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Atlanta International School (AIS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to employing a diverse workforce.

AIS practices a full non-discriminatory policy in all school-administered programs and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or gender preference in all of its admissions, educational and employment policies, programs, and practices. AIS follows the CIS Code of Ethics for our employement practices. The purpose of the CIS Code of Ethics is to describe the moral principles upon which CIS members are expected to base their conduct and professional practice. 
All CIS members are expected to:
  • Fulfill the promises stated in their guiding statements, policies, contracts and promotional materials.
  • Strive for excellence.
  • Nurture a culture of care in which the education, safety and well-being of students and others are paramount.
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Respect the dignity and equality of all individuals, groups and cultures.
  • Promote global citizenship.

Current Openings

Senior Administration

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  • Early Learning Center (ELC) Principal

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    AIS seeks an experienced, creative, caring and educationally inspiring early childhood professional, for the role of Principal of the Early Learning Center (ELC). The ELC Principal is responsible for the educational leadership and management of 3K/4K (3 and 4-year-old Kindergarten), including 120 students and 20 faculty housed on its own purpose-built campus. The Early Years sector of our school is a full immersion program, where students are immersed 100% of the day in either French, German, Spanish or Chinese.  

    START DATE:     July 1, 2020
    REPORTS TO: Head of Primary School
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Aligns and monitors the implementation of the IB Primary Years Program (PYP) curriculum.
    • Serves as a model for best practices in the areas of Early Childhood Development, play-based learning, language development, and acquisition.
    • Use of moderated data to support student progress and inform planning and reporting.
    • In collaboration with curriculum coordinators, facilitates professional learning and participates in professional development alongside teachers.
    • Leads the team to meet student-learning goals and keeps student learning at the center through the use of faculty meetings, grade-level meetings, Pro- D activities, and conferences.
    • Ensure articulation of policies and procedures across the school section and the whole school, with particular attention to the 4K/5K transition.
    • Uses shared decision-making and collaboration (where appropriate) to build relationships with students, staff, families and the school community.   
    • Works with all students, staff and school community in a way that empowers students to take responsibility for their own growth and development.   
    • Listens and responds to the concerns of students, faculty, families and community members in a visible and approachable manner.                 
    • Takes the lead, in collaboration with the Head of Primary, in the selection, supervision, and appraisal of the ELC faculty and staff in accordance with the Primary School Appraisal Policy and procedures.
    • Acts as the ELC point of contact/Director to monitor the Georgia “Bright From The Start” licensing regulations and ensure that these are met at all times.
    • Takes the lead, as directed by the Head of Primary, with the ELC student admission procedures.
    • Works with ELC parents to support their understanding of the ELC programs and to support their partnership in the educational process for their students.
    • Maintains high visibility and accessibility to students, faculty and staff, families and community.
    • Leads difficult conversations and demonstrates wisdom and confidence to provide advice and counsel on sensitive matters of importance.
    • Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe campus as well as overseeing the ELC budget, making conscientious financial decisions for the building and program.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Early Childhood Development or related. A Master’s degree strongly preferred.
    • A minimum of five years of teaching experience in Early Childhood, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership position.
    • Experience in implementing the IB PYP curriculum or similar inquiry-based, student-centered learning
    • Advanced written and verbal communication skills 
    • A proactive person who motivates and inspires others with his or her energy and enthusiasm and collaborative approach
    • Proficiency in a second language, specifically Spanish, French, German or Chinese, is preferred
    • Strong background in coaching/mentoring, proven abilities in collaboration and relationship building
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘ELC Principal’ as the subject heading. 
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

School-Wide Faculty Openings (3K - Grade 12)

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Early Learning Center and Primary School (3K - Grade 5) Faculty Openings

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  • Early Years Teacher (Chinese-Mandarin)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community. 
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. The Chinese teacher works with a classroom assistant to teach up to 17 students in a play-based, developmentally appropriate manner. 

