Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all applicants to share this commitment.
We are currently looking for candidates for the following positions:
Teaching Staff
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Date: 5th April (Saturday)
Time: 10am - 11.30am (CET)
We are looking for dynamic, academically-driven local and international teachers to become a part of a caring and inclusive community where both our students and staff have agency and thrive while sharing a passion for learning. You will have a chance to work with some of the most intellectually curious young minds and have the chance to inspire them through stimulating and creative lessons in small classes of up to 12 students.
About Akademeia
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration.
- A passionate and motivated team of professionals who regularly collaborate and share resources and strategies for engaging our students
- Access to private health medical and mental health package
- Subsidised lunches and multisport cards
- Generous professional development scheme and further qualification support
- Fee discount for children of staff members
Our Requirements for Teaching Role
All of our teachers are experts in their fields with qualifications from the world’s most prestigious universities. Their passion, experience and educational background are the intellectual bedrock that lays the foundation for our students’ academic and creative successes. Many of our experienced teachers hold Masters degrees and PhDs; some are actively involved in academic research. At Akademeia, we invest in our teachers’ professional development and we have a very low turnover among our teachers.
Current Vacancies for AY 25
- Chemistry teacher
- Head of Human and Social Sciences Department
- Mathematics teacher
- Economics teacher
- French teacher
- School Counsellor
- School Nurse
- Learning Support Teacher
Educational Qualifications and Experience
- A Master’s degree or higher in subject specialist areas
- Teaching experience specifically in A Levels or International Baccalaureate
- Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula– iGCSE and A Level
- Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
- Experience managing and leading groups of students
- Good interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with fluency in written and spoken English.
- High levels of professionalism, with a commitment to lifelong learning and development
- High level of IT literacy
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All postholders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years of employment history.
Job Description
We are looking for a dynamic, academically-driven and inspirational teacher to lead our Human and Social Sciences Department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Akademeia High School, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. You would be a part of a caring and inclusive community where both our students and staff have agency and thrive while sharing a passion for learning.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the role:
This role is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking to take the next step in their career or for an experienced Head of Department capable of leading a team of dedicated teachers. While leadership experience is not essential, applicants must demonstrate the skills and qualities necessary to effectively lead a department.
The role focuses on four main areas of management and leadership.
- Quality of teaching
The Head of Department is responsible for the quality of teaching and learning across the subjects they oversee. They lead a team of teachers in their professional growth in line with the broader school ethos of a learning community to ensure the quality of the students learning.
- Exam results
In liaison with the Data Coordinator, the Head of Department is responsible for the department's exam results, including the tracking and analysis of results data to improve student outcomes.
- Department development
The Head of Department plays a crucial role in setting the vision and strategic direction for the department’s growth.
- School Development
The Head of Department contributes to the overall development and success of the school collaborating with senior leadership and other departments.
As the Head of our Human and Social Sciences Department, you will collaborate with experienced professionals who value teamwork and the interdisciplinary nature of social sciences. Our commitment to student-cantered approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which prepares students for academic success and lifelong learning. The department consistently achieves outstanding results in external exams at both IGCSE and A Level. In recent years, our students have been awarded Pearson Learner Awards in categories such as the Highest Mark in the world in the International A Level in Economics and the highest mark in Poland in the International GCSE in History and Geography. Many of our students go on to study at prestigious universities, such as LSE, University of Cambridge MIT, Yale University. Many receive scholarships to continue their studies at top universities worldwide.
The full-time teaching commitment is 20 hours of instruction per week with 4 hours release for administrative responsibilities with generous time allowances built into the timetable to facilitate effective preparation, marking, and report writing. The regular school week is from Monday to Friday, with occasional school events happening on weekends (e.g. open days, school trips) that teachers may be required to attend.
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
About you:
Educational Qualifications and Experience
- A Master’s degree or higher
- Teaching experience specifically in A Levels or International Baccalaureate
- Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula– iGCSE and A Level
- Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
- Experience managing and leading groups of teachers (desirable)
- High level of IT literacy
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school and deliver a demonstration lesson.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job description
We are looking for a dynamic, academically-driven teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Akademeia High School, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. You would be a part of a caring and inclusive community where both our students and staff have agency and thrive while sharing a passion for learning.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the job:
You will have a chance to work with some of the most intellectually curious young minds and have the chance to inspire them through stimulating and creative lessons in small classes of up to 12 students.
