Secondary Cover Teacher

We are seeking a flexible, resilient, and enthusiastic Secondary Cover Teacher to support our vibrant secondary teaching team. This role is essential in ensuring continuity of student learning by covering lessons across various subjects in the absence of classroom teachers. The ideal candidate will maintain a focused and engaging classroom environment while supporting students’ academic development and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects for students in Secondary School , ensuring continuity and quality of learning.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that supports student engagement and well-being.
• Communicate lesson objectives clearly and guide students through activities in a structured and supportive manner.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively, maintaining high expectations aligned with the school’s values and policies.
• Provide feedback to the regular classroom teacher regarding student participation, behavior, and any issues encountered during the lesson.
• Supervise individual and group learning activities, encouraging collaboration, critical thinking, and active participation.
  Support classroom transitions and maintain a productive learning atmosphere throughout the school day.
• Assist in preparing and organizing classroom resources and materials when necessary.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and duties (e.g., supervision or cover planning) as directed by the leadership team.
• Support students’ pastoral care and well-being, referring any concerns to the appropriate staff members.
• Adhere to all safeguarding and child protection procedures in accordance with school policy.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant field (preferred).
• Recognized teaching qualification
• 2+ years of teaching or classroom experience preferred.
• Experience with the IB Middle Years Programme or other international secondary curricula is advantageous.
  
• Comfortable teaching across a range of secondary subjects (training or resources provided where needed).
• Fluent English proficiency (C1–C2 level).

Skills and Attributes

• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Confident and professional approach to working with adolescents.
• Ability to quickly build rapport with students and staff.
• Adaptability and confidence in teaching different subjects and year groups.
• A strong commitment to the values of diversity, inclusion, and international education.
• Enthusiastic about supporting students in their academic, social, and emotional development.

Benefits

• A unique opportunity to build a career within a fast-growing polysystemic school.
• Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
• Modern and professional work environment.
• Optional participation in the company’s group medical scheme.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00

Recruitment Process

• Panel interview including the Head of School, Secondary Principal, and Employee Success Manager (30–45 minutes).
• Onsite trial (60 minutes) or teaching footage (for international candidates).

Safeguarding

At The Island Private School of Limassol, we follow safer recruitment practices and are committed to the safeguarding of our students. As such, this post is subject to reference and police checks.

GDPR

Applicants should note that based on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), all applications/CVs are kept in our database based on the consent period each candidate applied for. If you have previously submitted your CV and are interested in this position, please apply again.