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Principal of Early Learning Center
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • The teacher helps students develop age appropriate skills in all areas of the PYP curriculum in a joyful environment, through inquiry
    • The teacher collaborates with the teacher assistant to meet the differentiated needs of students who are acquiring the language of instruction and others who are native speakers
    • The teacher models the language and responds to student’s input, no matter what language they use to express their ideas
    • The teacher creates a collaborative relationship with parents in order to work as a team in the support of the child’s development
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
    • Training and experience in an early childhood school setting
    • An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition
    • Speak Chinese at a native speaker level
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • An intercultural perspective and/or international teaching experience 
    • The ability to differentiate for differing ability levels and learning styles
    • Successful experience in an inquiry/trans-disciplinary or IBPYP environment
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Early Years Chinese Teacher’ as the subject heading. 
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Early Years Teacher (German)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. The German teacher works with a classroom assistant to teach up to 17 students in a play-based, developmentally appropriate manner.

    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Principal of Early Learning Center
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • The teacher helps students develop age appropriate skills in all areas of the PYP curriculum in a joyful environment, through inquiry
    • The teacher collaborates with the teacher assistant to meet the differentiated needs of students who are acquiring the language of instruction and others who are native speakers
    • The teacher models the language and responds to student’s input, no matter what language they use to express their ideas
    • The teacher creates a collaborative relationship with parents in order to work as a team in the support of the child’s development 
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
    • Training and experience in an early childhood school setting
    • An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition
    • Speak German at a native speaker level
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • An intercultural perspective and/or international teaching experience 
    • The ability to differentiate for differing ability levels and learning styles
    • Successful experience in an inquiry/trans-disciplinary or IBPYP environment
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Early Years German Teacher’ as the subject heading. 
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Kindergarten Teacher (English)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. The Kindergarten teacher works with up to 22 students with a full time qualified co-teacher.

    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Lower Primary Principal
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Work in an A day/ B day schedule as the lead teacher one day and the co-teacher the other
    • Collaborate closely with the co-teacher and the language teacher (French, German or Spanish) to create a seamless experience for the students
    • Teach age appropriate skills in all areas of the PYP curriculum in a joyful environment, through inquiry
    • Meet the differentiated needs of students who are acquiring the language of instruction and others who are native speakers
    • Model the language and responds to student’s comprehensible input, no matter what language they use to express their ideas
    • Create a collaborative relationship with parents in order to work as a team in the support of the child’s development
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
    • Training and experience in an early childhood school setting
    • An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition
    • Speak English at a native speaker level
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • An intercultural perspective and/or international teaching experience 
    • The ability to differentiate for differing ability levels and learning styles
    • Successful experience in an inquiry/trans-disciplinary or IBPYP environment
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Kindergarten English Teacher’ as the subject heading. 
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Kindergarten Teacher (Spanish)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. The Kindergarten teacher works with up to 22 students with a full time qualified co-teacher.

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Lower Primary Principal
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Work in an A day/ B day schedule as the lead teacher one day and the co-teacher the other
    • Collaborate closely with the co-teacher and the English teacher to create a seamless experience for the students
    • Teach age appropriate skills in all areas of the PYP curriculum in a joyful environment, through inquiry
    • Meet the differentiated needs of students who are acquiring the language of instruction and others who are native speakers
    • Model the language and respond to student’s comprehensible input, no matter what language they use to express their ideas
    • Create a collaborative relationship with parents in order to work as a team in the support of the child’s development
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
    • Training and experience in an early childhood school setting
    • An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition
    • Speak Spanish at a native speaker level
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • An intercultural perspective and/or international teaching experience 
    • The ability to differentiate for differing ability levels and learning styles
    • Successful experience in an inquiry/trans-disciplinary or IBPYP environment
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills 
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Kindergarten Spanish Teacher’ as the subject heading. 
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Lower Primary Classroom Assistant (Spanish)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    The teaching assistant works under the direction of a lead teacher to meet the needs of the students. In general, teachers will prepare a plan and ask the assistant to carry it out, but assistants can also be proactive in planning small group activities to meet goals defined by the teacher. If the students are in the class, the assistant should be engaged with the students.

