning is Social - We learn through sharing, interacting, and collaborating
  
  

ISP Child Protection Policy Statement

Schools strive to ensure that all children in their care are afforded a safe and secure environment in which to grow and develop. Child abuse and neglect are violations of a child’s human rights and are obstacles to the child’s education as well as their physical, emotional, and social development. Child abuse and neglect are of growing concern in schools throughout the world. The International School of Panama, in keeping with our core beliefs and mission statement, has adopted a Child Protection Policy that will empower students, families and staff in matters related to the health, safety and care of children in attendance at our school. This Child Protection Policy is the school’s commitment to do our utmost to prevent and protect children from abuse. It is a statement of intent that demonstrates the school's commitment to safeguard children from harm and makes clear to all its members what is required in case of a known or suspected case of abuse. All ISP faculty, staff, and employees, as well as all students, parents and other relevant community members and service providers associated with the school (the “ISP Community”), have a legal obligation to report suspected incidences of child abuse or neglect whenever they have reasonable cause to believe that a child has suffered or is at risk of suffering any type of abuse regardless of the location where the abuse takes place. You can find detailed information on our Child Protection Policy at isp.edu.pa

ELEMENTARY at ISP

Our primary mission is to meet the unique educational, emotional, and social needs of each and every student. All of the staff members at ISP share a common goal – to do whatever it takes to help students reach their full potential as learners and as global citizens. We recognize that learning is a complex, dynamic process, and we constantly evaluate our practice to ensure that students are engaged, that they are appropriately challenged, and that they experience joy.

We offer a research-based curriculum that emphasizes a strong foundation in literacy and math as well as critical thinking, citizenship, and ample opportunities for creative expression. Our whole-child approach includes challenging social studies, science, and math programs. Students stay fit and healthy in our physical education classes, they produce art, music, and drama in our specialist classes, and they get hands-on access to technology through integrated units of study. Students are also exposed to daily Spanish classes differentiated by fluency. In addition to these special enrichment classes, our students are engaged in the social-emotional realm as they have set aside weekly classroom visits and lessons from their grade level counselor. At ISP, we believe that life-long learning is critical for everyone. Our early release time of students on Wednesdays is devoted to professional development activities designed to continually improve our services to students and families. Education is not static, and our staff understands the importance of keeping up with the latest research regarding effective educational practices.


Requisitos

• Reports To Division Principal
• Collaborates Closely With Head of Department, Instructional Coach, K-12 Coordinators and Specialists, and other colleagues as appropriate.
  
  

Responsibilities (including But Not Limited To)

• Classroom Responsibilities To provide learning opportunities for every child relative to his needs, abilities, and stages of development establishing effective relationships with students based on mutual respect, recognizing the individuality of each child, ensuring an effective and challenging learning environment, and ensuring the classroom is an attractive and welcoming place.
• Planning, Curriculum, and Organizational Responsibilities To design authentic and meaningful units by starting with the end in mind. Use effective instructional strategies to make learning interactive, exciting, meaningful, and social. Develop and manage classroom resources. Provide students feedback to support their academic and social-emotional growth. Use standards to guide evaluation of student work, and record results to provide an accurate assessment of student achievement.
• Professional Development Expectations To embrace a growth mindset by keeping up-to-date on best practices, engaging in teacher development opportunities, participating in in-service courses, attending professional meetings as scheduled by Leadership, seeking out and using feedback from coaches and administrators, and participating in the ISP professional learning cycle as outlined in the evaluation process.
• Community Expectations Engage with our ISP community by sharing updates on the progress and development of the students in the teacher’s care, as well as important events happening in the classroom. Find opportunities to meet with parents, caregivers, and guardians to discuss the progress and development of the students, and collaborate to support the child’s specific needs, interests, and passions. Connect with our larger community by attending PTA events, athletics events, and various student performances.
  