You will be joining a dedicated team of 10 enthusiastic mathematicians who regularly collaborate and share resources and strategies for engaging our students. Our commitment to a student-centred approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which prepares students for academic success and lifelong learning.
Mathematics department is dynamic, offering frequent CPD workshops and departmental meetings; we also embrace diverse teaching styles and actively support peer-to-peer learning through lesson observations and constructive feedback. We follow the Pearson International GCSE and A Level curricula, and in Y11 we also teach GCSE Statistics and a pre-A Level programme, which is designed by our team, to ensure our students are thoroughly prepared for A Level.
As the school’s largest department, we consistently achieve outstanding results. In 2023, our student earned the Highest Mark in the world in the International A Level in Mathematics, and in 2024 another achieved a perfect 200/200 on the iGCSE. Many of our students go on to study at prestigious Universities, such as Warwick University (Mathematics), Imperial College (Mathematics and Engineering), LSE (Mathematics), Oxford University (Engineering), and Princeton and MIT (Engineering). We also encourage participation in prestigious mathematics competitions like the UKMT and British Mathematical Olympiad, where our students frequently earn gold medals and merit awards.
About you:
We are seeking a passionate Mathematics Teacher eager to contribute to our team's success and bring fresh ideas to our department. If you are dedicated to making a difference and wish to be part of a collaborative and high-achieving team, we would love to hear from you.
The full-time teaching commitment is 20 hours of instruction per week with generous time allowances built into the timetable to facilitate effective preparation, marking, and report writing. Teachers are expected to either be involved in pastoral care (tutoring of a small group) or supporting student clubs and co-curricular activities. The regular school week is from Monday to Friday, with occasional school events happening on weekends (e.g. open days, school trips) that teachers may be required to attend.
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
Educational Qualifications
● A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mathematics
Experience
● Teaching experience specifically in A Levels or International Baccalaureate
● Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula– iGCSE and A Level
● Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
● Experience managing and leading groups of students/young people
● High level of IT literacy
Newly qualified teachers and recent graduates are welcome to apply. The school’s professional development scheme includes funding for PGCE qualification.
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school and deliver a demonstration lesson.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job description
We are looking for a dynamic, academically-driven teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Akademeia High School, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. You would be a part of a caring and inclusive community where both our students and staff have agency and thrive while sharing a passion for learning.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the job
You will have a chance to work with some of the most intellectually curious young minds and have the chance to inspire them through stimulating and creative lessons in small classes of up to 12 students.
You will collaborate closely at both the subject and departmental levels, working on curriculum planning, specification delivery, and broader initiatives. Your role will involve teaching Chemistry to students aged 14-18, across IGCSE and A Level courses.
As a member of our Natural Sciences Department, you will collaborate with experienced professionals who value teamwork and the interdisciplinary nature of science. Our commitment to student-cantered approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which prepares students for academic success and lifelong learning. We offer fully equipped laboratories supported by two dedicated lab managers who assist teachers in delivering practical lessons. The department consistently achieves outstanding results in external exams at both IGCSE and A Level. In recent years, our students have been awarded Pearson Learner Awards in categories such as the Highest Mark in the world in the International A Level in Chemistry and the highest mark in Poland in the international GCSE in Chemistry.
Our students also participate in prestigious competitions like the British Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Olympiads, frequently earning gold medals and merit awards. Most of our STEM students go on to pursue courses in fields such as Medicine, Medical Sciences, Neurobiology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Natural Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering. Many receive scholarships to continue their studies at top universities worldwide. Beyond academic successes, and professional collaboration, our department nurtures a strong sense of community, and we occasionally spend time together outside of school to strengthen team spirit.
The full-time teaching commitment is 20 hours of instruction per week with generous time allowances built into the timetable to facilitate effective preparation, marking, and report writing. Teachers are expected to either be involved in pastoral care (tutoring of a small group) or supporting student clubs and co-curricular activities. The regular school week is from Monday to Friday, with occasional school events happening on weekends (e.g. open days, school trips) that teachers may be required to attend.
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
About you:
We are looking for professionals demonstrably committed to pursuing a career in education. The successful candidate will be able to both inspire and widen students’ interests in their subject as well as effectively guide them in exam preparation.