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Lower Primary School Principal
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Lead small groups of students or circulate through the learning environment assisting students.
    • Help with classroom management, taking over the class if the teacher is out of the room.
    • Carry out supervision duties (recess, lunch, etc…) and support with the preparation of classroom materials.
    • Collaborate closely with lead teacher(s) to create a seamless experience for the students.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
    • Training and experience in a primary school setting
    • Spanish at a native speaker level
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
    • An intercultural perspective and/or international teaching experience
    • The ability to differentiate for differing ability levels and learning styles
    • An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition
    • Successful experience in an inquiry/trans-disciplinary or IBPYP environment
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Lower Primary Classroom Assistant’ as the subject heading.
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

  • Primary School Learning Support Teacher

    Applications are invited from dedicated and enthusiastic, professional educators for the position of Primary School Learning Support Teacher for the remainder of the 2019-2020 year. We are able to offer a temporary full or part-time role for the remainder of the 2019/20 school year. Atlanta International School delivers the International Baccalaureate-PYP curriculum through a dual language immersion program in the Primary School.

    The Learning Support Teacher works with students from Kindergarten-Gr. 5 in either a push in or pull out setting, depending on the level of the students. We are an inclusive school and use the Response to Intervention (RTI) model. We mostly serve students with mild to moderate needs. The Learning Support Teacher is responsible for:
    • Observing, Identifying and carrying out the Initial Assessment of Learning Difficulties
    • Working one on one or with small groups of language learners, developing their skills (usually in literacy or math).
    • Working with teachers to ensure they can implement successful learning strategies for the students in their class.
    • Keep up to date records of communication and makes entries in confidential files so support can be tracked and monitored.
    • Communicating regularly with the families of children with whom they are working directly.
    • Keeping the Learning Support Coordinator, the child’s teachers and the leadership team informed about the student progress, interventions, accommodations and collaboration.
    • This position also has responsibility for the extension program to challenge students with exceptional skills. Experience/training in gifted and talented approaches is desirable.
    The school is a vibrant learning community and the nature of the program makes specific demands of our Faculty. The successful teacher candidate will have:
    • Master’s degree or equivalent
    • 3 years experience as a learning support teacher
    • A strong literacy and/or math intervention background
    • Experience or training in meeting gifted and talented student’s needs
    • An international perspective and/or international teaching experience
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability, and desire, to work collaboratively with co-teachers as well as with the greater school community including students, staff, and parents
    Experience with the Primary Years Program (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate is preferred, but good applicants with other curriculum experience are also welcome to apply. Orton Gillingham certified is also preferred.

    Please send resume and letter of interest via email to employment@aischool.org. Please type "Learning Support Teacher" into your subject line. Position can be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

  • Upper Primary Classroom Assistant (English)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community. 
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    The teaching assistant works under the direction of a lead teacher to meet the needs of the students. In general, teachers will prepare a plan and ask the assistant to carry it out, but assistants can also be proactive in planning small group activities to meet goals defined by the teacher. If the students are in the class, the assistant should be engaged with the students.

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Upper Primary School Principal
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Lead small groups of students or circulate through the learning environment assisting students.
    • Help with classroom management, taking over the class if the teacher is out of the room.
    • Carry out supervision duties (recess, lunch, etc…) and support with the preparation of classroom materials.
    • Collaborate closely with lead teacher(s) to create a seamless experience for the students.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
    • Training and experience in a primary school setting
    • English at a native speaker level
    • An unwavering commitment to the students
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
    • An intercultural perspective and/or international teaching experience
    • The ability to differentiate for differing ability levels and learning styles
    • An understanding of the principles of second language acquisition
    • Successful experience in an inquiry/trans-disciplinary or IBPYP environment
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills 
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Upper Primary Classroom Assistant’ as the subject heading.
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

Secondary School (Grades 6 - 12) Faculty Openings

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  • Chinese Language Acquisition Teacher (Part-time)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.
     
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a part time position (2 classes) teaching students ages 11 - 18. Student levels in Chinese Language Acquisition vary. There are students from a partial Chinese immersion programme in Primary School, but also students without prior exposure to the target language. In Language Acquisition, classes are offered from the emergent to the proficient level.
     
