Upper Primary Classroom Teacher - August 2024 start

The Wingate School is looking to appoint an Upper Primary Classroom Teacher to start in August 2024. 

Regarding the candidate, we are looking for: 

• First-language English speakers, preferably with knowledge of the British and/or IPC curriculum 
• A child-centred approach  
• Sound teacher qualifications. PGCE or equivalent 
• Full-time school teaching experience 
• A cheerful, professional, hard-working and well-presented person, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils and parents. Please note the school dress code does not allow visible piercings or tattoos
• An awareness of the demands of teaching an international student body and a commitment to fostering high academic achievement 
• Good communication and ICT skills 
• Calmness and efficiency, with the ability to work under pressure at times 
• Commitment to the all-round ethos of the School, including its co-curricular activities and School of Character approach
• Someone excited by the prospect of living in Latin America

We offer:

• A competitive salary for the Latin American region
• Initial 2 year contract, renewable by mutual consent
• Good benefits package including private medical insurance, life insurance, tax-free supermarket vouchers, tax-free matched savings scheme, paid personal days, 80% scholarships for children of staff, school lunch, professional development opportunities, staff transport routes or staff parking 
• Work visa sponsorship 
• Settling in support for teachers who come in from abroad: initial temporary housing, monthly housing allowance, annual flight allowance, airport pick-up 
• Supportive school environment with opportunities for professional development 
• Strong and broad academic programme in a well-resourced school 
• Beginner group Spanish language lessons are available

All candidates must provide two professional referees, one of whom must be your current Head of School.

The position will be advertised until filled. 

ABOUT THE WINGATE SCHOOL The Wingate School (TWS) is an accredited Cambridge International School and an IB candidate school in Mexico City that offers an educational programme focussed on academic excellence, creativity and human formation. TWS teaches the International Early Years Curriculum in Kinder, the International Primary Curriculum, and the Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum. The school is a member of the Latin American Heads Conference, was awarded the Foundation Level of British Council’s International School Award and was recently named "One of the 10 best international schools in Latin America" by The Knowledge Review.

CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFEGUARDING: The Wingate School is committed to caring for and ensuring the well-being of all young people. Candidates will be asked to provide references, undertake background checks, as well as carry out standard psychometric testing.