Job Description

Are you….

• A modern, dynamic motivating Primary school educator?
• Passionate about teaching Greek in innovative ways?
• Able to offer teaching strategies that will engage 6+year olds 
• Do you have a good knowledge of Greek traditions and culture?

Then look no further. This is your next teaching role!

The primary purpose of this role is to establish and deliver a dynamic Greek language curriculum that fosters not just linguistic proficiency. The successful candidate will be key to promoting global literacy within our student body, equipping them with essential communication skills and a broader worldview necessary for success in a diverse, interconnected world.

The Island Private School is a fast-growing, innovative international school in the thriving city of Limassol committed to excellence, inclusion, and holistic education.

What makes us stand out?

🌐 Multicultural and internationally minded community

📈 Strong focus on professional growth and continuous development

💡 Innovative, forward-thinking learning environment

🤝 Collaborative and supportive teaching culture

📍 Vibrant location in Limassol, Cyprus

What will you do?

We are the Island Private School of Limassol in Cyprus are seeking a passionate and experienced Primary Greek Teacher.

We are also in the process of building our new school campus on a beautiful 50,000 m2 site which is to be completed approximately by the end of 2027 and will include kindergarten, elementary and high school, an international boarding school, and accommodation for teachers. This is a great opportunity to join a growing school on the cusp of a major growth and transformation in our story.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach engaging and interactive lessons that align with the Greek primary curriculum and ideally knowledge of our Montessori, Waldorf and IB programs
• Encourage students to explore various aspects of the Greek language and history.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
• Create and implement effective assessment strategies to evaluate students' language proficiency, literary analysis skills, and understanding of Greek cultural context.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that integrate Greek language and literature with other subject areas 
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support their academic and personal development.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, departmental meetings, and professional development activities.
• Contribute to the school's extracurricular activities, such as literary clubs, language immersion programs, or cultural events related to Greek language and literature.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Greek Language and Literature as a prerequisite or related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• Recognised teaching certification and/or relevant teaching experience, 
• Proficiency in Greek language and a deep understanding of Greek literature, history, and culture.
• Familiarity with inquiry-based learning, differentiated instruction, and student-centered teaching methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, international school environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, learning  and a reflective approach to teaching practice.

What we’re looking for

• Passionate about Greek culture & language and dedicated to helping students achieve academic excellence.
• Enthusiastic about tailoring lessons to meet the diverse needs of students and fostering a love of the subject.
• Collaborative and flexible, with a willingness to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team.
• Culturally sensitive, committed to creating an inclusive and respectful learning environment for all students

Bonus Skills/Experience

•  IB teaching experience but not mandatory
•  Other languages like Russian, Ukrainian or Hebrew
• Private School Teaching experience

Safeguarding & GDPR

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate background checks, including criminal record checks, reference verification and any other safer recruitment procedures required by the school and local regulations.

Working Conditions

There are 19 classes per week and the hours are 08.00-16.00 or 09.00-17,00 depending on schedules.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications
• Modern, professional working environment
• Optional participation in a Group Medical Scheme
• Referral program with a 500 EUR bonus 
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Career growth within a fast-growing poly-systemic school

Our recruitment process:

• Hiring team panel interview (30 minutes).
• Trial lesson (60 minutes).
• Interview with the Head of School, Secondary Principal, and Faculty Leader (30 minutes).
   

Join The Island School and help deliver a world-class IB education in a collaborative, international environment.

 We uniquely offer:

✅  4 Programs of IB curriculum
 

✅ (PYP/MYP/DP) Montessori, Waldorf & TFL

✅ Professional growth & training
 

✅ An inspiring global community

How to Apply

How to apply

Click here to apply and share your cv and cover letter via our careers website.

Applications must include a brief statement (no longer than a page) describing the key features of your philosophy of education and approach to working with primary children. Please indicate clearly in your application how your experience and expertise might align with the expectations we have highlighted. 

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