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Chinese Subject Leader
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
    • A part-time position encompasses teaching two classes.
    • Collaborate with different groups creating, planning, documenting and moderating assessments.
    • Part-time teachers are required to take 1 duty in a 9-day cycle.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Previous Secondary School Chinese teaching experience
    • Experience with the MYP/DP or similar program preferred
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
    • Integrate authentic texts and teach thematically
    • Balance Chinese character learning and acquiring skills
    • Promote higher-order thinking skills through teaching
    • Design and complete MYP Unit Planner
    • Creative and critical thinking skills
    • Classroom management and differentiation skills
    • Self-management skills - organization, affective and reflective skills
    • Technology skills - flexibility to work on different platforms
    • Communication skills - effectively communicate with different stakeholders
    • Adaptability skills - work in a changing environment
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Part-Time Chinese Teacher’ as the subject heading.
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

  • Computer Science Teacher

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full time position teaching Computer Science 
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Director of Educational Technology
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • This position will have responsibility for teaching five classes and will also be expected to participate in extracurricular Robotics programs.
    • Responsible for developing and teaching a continuum of elective applied Computer Science courses in grades 6-12. 
    • Deliver courses that apply computer science to robotics and real world problems as they specifically relate to Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math.
    • Collaborate with the Director of Educational Technology, Director of STEAM and the Design Group Leader to align the Computer Science option sequence with existing coursework.
    • This future adaptive individual would have 3-5 years teaching experience with experience in the field of Robotics, Computer Science, Game Design, or other applied technology areas.
    • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all teachers, students, parents and staff.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Degree in computer engineering, programming, computer science or a related field
    • At minimum, 2-3 years experience teaching MYP,  DP and/ or AP level computer science courses (or their equivalent)
    • Can proficiently code in 2 or more contemporary CS languages (for example Java, JavaScript, Python)
    • Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, parents and staff.
    • Ability and desire to work collaboratively with the community of Atlanta International School and the wider community locally, nationally, and internationally.
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • Supports and advances the mission, vision, and strategic plan of the school.
    • Supports student learning and achievement through collaborative effort and research-based educational leadership, teaching, and learning.
    • Supports and advances STEAM education in the context of international education.
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Computer Science Teacher’ as the subject heading.
     

  • Design Teacher(s)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning.AIS is seeking three teachers for these positions:
    • MYP Design (Product and Digital) and 
    • MYP Product Design (Design Technology Resistant Materials Specialist)
    These are full-time positions teaching Middle and High School students in Design, with the opportunity to also apply for the Design Group Leader position.
     
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Head of Design

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Teach students in grades 6 - 10
    • Ability to also teach IB Diploma Design Technology
    • Opportunity to apply for the Design Group Leader position
    • Work as an Advisor in a specified year group of 10 to 15 students and participate in an annual field trip 
    • Supervise Personal Projects and/or Extended Essays as part of the International Baccalaureate Programme  
    • Supervise students during break and lunch on a rotating schedule, approximately 1 hour a week
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • B.A. Degree in Design, Engineering, or other relevant degrees
    • 5 years of relevant teaching experience
    • Experience of CAD/CAM is essential, as is the safe use of traditional workshop tools and machines to support students in creating their design solutions.   
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • Postgraduate teaching certification, IB MYP Product Design or GCSE Design Technology Resistant Materials teaching experience and IB Diploma Design Technology experience. 
    • Experience with (IB) International Baccalaureate programs.
    • The successful candidate needs to have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to work collaboratively with secondary school teachers, students, parents, and staff.
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Design Teacher’ as the subject heading. 

    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Digital Design Teacher - Tentative

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full time position teaching MYP Digital Design (Graphic Design, Web Design).

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Head of Design
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Teach students in grades 6-10
    • Work as an Advisor in a specified year group of 10 to 15 students and participate in an annual field trip 
    • Supervise Personal Projects and/or Extended Essays as part of the International Baccalaureate Programme  
    • Supervise students during break and lunch on a rotating schedule, approximately 1 hour a week
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • B.A. Degree in Design, Graphic Design, or other relevant degrees
    • 5 years of relevant teaching experience
    • Experience in programming is essential
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • Postgraduate teaching certification, IB MYP Digital Design or GCSE ICT teaching experience 
    • Experience with (IB) International Baccalaureate programs
    • The successful candidate needs to have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to work collaboratively with secondary school teachers, students, parents, and staff.
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘MYP Digital Design’ as the subject heading. 
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Math Teacher

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full time position teaching students ages 11 - 18 in Mathematics. 

