Language & Literature Teacher

MYP & DP LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE TEACHER

Nord Anglia International School Dublin is looking to recruit a dedicated MYP & DP Language and Literature Teacher to deliver outstanding teaching and learning in this subject area. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a generation of resilient, creative global citizens who will change our world for the better.

As part of the Nord Anglia Education global family, NAISD offers a dynamic, international environment with access to world-class partnerships including The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London. You will enrich students through our innovative programmes including the Global Campus and Nord Anglia University.

Reporting to the Assistant Head of Secondary and Head of Language & Literature, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding MYP and DP learning experience. Your key areas of focus will include:

• Delivering high-quality instruction: teaching engaging, inquiry-based MYP and DP Language and Literature lessons that develop students’ analytical, communication and creative skills.
• Creating a dynamic learning environment: encouraging critical thinking, discussion and independent learning while fostering a genuine love of language and literature.
• Assessing and supporting student growth: designing and implementing a range of formative and summative assessments to track progress and provide meaningful, timely feedback.
• Planning and preparation: taking responsibility for schemes of work and lesson plans, and developing short-, medium- and long-term plans in line with curriculum objectives.
• Collaborating with colleagues and the school community: working closely with fellow educators, students and parents to support student learning and wellbeing.
• Contributing to the wider school community: participating in extracurricular activities, school events and initiatives that enrich students’ educational experience.
• Form Tutor responsibilities: contributing to the implementation of the IB curriculum and supporting students’ pastoral and personal development.

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, HDipEd or equivalent) and a Bachelor’s degree in Language and Literature or a related subject.
• Significant experience teaching Language and Literature at secondary level, with familiarity with MYP and DP curricula or comparable frameworks such as GCSE/IGCSE.
• A deep understanding of inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary teaching approaches and the IB curriculum.
• Strong classroom management skills tailored to the developmental and social dynamics of secondary students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Competence in using educational technology and digital tools to support subject-specific learning and student engagement.
• A commitment to student-centred learning, differentiation and inclusive classroom practices.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About You

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a confident ambassador for the school. You communicate with clarity and warmth across diverse audiences, building strong relationships with students and parents alike. Reflective and innovative in your practice, you are open to feedback and dedicated to continual professional development. You will adapt readily to our fast-paced international environment and meet any visa-related requirements for working in Ireland.

Find out more about what we offer to our staff in our Employee Benefits Brochure [link].

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination. We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with various protected characteristics.

We have a strict policy against discrimination and harassment of any kind. We also comply with all national and local laws regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity. We expect all employees to embrace and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in their everyday work, helping to create a welcoming environment for everyone.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

Online applications must be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.