St. John’s International School is seeking a passionate, dynamic, and experienced MHS Spanish Teacher to join our international faculty. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality language instruction to motivated students across Grades 9 to 12, covering both beginner levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme We look for an educator committed to an inquiry-based, student-centered approach that inspires global citizenship and linguistic confidence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach Spanish across Middle and High School, including the IB Diploma Programme.
• Inquiry-Based Learning: Plan student-centered, differentiated lessons to meet diverse cultural and linguistic needs.
• Exam Preparation: Prepare High School students effectively for internal assessments and external IB examinations.
• Cultural Appreciation: Foster a deep understanding of Hispanic cultures, literature, and global perspectives.
• Assessment & Feedback: Track student progress and provide regular, constructive feedback to support learning.
• Parent Communication: Write academic reports and actively participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Pastoral Support: Serve as an MHS Homeroom Teacher to support student well-being and safeguarding.
• School Community: Contribute to extracurricular activities, departmental meetings, and professional development.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Education: A university degree in Spanish Philology, Hispanic Studies, Education, or a related field.
• Teaching Qualification: A recognized teaching certificate (e.g., PGCE, QTS, Estado, or equivalent).
• Experience: Proven experience teaching Spanish in secondary education, with a strong advantage for prior IB Diploma Programme experience.
• Language Proficiency: Native or near-native fluency in Spanish, with excellent professional communication skills in English (the primary language of instruction).
• Legal Status: Valid work authorization to live and work in Belgium is required.
  
  Key Skills:
  

• Student-Centered: A creative, energetic approach to making language learning meaningful and interactive.
• Intercultural Competence: Ability to thrive and collaborate within a multicultural community representing over 55 nationalities.
• Classroom Management: Excellent engagement techniques that foster a positive, disciplined, and inclusive environment.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.