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Head of Math

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • To prepare, invigilate and assess, as required, internal and external assessment.
    • To develop and share schemes of work and resources.
    • To encourage all pupils to reach their academic potential through enthusiastic and personalized teaching, tailored challenge, record keeping and follow up. 
    • To be aware of, and comply with all school policies including those for assessment, teaching and learning, and reporting. 
    • To show an active interest in each child’s personal and domestic circumstances, and to foster the personal and social development of each pupil in your care. 
    • To foster a close partnership with parents, initiating contact in appropriate circumstances and ensuring that there is a record of this. 
    • Work as an Advisor in a specified year group of 10 to 15 students and participate in an annual field trip.  
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent
    • A certified teaching qualification 
    • At least two years’ teaching experience 
    • Working knowledge of the MYP and DP programs, with experience teaching a Higher Level IB Diploma Mathematics Course
    • A distinguished record of teaching and a strong record of professional development
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • Enthusiastic and passionate about education
    • Flexible and adaptable to the varied demands of working in a world-class school environment 
    • Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team 
    • Creative and innovative across and beyond the curriculum 
    • Able to work successfully under pressure, with excellent organizational skills 
    • Able to demonstrate a positive and proactive attitude towards participation in professional development and the school’s induction and appraisal processes 
    • A confident and competent user of IT in the classroom and for administrative purposes
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Math Teacher’ as the subject heading. 

    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • MYP Music Teacher & Director of Band Ensembles - Tentative

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 
     
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full-time position teaching MYP Music & directing our Secondary School Band Ensembles.
     
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Director of the Arts 
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Teach four classes of MYP Music in a block schedule format.
    • Direct both the Middle and Upper School Band Ensembles which meet twice a week and have two performances a year. 
    • In collaboration with other colleagues plan and implement effective units, lessons, and assessments with scaffolded learning activities.  
    • Encourage learning through inquiry, selecting age-appropriate projects for the students so they can become hands-on learners. 
    • Update and continue to develop the units and resources we have on Managebac & Google Classroom (curriculum software).
    • Assist in our concerts and recital performance series.
    • Communicate regularly with parents, to provide and explain information regarding students’ social, academic, and behavioral progress.
    • Be actively involved in school-wide, divisional, and grade-level meetings, with the opportunity to engage fully and openly in our professional learning community. 
    • Supervise Personal Projects as part of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme.
    • Teach students as part of our after school private music lessons program (optional)
    • Teachers are also encouraged to help participate in after school activities in support of our students. 
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • An MYP Music Teacher with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably also a Masters in a relevant area. 
    • Proficient instrumental music skills, preferably with a variety of instruments.  
    • At least three years of Secondary School experience in an international school.
    • Familiar with current international educational practices including inquiry & conceptual based learning, authentic assessment techniques, mixed-ability grouping, differentiation and strategies for learning differences.
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
    • Familiar with criteria-based assessment and reporting.
    • Experience with integrating technology into a 1:1 classroom environment.
    • Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and teaching.
    • Experience with curriculum software.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to work collaboratively with secondary school teachers, students, parents, and staff.
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume, cover letter and portfolio of your current work as a Music teacher to employment@aischool.org using ‘MYP Music & Band Director’’ as the subject heading. 
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     
     

  • MYP Visual Arts & Media or Music Teacher

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full-time position teaching four classes of MYP Visual Arts and one class of either Media or Music.

    START DATE:     August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Director of the Arts

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Teach 4 classes of MYP Visual Arts in a block schedule format.
    • Teach 1 class of MYP Media or Music in a block schedule format.
    • Assist in curating and supporting our visual art exhibitions.
    • In collaboration with other colleagues plan and implement effective units, lessons, and assessments with scaffolded learning activities.
    • Encourage learning through inquiry, selecting age-appropriate projects for the students so they can become hands-on learners.
    • Update and continue to develop the units and resources we have on Managebac & Google Classroom (curriculum software).
    • Communicate regularly with parents, to provide and explain information regarding students’ social, academic, and behavioral progress.
    • Be actively involved in school-wide, divisional, and grade-level meetings, with the opportunity to engage fully and openly in our professional learning community.
    • Supervise Personal Projects and/or Extended Essays as part of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme.
    • Lead an advisory group (pastoral care) and have various supervisory duties throughout the week.
    • Available to assist students during some non-teaching periods for extra tutorials.
    • Teachers are also encouraged to help participate in after school activities in support of our students.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
    • A Secondary School Visual Arts Teacher with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably also a Masters in a relevant area.
    • Has proficient skills in a variety of visual arts forms, music or media.
    • At least three years of Secondary School experience in an international school.
    • Familiar with current international educational practices including inquiry & conceptual based learning, authentic assessment techniques, mixed-ability grouping, differentiation and strategies for learning differences.
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
    • Familiar with criteria-based assessment and reporting.
    • Experience with integrating technology into a 1:1 classroom environment.
    • Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and teaching.
    • Experience with curriculum software.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to work collaboratively with secondary school teachers, students, parents, and staff.
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

