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Elementary Homeroom Teacher
Blue Valley School
San Jose, Costa Rica
Start date: July 2025
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- Elementary
- Licensed Teacher
- Bachelor
- 2 years of teaching experience
- Education
- Teaching Credential/License
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
- Valid teaching certification or license.
- Strong knowledge of current educational trends and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and situations.
- A passion for teaching and a commitment to student success.
To be discussed after the interview.
Role Summary:
Founded in 1989, Blue Valley is a private, bilingual, Pre-K through 12th-grade school with over 800 students that offers a challenging combination of Costa Rican and International curricula promoting technology, the arts, and physical wellbeing.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Elementary Teacher to join our team in July 2025. As an Elementary Teacher, you will be responsible for educating and guiding young students in their academic and personal development. You will create lesson plans, teach various subjects, evaluate student progress, and communicate with parents and school administrators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and implement engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans for students in various subjects, including but not limited to English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
- Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and resources to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including visual aids, technology, and hands-on activities.
- Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, empathy, and cooperation among students.
- Evaluate student progress and provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents through regular assessments, reports, and conferences.
- Collaborate with other teachers and school administrators to develop and implement school-wide policies and programs that support student success.
- Attend and participate in professional development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and staff meetings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, grades, and behavior.
At BVS, we offer an exceptional educational experience designed to set students on a path to success. With over three decades of excellence, our distinctive approach provides the opportunity to graduate with three globally recognized diplomas: Costa Rican, American High School, and IB.
Central to our approach is our commitment to implementing best-proven practices, adopting innovative methodologies, collaborating with educational leaders, and continually upskilling our talented teachers. Our rigorous academics provide superior preparation for students to achieve top results in school and formal examinations, earning praise from university instructors and industry leaders alike.
Meanwhile, our Sports and Fine Arts Academies cultivate their skills and talents in athletics and the arts, ensuring a well-rounded development. At BVS, students gain a deep understanding of the curriculum and acquire real-world competencies, paving the way for lifelong achievement.
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