Educational Qualifications
● A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry
Experience
● Teaching experience specifically in A Levels or International Baccalaureate
● Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula– iGCSE and A Level
● Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
● Experience managing and leading groups of students/young people
● High level of IT literacy
Newly qualified teachers and recent graduates are welcome to apply. The school’s professional development scheme includes funding for PGCE qualification.
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school and deliver a demonstration lesson.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Description
We are looking for a dynamic, academically-driven teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Akademeia High School, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. You would be a part of a caring and inclusive community where both our students and staff have agency and thrive while sharing a passion for learning.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the Job
You will have a chance to work with some of the most intellectually curious young minds and have the chance to inspire them through stimulating and creative lessons in small classes of up to 12 students.
You will collaborate closely at both the subject and departmental levels, working on curriculum planning, specification delivery, and broader initiatives. Your role will involve teaching Economics to students aged 14-18.
As a member of our Human and Social Sciences Department, you will collaborate with experienced professionals who value teamwork and the interdisciplinary nature of social sciences. Our commitment to student-cantered approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which prepares students for academic success and lifelong learning. The department consistently achieves outstanding results in external exams at both IGCSE and A Level. In recent years, our students have been awarded Pearson Learner Awards in categories such as the Highest Mark in the world in the International A Level in Economics and the highest mark in Poland in the international GCSE in History and Geography. Many of our students go on to study at prestigious Universities, such as LSE (Economics, Law), University of Cambridge (Economics, HSPS, Geography), LSE (Mathematics), MIT, Yale University. Many receive scholarships to continue their studies at top universities worldwide.
You will be joining a dedicated team of enthusiastic teachers, who regularly collaborate and share resources and strategies for engaging our students. We offer frequent CPD workshops and departmental meetings; we also embrace diverse teaching styles and actively support peer-to-peer learning through lesson observations and constructive feedback Beyond academic successes, and professional collaboration, our department nurtures a strong sense of community, and we occasionally spend time together outside of school to strengthen team spirit.
The full-time teaching commitment is 20 hours of instruction per week with generous time allowances built into the timetable to facilitate effective preparation, marking, and report writing. Teachers are expected to either be involved in pastoral care (tutoring of a small group) or supporting student clubs and co-curricular activities. The regular school week is from Monday to Friday, with occasional school events happening on weekends (e.g. open days, school trips) that teachers may be required to attend.
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
About You
We are looking for professionals demonstrably committed to pursuing a career in education. The successful candidate will be able to both inspire and widen students’ interests in their subject as well as effectively guide them in exam preparation.
Educational Qualifications
● A Bachelor’s degree or higher in in Economics or a related field.
Experience
● Teaching experience specifically in A Levels or International Baccalaureate
● Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula
● Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
● Experience managing and leading groups of students/young people
● High level of IT literacy
Newly qualified teachers and recent graduates are welcome to apply. The school’s professional development scheme includes funding for PGCE qualification.
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school and deliver a demonstration lesson.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Role:
The Learning Support Teacher will implement and provide SEN students with educational support under the supervision of the Head of Learning Support. As a Learning Support Teacher, you will be providing individual or small group support to students with learning differences and collaborate closely with teachers, modeling inclusive practices and effective research-based strategies ensuring all students have the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized support to students with learning difficulties or special educational needs (SEN).
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop and implement strategies for accommodating diverse learning needs within the classroom.
- Conduct assessments to identify students' specific learning needs and develop personalized learning plans.
- Develop and implement personalized learning plans tailored to each student's individual needs and academic goals, including accommodations for exams and coursework.
- Collaborate with the exam centre to ensure that students with SEN receive the appropriate access arrangements to demonstrate their knowledge and abilities.
- Deliver targeted interventions and support sessions focused on building essential academic skills, such as literacy, numeracy, study skills, and exam preparation strategies.
- Adapt teaching materials and resources to suit the learning styles and abilities of individual students.
- Monitor and track the academic progress of students with SEN, providing ongoing feedback and adjustments to support strategies as necessary to ensure academic success.
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to provide updates on their child's progress, discuss strategies for support at home, and collaborate on goal-setting.
