Russian Language & Literature Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching
1. Develop, deliver, and assess Russian Language & Literature or Russian Language Acquisition in the IB Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12) and/or Russian first language or Russian language acquisition in Grade 9-10 and/or Russian first language or Russian language acquisition in the IB Middle Years Programme (Grade 6-8), as required, according to student needs and teacher allocations.
2. Align classroom learning and teaching to programme approaches and grade level requirements.
3. Create an engaging classroom environment that motivates students to learn and ensure all student expectations are high
4. Use a wide range of assessment methods to ensure student knowledge and understanding are appropriately recorded
5. Provide a positive learning environment for each student and inspire students to expand their understanding and enjoyment of the subjects taught.
6. Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of each student to be socially and academically successful, having regard to the abilities and aptitudes of individuals
7. Provide individual tutoring for students who need support to progress in their course (as required, according to student needs and teacher allocations).
8. Collaborate with other teachers to ensure a consistent approach to learning and achievement of standards for each group
9. Be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching and organization, and high standards of achievement and behaviour in lessons
10. Enhance lessons through incorporating technology into the teaching program and be creative in working with limited resources
11. Work with Programme Coordinators to produce relevant planning documents and attend relevant Programme meetings.
12. Plan, keep and report appropriate records to school management and parents

Other Responsibilities
1. Supervise Extended Essay Students for the IB Diploma (as required, according to student needs and teacher allocations).
2. Supervise relevant Community Service and CAS projects for High School students (as required, according to student needs and teacher allocations).
3. Organise and lead extra-curricular activities and student engagement to promote positive interactions among students and develop their academic, creative and sporting potential.

General
1. Maintain knowledge of current educational theory and practice and undertake professional training in liaison with the Head of Department and Programme Coordinators.
2. Act in accordance with the budgets, policies, procedures, directions and decisions of the school management
3. Act as ambassador for the school and act in a manner that upholds the values and ethos of the school at all times
4. Maintain high quality standards in all areas of the school
5. Any other activities as agreed with management to contribute to overall development of the school.

REPORTING
Report to the Russian National Curriculum lead teacher for first language Russian.
Report to the Head of Language Acquisition for Russian Language Acquisition
Work closely with the Programme Coordinators for MYP, IGCSE and DP as appropriate.

TIMING & DURATION
The position is available starting Wednesday 13 August 2025. This is a full-time long-term position with an initial contract of 2 or 3 years (subject to 3 months’ probation) which will be renewable by mutual consent.

REQUIREMENTS
• University degree in teaching Russian Language & Literature, or similar subject
• Experience teaching middle and high school students
• Genuine enjoyment of working with students and ability to enable a wide range of students to reach their academic potential
• Ability to plan strategically, to set and meet deadlines and to implement plans
• Capable of developing new educational programmes
• Excellent interpersonal, team leadership and membership skills
• Able to communicate well with students, staff and parents and gain their confidence and respect
• A commitment to Professional Development
• Ability to communicate with other staff in English

DESIRABLES
• Experience teaching IB MYP, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma
• Additional language skills
• Prior teaching experience in an international environment

APPLICATION
• Send your application in English by email to hr @bis.kg
• Include: (i) a brief cover letter summarizing your suitability for the post and the reason for applying; (ii) your CV; (iii) a list of three referees with contact details.

Deadline for Applications: Interviews and appointment will be arranged as soon as appropriate applications are received. The initial deadline is 10:00 on Monday 26th May 2025.