Secondary English Teacher
Location: Milan, Italy
Region: Europe
Required: August 2025
Curriculum: IB - MYP & DP / iGCSE
Salary: Competitive within region
Contract: 1 year renewable to permanent
School Overview:
This client school of Teachanywhere is a thriving, dynamic international school offering a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum across multiple educational programmes, including IGCSE, MYP, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The school is a centre for educational innovation built upon the fundamental principle of education as a preparation for playing an active and successful role within the international community.
The school is part of one of the leading international K12 education groups in the world, with a network of 65+ premium bilingual and international schools, as well as online programmes, educating 40,000 students in 11 countries.
Location Overview:
This school has three campuses throughout the Milan Area, hosting classes from Nursery to Secondary School. With its 10,000 square meters, the Secondary school campus is built in a territory subject to rapid transformation. The school was designed specifically on students' desires, who were asked "How do you imagine your ideal school?". They wished for a happy and creative space, a place to meet people and experience life, even after the bell rings. Inaugurated in 2020, this school provides new areas for socialization outside the classroom and different common spaces, such as the indoor gym and the semi-Olympic (25 meters) indoor swimming pool. The outdoor area, of approximately 6,000 square meters, hosts a multifunctional playground.
Milan itself is an exciting and dynamic place to live; a global capital of fashion and Italy's leading financial centre, as well as being a major cultural hub boasting rich art and architecture including the iconic landmark the Duomo cathedral. With a well-connected international airport, and excellent infrastructure including four metro lines, it is a cosmopolitan location with a welcoming expat network. The city will also host the Winter Olympics in 2026.
Job Overview:
The post is for an enthusiastic and experienced English Language and Literature Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about teaching and learning and thrives in a multicultural and collaborative school environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Teach high school English courses as part of the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP), ensuring the delivery of engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons;
- Teach classes in IGCSE and /or MYP ( dependent on experience);
- Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the IB DP curriculum and promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning;
- Assess students' progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback to encourage academic growth;
- Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that caters to the diverse learning needs of students, using differentiated teaching strategies;
- Encourage a growth mindset and develop students' passion for English, helping them build essential skills for their future academic and professional endeavours.
- Collaborate with colleagues in the English Department and across the school to share best practices and resources.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree in English or a closely related field.
- Teaching certification, with preference given to those with an IB DP teaching qualification or experience.
- Familiarity with the IGCSE and/or IB MYP/DP curricula is an advantage, but a strong understanding of the principles and practices of inquiry-based learning in other curricula would be accepted.
- Prior experience in an international school environment is desirable.
- Someone who is passionate about international education, creative in their thinking and collaborative in their approach.
- The successful candidate will also be adaptable, motivated by challenge and an excellent, highly organised classroom practitioner.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary competitive for region. Further details would be provided to interested candidates.
- 2000 euros relocation package and help sourcing accommodation.
- Free lunch in school canteen every working day.
- Private health insurance (in addition to state medical cover).
- Professional development opportunities.
About us:
'Teach the world, live the dream!'
Teachanywhere was launched in 2004 to assist teachers of all levels and backgrounds find their ideal role in their dream location. We were one of the first companies to search the world for teaching opportunities while acknowledging that it's not always easy to settle in a new country. Combining Teachanywhere's size, expertise, and local knowledge we are able to advise teachers where in the world they are most likely to thrive professionally and as a person. The benefits of working with Randstad and Teachanywhere include:
- Exclusive roles
- CV support
- Interview preparation
- Contract review
- A dedicated consultant guiding you through the whole process including relocation and associated administration
- Tailored career advice
- Refer A Friend reward scheme for recommending someone else to us; what would you spend £300 'Love to Shop' vouchers on?
What next:
If you wish to be considered, please apply online. If successful, a Teachanywhere consultant will be in touch and will be happy to furnish you with more information on the process of registration and interviewing. Apply now!