  

What You Will Do

• Support the ISP Teaching and Learning Philosophy (ISP Way) by developing and teaching a curriculum that engages all learners in purposeful, connected and balanced work that cultivates 21st-century skills.
• Plan with the end in mind (Understanding by Design or other backwards design model) to develop units that are focused on essential questions and enduring understandings.
• Design authentic assessments (and aligned standards-based rubrics) to measure student learning in a real-world setting
• Provide frequent feedback to students to help guide them in their learning process.
• Report on student progress using standards-based grading
• Build a robust learning atmosphere that leads students to value being at school and feel part of a challenging yet joyful and inclusive learning community
• Help ensure that all students achieve key learning outcomes for the grade level, targeting instruction thoughtfully to address individual needs
• Collaborate intensively and daily with colleagues to continually improve student learning and school culture. Work collaboratively to create cross-curricular learning opportunities
• Participate actively in ongoing, intensive professional learning
• Use the CASEL Framework to help support the social and emotional development of students
  
  

What You Bring

• Deep dedication to learning and developing the craft of teaching
• Very resourceful and adaptive, eager to embrace constant change, growth and learning
• Passion for working with and appreciation of International and diverse students
• Deep dedication to continual growth and development
• A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice-related education
• Eagerness to collaborate with colleagues
• A willingness to be flexible, and adaptable, and committed to the unique nature of working in an international school
• Organization, time management, and problem-solving skills
• A high degree of professionalism
• Commitment to participating in the whole school experience including embodying our core values, mission, and definition of learning.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and an international mindset
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in the relevant subject area or grade level
• Experience with backward design and authentic assessment using a backward design model
• Bachelor or Masters Degree in the relevant subject area
• High level of English proficiency
• Knowledge of and a commitment to incorporating the Science of Reading into instructional practice.
• Previous experience with Responsive Classroom is desirable.
• Previous experience in an international school is desirable
• Experience in Standards-Based Grading, Universal Design for Learning, and Blended Learning are highly desirable.
  
  

ISP is a non-profit, student-centered, independent school, inspiring lifelong learners for a future without borders. We are recognized as a leader in international education, offering world-class opportunities for students since 3 years old at Early Childhood Center to 12th grade.

The International School of Panama operates under the license of the Ministry of Education of Panama and is accredited by AdvancED. As an authorized IB World School, we offer the International Baccalaureate Program (IB) for students in grades 11 and 12. In addition, we offer the unique Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate and AdvancED certified STEM programs.

ISP Child Protection Policy Statement

Schools strive to ensure that all children in their care are afforded a safe and secure environment in which to grow and develop. Child abuse and neglect are violations of a child’s human rights and are obstacles to the child’s education as well as their physical, emotional, and social development. Child abuse and neglect are of growing concern in schools throughout the world.

The International School of Panama, in keeping with our core beliefs and mission statement, has adopted a Child Protection Policy that will empower students, families and staff in matters related to the health, safety and care of children in attendance at our school.

This Child Protection Policy is the school’s commitment to do our utmost to prevent and protect children from abuse. It is a statement of intent that demonstrates the school's commitment to safeguard children from harm and makes clear to all its members what is required in case of a known or suspected case of abuse. All ISP faculty, staff, and employees, as well as all students, parents and other relevant community members and service providers associated with the school (the “ISP Community”), have a legal obligation to report suspected incidences of child abuse or neglect whenever they have reasonable cause to believe that a child has suffered or is at risk of suffering any type of abuse regardless of the location where the abuse takes place.

You can find detailed information on our Child Protection Policy at isp.edu.pa

Social Emotional Learning, Wellness and Student Leadership

As an integral part of The International School of Panama, we are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that values character development, social-emotional learning (SEL), wellness, and student leadership. We are seeking individuals who not only possess the necessary qualifications for the role but also bring a deep understanding and experience in promoting SEL, wellness initiatives, and facilitating student leadership development. Successful candidates will actively contribute to our mission of empowering students to thrive academically and personally by incorporating these topics into their work.