IB MYP/DP Economics & BusinessTeacher (with possible coordination role)

Job Description

We are currently looking for an exceptional IB MYP/DP Economics and Business Teacher from August 2026.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be processed on a rolling basis. 

We are looking for passionate teachers who give their students hope for the future and can help them grow and be better than their previous best.

Job description - Classroom teaching responsibilities (80%)

• Establish classroom environments that are creative, focused, engaging, and which embody IB philosophy and the mission statement of the school.
• Use flexible teaching methodologies that engage students with diverse learning styles.
• Lead by example, demonstrate the IB learner profile in action, and guide students toward becoming open-minded, compassionate, thoughtful learners with a global perspective.
• Assess and respond to student abilities and progress, adapting their approach with different teaching styles.
• Undertake lesson preparation, set/mark examinations, write student reports, and develop assessments aligned to the IB requirements and the school calendar.
• Effective use of the learning management system.
• Set and mark students’ work accurately and promptly, giving guidance and work according to their needs, supporting their development and progression.  
• Provide regular and supportive feedback to students and parents.  
• Support students' personal development and wellbeing and seek support from the School Counsellor and Programme Heads where welfare concerns are identified.

Job description - Team responsibilities (15%) 

• Work collaboratively with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, unit planning, assessment development, and improvement programs.  
• Openly exchange ideas, expertise, resources, and tools with colleagues and within the subject areas to improve teaching within the school.  
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the appropriate curricula and current teaching trends, digital tools, and developments

Job description - School-wide responsibilities (5%) 

• Be an academic and pastoral mentor to a group of students.  
• Foster and promote a sense of pride and positive community spirit among staff and students.  
• Undertake cover lessons when required.  
• Assist with marking and evaluating placement exams when necessary.  
• Compulsory attendance at meetings both during and outside of school hours including: school meetings, staff meetings, subject area meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, supervising student breaks, home-room activities & other meetings which are required by the school.  
• Complete supervision duties according to the calendar (possible duties include lunch supervision, drop-off or departure duty, uniform checks, bus supervision, break, and supervision).

Required Skills/Abilities

Qualifications Requested   

• Right to work in Italy (EU passport or valid Italian work VISA).
• A relevant bachelor’s degree and teacher qualification (or another related field from an accredited, state-approved programme).  
• Immaculate police check(s).

Contract Duration   

• Fixed-term, with the possibility for extension.

Experience   

• A minimum of two years of recent and relevant experience in a comparable school environment.  
• Relevant teaching experience within the subject area(s), preferably in an IB school (MYP and/or DP).  
• Specialist skills & knowledge.  
• Proven ability to plan and deliver innovative inquiry-based lessons that engage students and address their diverse learning needs.  
• Demonstrated ability to use digital tools and resources effectively to enhance learning.      
• Planning and organisational skills.  
• Fluent English: reading, speaking, writing (Common European Framework of Reference - CEFR level C1-C2).

Personal qualities and desired attitudes

In addition to relevant qualifications, experience, and skills, we’re looking for teachers who are:        

• Passionate about their subject areas and able to engender the same enthusiasm in students.  
• Positive and have worked to develop respectful relationships with colleagues and students.  
• Dependable in all areas of the role
• Flexible, and able to adapt to new environments and cultures.  
• Able to contribute to and support life at H-FARM International School through involvement in school activities and events and participation in our thriving school community.