Job Description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

PaRK International School is a leading international school located in the beautiful city of Lisbon. Our mission is to guide and inspire students to be happy and successful in their adult lives. We pride ourselves on achieving outstanding academic results while treating every member of our community as an individual.

Our students graduate prepared for academic excellence, fluent in multiple languages, and confident in exploring their academic curiosity through research and discovery. With a vibrant international community of students from over 60 countries, PaRK fosters lifelong friendships and a strong sense of service to both local and global communities.

While we are committed to academic excellence, we believe this is only possible through the personal and professional growth of our staff. At PaRK, you will be encouraged to engage in professional development, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

All staff actively participate in the pastoral life of the school, ensuring students reach their academic potential while developing essential social skills for life. This role also offers opportunities to contribute to co-curricular clubs and enrichment activities.

To join our team with immediate availability, we are seeking a highly qualified and talented Teacher of IB Psychology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach the IB DP Psychology syllabus (SL and HL), covering the Biological, Cognitive, and Sociocultural approaches, plus specialized options (e.g., Abnormal or Developmental Psychology).
• Research Supervision: Lead students through the Internal Assessment (IA), ensuring rigorous experimental design, ethical compliance, and statistical analysis.
• Extended Essay (EE): Act as a supervisor for students undertaking their independent research project in Psychology.
• Assessment & Feedback: Prepare students for external examinations (Papers 1, 2, and 3) using official IB criteria to provide actionable feedback.
• Inclusion & Differentiation: Collaborate with the Inclusion team to adapt the curriculum for diverse learners and implement Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills.
• Well-being & Prevention: Integrate psychological theory into school-wide projects that promote resilience, mental health, and student well-being.
• Pastoral Care: Work with coordinators and parents to support students' emotional and academic success within the rigorous DP framework.
• Professional Development: Support staff training on child/adolescent development and contribute to the admissions process through pedagogical assessments.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Academic Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology (Essential). A teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) is highly preferred.
• IB Expertise: Proven experience teaching IB DP Psychology or a strong desire to undergo IBO Category 1 training.
• Research Proficiency: Strong command of quantitative and qualitative research methods, as well as the ability to teach descriptive and inferential statistics.
• Language Skills: Near-native fluency in English (as the IB Psychology curriculum and assessments are English-based). Fluency in Portuguese is a significant asset for community integration.
• Pedagogical Creativity: Ability to design engaging experiments and utilize case studies to bring abstract psychological theories to life.
• Organizational Excellence: Ability to manage internal IB deadlines (IAs, Predicted Grades) while maintaining a high standard of classroom management.
• Tech Savvy: Confidence in using educational technology and data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Excel, or Google Sheets) for psychological research.
• Global Mindset: A commitment to the IB Learner Profile, fostering international-mindedness and ethical thinking in all students.

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.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.

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