    TO APPLY
    To apply for this role, please send a resume, cover letter and portfolio of your current work as a Visual Arts teacher to employment@aischool.org using ‘MYP Visual Arts’ as the subject heading.

    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

  • Physics Teacher

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full-time position teaching Middle and High School students in Physics, with the opportunity to also apply for the Science Group Leader position. 
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Head of Science
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Training in and the demonstrated ability to effectively teach the IB diploma physics program at higher level and be experienced in delivering MYP physics
    • Interdisciplinary focus while also integrating innovative learning strategies and working with a diverse student population
    • Lead an advisory group (pastoral care) and have various supervisory duties throughout the week
    • Active involvement in school-wide, divisional, and grade-level meetings, with the opportunity to engage fully and openly in a professional learning community. 
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Bachelor’s degree in Physics or similar
    • At least three years recent DP Physics teaching experience
    • Be comfortable teaching the subject using an inquiry based, laboratory centered approach
    • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to work collaboratively with the school community including students, staff, and parents
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • IBMYP and IBDP teaching experience is preferred, but good applicants with other curriculum experience are also welcome to apply. 
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Physics Teacher’ as the subject heading. 
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     
     

  • Secondary School Library Associate

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. 
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are: 
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION 
    This is a full time Library Associate position, with a schedule as outlined: Monday - Friday from 7:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Secondary School Librarian 
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    • Opening and closing the library and preparing for services 
    • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, reach and lift, carry, push or pull light weights
    • Assists other library staff members in the overall day to day operation of the library maintains the library in a clean and orderly condition 
    • Assists with circulation of print materials, including but not limited to the loan, return, reserve, overdues and weeding of materials 
    • Shelves library books and materials on a daily basis  
    • Assists patrons in learning basic information skills on an informal basis, including without limitation the use of the library catalog, libguide, citation software and research management tools 
    • Assists in the development and creation of displays, announcements or other media supports to encourage library usage and promote reading  
    • Performs clerical duties (i.e. processing materials and mail, covering/repairing books) 
    • Manages library equipment, including computers, printer, copier, scanner, monitors 
    • Manages library supplies and the overdues
    • Assists patrons in locating and selecting appropriate materials
    • Assists in maintaining appropriate behavior of students 
    • Manages faculty and student requests for use of library spaces 3K through 12 
    • Develops knowledge of the IB programme to support teaching for learning
    • Supports an environment of trust that reflects respect for diversity
    • Participates in the Secondary School collection development (weeding, acquisition, cataloging)
    • Assists with library programming and events 
    • Assists with instruction of information and media literacy skills for SS students and faculty 
    • Assists with the development of the library operations procedures and policies 
    • Performs other duties that are consistent with the position and assigned by the librarians such as, without limitation, running reports, amending guides and managing return of interlibrary loans and donations of books 
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS 
    • Enjoys working with students, staff and parents in an educational setting 
    • Strong organizational skills 
    • Experienced with and knowledgeable about library organization 
    • Has strong computer skills and familiarity with Google applications  
    • Adaptable, flexible, open-minded and able to work in a team environment 
    • Able to follow written and verbal instructions and file alphabetically and numerically with speed and accuracy 
    • Demonstrates ethical behavior and able to maintain confidentiality 
    • Able to prioritize tasks and to adjust to work assignments and/or schedule changes
    • Loves books and reading
    • Demonstrates a positive attitude toward work assignments
    • Accepts responsibility for work assigned and constructive criticism
    • Proficiency in Spanish desirable
    • Displays curiosity and initiative and asks for and offers help as needed
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 
    • Participate in professional learning activities which align with school and library improvement goals 
    • Participate in professional learning activities designed to enhance technology, information literacy or library management skills 
    • Participate in staff development opportunities provided by the school
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT 
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
    TO APPLY 
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘SS Library Associate’ as the subject heading. 
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
     

  • Spanish MYP/DP Language & Literature and Language Acquisition

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.
     