- Work closely with other members of the school's support team, including special educational needs coordinator (SENCOs) and the Wellbeing team to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting students with SEN.
- Keep up-to-date with best practices in the field of special education and attend relevant professional development opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of student assessments, progress, and interventions in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Advocate for the needs of students with SEN within the school community and participate in meetings or committees related to inclusion and diversity.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally, regardless of their individual learning needs.
What we offer:
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Teaching certification from an accredited institution and minimum two years of experience in the given field.
- University degree in learning support and/or special education needs
- Preferred knowledge and experience working in the British curriculum
- Preferred experience in teaching at a secondary level
- Fluency in English
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
How To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV to: [email protected]
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Deputy Head (Pastoral) and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and will be given a practical task to complete.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Job Description
We are looking for a dynamic, inspirational and academically-driven teacher to join our thriving English and Drama Departments. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Akademeia High School community, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. The school boasts a vibrant academic environment with fantastic faculty members and a supportive administrative team.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the job:
You will teach English Language and Literature and Drama in separate classes to students aged 14-18, across a range of English and Drama courses at IGCSE and A Level.
English Language and Literature:
Working collaboratively with other members of the English Department, you will be involved in the planning and delivery of a range of our curricula throughout a given academic session.
You will also support students in the planning and delivery of major pieces of work, such as external coursework, as well as developing their wider essay and transactional writing skills.
In tandem with the wider department, you will take an active role in promoting and encouraging the development of literacy throughout the school, both by personal example and through community-engagement projects conducted with students.
Drawing upon your work in the Drama Department, and seeking, wherever possible, collaboration with further related departments, you will aim to enrich students’ understanding and appreciation of a wide range of literary genres, including dramatic texts.
You will be involved in the promotion of literature-related activities to the wider school community, such as raising awareness of the school’s reading resources, both in our library and through our online journal access, as well as supervising students in their familiarization with and use of these and related resources.
Drama
Working closely with the Head of Department, you will deliver a combination of both theory and practice-based lessons using the department’s facilities: the auditorium, backstage area, props/costumes, lighting and sound, and utilizing our online resources such as the Digital Theatre Plus platform to support students’ learning of and appreciation for this vital artform.
You will work directly with students on both the devising and direction of the practical components of their GCSE and A Level qualifications, reviewing the work of external production companies covered within the specifications and supporting the students in the incorporation of new techniques into their own work. Your support of the students’ devised pieces will include oversight of both the writing and the physical organisation of their pieces.
At intermittent stages throughout the school year you will oversee the running of rehearsals to ensure that students have had appropriate practice opportunities for their work before their final performances. Encouraging as much independence in your students as possible, you will also support them in the promotion and advertising of their work to the school community.
In terms of outreach, to promote the work and activities of the Drama Department within the wider school community, you will assist in the planning and promotion of dramatic works through major events such as the annual Drama Week (held in the spring term) and the school’s Arts Week (held in the summer term). Throughout the school year, you will also work will colleagues from both the English and Drama Departments in the organization of monthly school trips to the theatre, as well as the screenings of transmitted productions, e.g. National Theatre Live productions, in our auditorium.
The full-time teaching commitment is 20 hours of instruction per week with generous time allowances built into the timetable to facilitate effective preparation, marking, and report writing. The maximum class size is 12, which allows our students to benefit from more focused and personalized teaching. Teachers are expected to either be involved in pastoral care (tutoring of a small group) or supporting student clubs and co-curricular activities; with reference to the teaching of Drama, this may include supporting students from outside of the department with school-wide productions, such as the annual musical or our external drama program. The regular school week is from Monday to Friday, with occasional school events happening on weekends (e.g. open days, school trips) that teachers may be required to attend. Within the usual course of dramatic productions, drama teachers will also be expected to oversee and attend rehearsals that may be run in the evenings or at weekends, if not during regular working hours.
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance, sports card and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
About you:
We are looking for creative teaching professionals with deep love of the word both written on the page and presented on the stage The desire to spark this same passion in your students should be the driving force of your vocation to educate others about English Literature and Drama. You should also be a highly effective communicator able to deliver premium lesson content for all of the British curriculum key stage examinations. The successful candidate will be a dynamic individual able to both inspire and widen students’ interests in English Literature and Language, and Drama, as well as guiding them effectively in their preparations for both major internal and external exams.
