Working at OIS

OIS is unique - it is a great school to work in and is challenging in the all the ways that a good international school is, and more.

We welcome inquiries from talented, motivated teachers who are looking for something different. We value enthusiasm and a gift for the art of teaching as much as, if not more than, experience and qualification; in our recruiting we look for a balance of all these qualities. We are happy to hear from interested professionals who think they have the right mix to be part of a faculty striving to be the best in what they do.

Please read through the information on the website paying careful attention not only to the detailed aspects of OIS, but also to the Two Schools section which provides key information as to what makes us special.

August 2010 vacancies

Part-time middle and high school visual arts teacher
(effective August 2010)

The position

The middle school/high school visual arts position is an integral part of the school program. The post includes teaching grades 7 through 12 (excluding IB Diploma courses) with particular focus the development of visual arts through the MYP

Requirements

•   An appropriate degree and teaching certification
•   The ability to teach in English
•   Understanding of contemporary visual arts practice and current trends in teaching and learning
•   Successful teaching experience
•   Ability to work as a member of a team within the department, in interdisciplinary teams and throughout the school
•   Strong communication and listening skills
•   A teaching practice in Visual Arts that is inclusive of ESL learners.
•   Demonstrable personal strengths which will contribute to furthering the OIS mission
•   Commitment to the IB programmes
•   A willingness to embrace teaching in an open plan environment
•   Experience in an international or multicultural school preferred

Application and timeline

Please apply through the online application form. You should include an attachment comprising: a letter of application; a 1 page statement of philosophy of education; and a resume that includes the names, email addresses and contact telephone numbers of three referees, including most recent supervisors. Interested teachers are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Interested in working with us?

if you have a minimum of five years teaching experience, have gained outstanding results in the classroom and you enjoy being involved in school life beyond the classroom, we would be very interested to hear from you. Please use the online application to submit your expression of interest and supply us with an overview of your professional experience.