    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    Teachers at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with children in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to personalize learning. This is a full time position (5 classes) teaching students ages 11 - 18 from in Spanish Language Literature and Language Acquisition. Students in Spanish Language Literature come from a partial Spanish immersion programme in Primary School and may also have Spanish as their mother tongue. In Language Acquisition we offer classes from the emergent to the proficient level.
     
    START DATE: August 2020
    REPORTS TO: Head of Spanish
     
    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Collaborate with different groups to create, plan, document and moderate assessments
    • Work as an Advisor in a specified year group ?of 10 to 15 students and participate in an annual field trip
    • Supervise Personal Projects and/or Extended Essays as part of the International Baccalaureate Programme
    • Supervise students during break and lunch on a rotating schedule, approximately 1 hour a week
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
    • Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent
    • Minimum 3 years experience teaching Spanish Literature
    • Experience with the MYP/DP or similar program
    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
    • Knowledgeable about multimodal texts
    • Knowledgeable about Project Zero practices - (Making Thinking Visible, 8 Cultural Forces, etc.) and other developments in the field.
    • Creative and critical thinking skills
    • Classroom management and differentiation skills
    • Self-management skills - organization, affective and reflective skills
    • Technology skills - flexibility to work on different platforms
    • Communication skills - effectively communicate with different stakeholders in the community
    • Adaptability skills - work in a changing environment
    DIVERSITY STATEMENT
    Atlanta International School is deeply committed to diversity among our staff and applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
     
    TO APPLY
    To apply for this role, please send a resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using ‘Spanish Teacher’ as the subject heading.
     
    We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

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  • Kaleidoscope After School Program Teacher

    Summary:

    This is a part-time position. After School teachers/staff provide a safe, fun, educational environment for children during the critical time between school and parental pick-up. The primary focus in After School is to encourage children to enjoy relaxing and play-based learning and to become self-aware, motivated, and confident. This is accomplished by attentive staff committed to encouraging the child’s development by role modeling proper behavior, facilitating and encouraging student inquiry and using positive reinforcement. Assistant teachers are expected to willingly attend training sessions throughout the year. After school counselors are highly motivated leaders with a great team attitude. This opening is for After School care for both our Early Learning Center (3K/4K is a language immersion program where our students are taught in French, German or Spanish) and in the Primary School Grades 5K - 5.

    Reports to: Kaleidoscope Coordinator

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Arrive 30 minutes before children arrive, to ensure the site is ready, and activities are prepared.
    • Work with students and other staff members to design and implement weekly and monthly schedules and lesson plans.
    • Report all injuries, suspicious events, or behavior with appropriate paperwork turned into the Kaleidoscope Coordinator within 24 hours.
    • Be involved with children; play actively, show personal attention to individuals, be a positive role model.
    • Use only positive reinforcement and program approved corrective behavior techniques.
    • Attend at least 10 hours of training a year.
    • Maintain the facility by cleaning up after yourself and children, keeping cabinets clean and organized and notifying the director of items that need to be replaced or repaired.

    Skills and Requirements:
    • At least 18 years of age
    • Have a High School diploma
    • Be able to keep up with physical demands of active children
    • Organized, flexible, passionate & dependable
    • Able to work well with others on a team, and with variety of personalities
    • Leadership qualities self -motivated while being group minded
    • Prior experience working with children ages 3 -12
    To Apply:

    Please send your resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org, using 'After School Teacher' as the subject heading.

    We will contact those whose skills and experience best match our needs. Given the number of applications expected no telephone inquiries, please.

Horizons Summer Program

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Substitute, After- School Language and Extracurricular Openings

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  • French Language Support Tutor

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    Requirements: 
    Native speaker of French, experience working with elementary school children, background in teaching or language acquisition. Must be flexible, engaging, open-minded and comfortable leading an active group of students in an inquiry-based environment. Punctuality is also essential. The school will provide curriculum guidelines with the expectation that tutors will prepare their own lesson plans and set individual learning goals for students based on teacher recommendations. Teacher must be able to manage different levels of abilities and levels within their group.