Educational Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in English Literature or English Language and Literature, or English Literature and Drama/Theatre
Experience
• Teaching experience specifically in A Level Literature and/or A Level Language and Literature and A Level Drama; International Baccalaureate Language A: Literature (HL) and/or Language A: Language and Literature (HL); Theatre (HL); IGCSE or GCSE English Language, IGCSE or GCSE English Literature; GCSE Drama
• Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula: IGCSE/GCSE and A Level
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
• Experience managing and leading groups of students/young people
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school and deliver a demonstration lesson.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Teacher of French
We are looking for a dynamic, academically-driven teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Akademeia High School, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. You would be a part of a caring and inclusive community where both our students and staff have agency and thrive while sharing a passion for learning.
About Akademeia
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the job
You will have a chance to work with some of the most intellectually curious young minds and have the chance to inspire them through stimulating and creative lessons in small classes of up to 12 students.
You will collaborate closely at both the subject and departmental levels, working on curriculum planning, specification delivery, and broader initiatives. Your role will involve teaching French to students aged 14-18.
As a member of Modern Languages Department, you will collaborate with experienced professionals who value teamwork. Our commitment to student-cantered approach fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which prepares students for academic success and lifelong learning. The department consistently achieves outstanding results in external exams at both IGCSE and A Level. Many of our students go on to study at prestigious universities, such as University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, London School of Economics, Imperial College London University of St Andrews, Durham University, MIT, Brown University, Yale University. Many receive scholarships to continue their studies at top universities worldwide.
The full-time teaching commitment is 20 hours of instruction per week with generous time allowances built into the timetable to facilitate effective preparation, marking, and report writing. Teachers are expected to either be involved in pastoral care (tutoring of a small group) or supporting student clubs and co-curricular activities. The regular school week is from Monday to Friday, with occasional school events happening on weekends (e.g. open days, school trips) that teachers may be required to attend.
Staff benefits include 12 weeks paid holiday, access to private health insurance, sports card and mental health package, subsidised lunches, professional development scheme and further qualification support. Extracurricular activities, such as afternoon clubs, supervision of Personal Development Projects and trips are paid additionally in line with the school’s extracurricular points system.
About you
We are looking for professionals demonstrably committed to pursuing a career in education. The successful candidate will be able to both inspire and widen students’ interests in their subject as well as effectively guide them in exam preparation.
Educational Qualifications
● A Bachelor’s degree or higher in French or a related field.
Experience
● Teaching experience specifically in A Levels or International Baccalaureate
● Thorough knowledge of the subject curricula
● Involvement in extra-curricular activities: professional, amateur, or voluntary
● Experience managing and leading groups of students/young people
● High level of IT literacy
Newly qualified teachers and recent graduates are welcome to apply. The school’s professional development scheme includes funding for PGCE qualification.
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school and deliver a demonstration lesson.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
School Counsellor
We are looking for a dynamic, academically-driven School Counsellor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Akademeia High School community, which is already a well-established international school in its ninth year of operation. The school boasts a vibrant academic environment with fantastic faculty members and a supportive administrative team.
About Akademeia:
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
You will be an experienced school-based mental health provider (school counsellor, psychologist, etc.), working alongside our pastoral team in further promoting wellbeing and resilience, and supporting diverse students with mental health needs at an individual, group, and school level. Please note that teachers and educators without credentials that allow for the delivery of individual mental health services and therapeutic interventions to the youth will not be considered for this position.
- Conduct individual school-based counseling sessions with teens focused on a wide range of mental health problems and using evidence-based mental health interventions.
- Develop and deliver (or co-facilitate) group mental health sessions for students.
Please note that you may be asked to deliver mental health support in AHS boarding houses, if necessary.
- Conduct consultations with parents and school staff to further foster mental health support delivered to the student.
- Develop and deliver prevention-focused workshops, presentations, and psychoeducational sessions for students, parents, and school staff.
- Deliver all the work tasks in English (and potentially other languages depending on the candidate’s skillset).
- Support the development and implementation of school-wide prevention and intervention mental health programs; this may include the preparation of educational and outreach materials, delivering in-school activities, etc.
- Keep up-to-date documentation.
- Screen for and respond to safeguarding and child protection concerns, and keep up to date records.