    Program Presentation:
    Students attending the language support program are enrolled during the day in a dual language program where they are learning in the target language 50% of the time and need extra support to succeed in that environment. The program provides opportunities for the use of oral language skills through games and other engaging activities and the development of reading and writing skills in an engaging context. Students also receive support during the program to complete any assigned target language homework from class teacher. Groups are small (8 students max) and include students of different levels, skills and abilities. 

    Tactical Details: 
    • The Language Support Program runs after school Monday to Thursday 3pm to 4.30pm during semesterm time.
    • One group = 3 hours a week/ Two groups = 6 hours a week.
    • $50 per hour paid on a semi-monthly basis. 
    • Sign a contract for the semester (August -December).
    To Apply:
    Please send your resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org using 'French Language Support Tutor' as the subject heading.
     
    We will contact those whose skills and experience best match our needs. Given the number of applications expected, no telephone inquiries, please.

  • Primary School Substitutes (English, French, German, Spanish, Mandarin)

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    Summary:
    AIS welcomes applications for Primary School substitute teachers for grades 3K-5 and is seeking applicants fluent in English, French, German, Mandarin or Spanish. AIS prefers experienced, certified teachers but will consider other applicants who are fluent in the above languages.

    To Apply:
    Please send your resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org; please specify 'Primary Substitute' as your subject heading.
     
    We will contact those whose skills and experience best match our needs, no telephone inquiries, please.

  • Support Language Tutors - German, French, Spanish, ESOL/ESL

    ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
    Atlanta International School (AIS) is a preschool to grade 12 private, non-profit school with language immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.

    Our mission is simple - To develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. The core values that drive our school are:
    • The joy of learning and purposeful effort.
    • Mutual respect and understanding in an intentionally inclusive and intercultural community.
    Requirements: 
    • Native speaker of one of the languages listed above.
    • Experience working with children.
    • A background in teaching or language acquisition desirable.
    • Must be flexible, engaging, open-minded and comfortable leading an active group of students in an inquiry-based environment.
    • The school will provide curriculum guidelines with the expectation that tutors will set individual learning goals for students based on teacher recommendations.
    French, German, and ESOL/ESL classes will be composed of a mix of grade levels (5K & Gr. 1, Gr. 2 & 3, or Gr. 4 & 5). Spanish classes will be composed of a single grade level. Most students will be at an intermediate competency level. Class groups are small (maximum 8). Students are enrolled during the day in a dual language program where they are learning in the target language 50% of the time, but these particular students need extra support to succeed in that environment. 
     
    Goals of the program are: 
    • Identify specific areas of need for each child (with input from the class teacher).
    • Provide opportunities for the use of oral language skills through games; role plays etc.
    • Use and develop student reading and writing skills in an engaging context.
    • Complete any assigned target language homework from class teacher.
    • Practice reading appropriately challenging books.
    Tactical Details: 
    • Tutors can teach one or two groups. If one group it is either M/W or T/Th 3:00-4:30.
    • Plan on one additional hour per week (to be scheduled) for coordination with class teacher/language coordinator.
    • One group = 4 hours per week, Two groups = 7 hours per week. 
    • $50 per hour/ annually $10,080 (if two groups) paid on a semi-monthly basis. 
    • Sign a contract for the semester (August 14-December 17 and January 5-May 31).
    To Apply:
    Please send your resume and cover letter as attachments to employment@aischool.org, using 'French Language Support Tutor' (or German or Spanish, etc.) as the subject heading. 

    We will contact those whose skills and experience best match our needs. Given the number of applications expected, no telephone inquiries, please.
Be Aware: Atlanta International School posts vacancies on our website at www.aischool.org and with the major international recruiting fairs each year. Several international schools have reported scams involving non-existent teaching jobs. Some international schools have recently had their web sites cloned, and candidates have been asked to send large amounts of money to fake employment agencies. All international candidates are urged to be diligent in investigating potential schools during the recruiting process and prior to signing a contract. Use extreme caution if you have been asked for money or private information.

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