- Liaison with out-of-school providers and services to facilitate the delivery of mental health support to the students.
- Collaborate with culturally and professionally diverse school staff including the Learning Support Department, and external mental health providers to deliver mental health support to students.
- Respond promptly when needed to support students in a state of crisis.
- Deliver Relationship & Sexual Health Education classes upon receiving in-house training.
- Work in a team and under the supervision of the Department Head.
Required Qualifications:
- Completed a graduate-level university degree in psychology (preferred specializations: clinical, school or educational, counselling, applied developmental), school counseling/social work, or any relevant mental health field with a focus on the provision of individual and group evidence-based mental health interventions in school settings or integrated behavioral healthcare settings.
- Up-to-date professional licensure granted by an accredited institution or association.
- Up-to-date background check.
Required Skills:
- At least two years of independent work experience as a mental health provider in educational settings or integrated behavioral/healthcare settings (supervised practice can be considered).
- Experience in conducting individual counseling sessions with teens from culturally diverse backgrounds using evidence-based tools.
- Working knowledge of and experience in utilizing short-term mental health interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, third-wave therapies, or Motivational Interviewing.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Strong knowledge of ethical and professional standards (specified by a relevant accreditation/licensure institution) and ability to apply them to school settings.
- Experience in mental health record keeping and documentation.
- Strong teamworking, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Experience in working in interdisciplinary and culturally diverse teams.
- Strong ability to utilize Microsoft Office software.
- Familiarity with or strong eagerness to learn safeguarding/health record keeping and reporting software.
- Familiarity with or strong eagerness to learn how to use AI mental health tools and softwares.
Desirable Skills:
- Work experience in international school settings.
- Familiarity with the British educational system.
- Fluency in another language, e.g., Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, or any other language.
- Experience in utilizing other therapy tools with teens, such as ACT, DBT, ARC, mindfulness, etc.
- Knowledge of and experience in utilizing trauma-informed mental health interventions for teens.
- Experience in developing and implementing system-level mental health programs focused on prevention.
- Experience in public speaking and workshop facilitation.
- Knowledge of coaching processes and an ability to utilize them with students.
- Experience in delivering support to students focused on their academic pathways regarding transition to a university-level education.
- Experience conducting and disseminating research in any field relevant to this job position.
Required documents:
- A copy of the candidates’ university diploma
- A copy of the candidate’s current professional licensure or certification number
- Two contacts to referees.
- A copy of an up-to-date background check
- Cover Letter that addresses the following areas: candidate’s experience working in culturally diverse professional settings and with culturally diverse teens and families; candidate’s experience in delivering evidence-based mental health interventions; candidate’s motivation to work in a school setting.
For more information about the school and to gain a better understanding of what it is like to work with us, please visit.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/our-team/working-at-ahs
For informal enquires about the position you are welcome to contact us at [email protected]
To apply, please complete the application form and submit it along with your cover letter and CV.
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Head of Department. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a day in our school.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Administrative Staff
Poszukujemy pielęgniarki lub pielęgniarza szkolnego, który będzie dbał/a o zdrowie naszych uczniów.
Akademeia High School została założona w celu stworzenia unikalnego środowiska edukacyjnego, w którym uczniowie mogą rozwijać się jako osoby kreatywne, niezależne i myślące krytycznie. Nasze programy nauczania są elastyczne i dostosowane do indywidualnych potrzeb uczniów, ich mocnych stron oraz zainteresowań. Uczymy poprzez dialog, zachęcamy naszych uczniów do wykraczania poza program nauczania; do testowania granic tego, co wiedzą i jak myślą.
Zakres obowiązków:
- realizowanie opieki zdrowotnej nad uczniami w szkole,
- prowadzenie działań profilaktycznych,
- udzielanie pierwszej pomocy,
- czynne poradnictwo dla uczniów,
- prowadzenie dokumentacji medycznej,
- w nagłych przypadkach kontakt z lekarzem i bliskimi uczniów,
- wsparcie w sprawach opiekuńczo wychowawczych dotyczących dobrostanu uczniów.
Nasze wymagania:
- aktualne prawo wykonywania zawodu,
- doświadczenie pracy na podobnym stanowisku z dziećmi i młodzieżą,
- dobra organizacja pracy własnej,
- znajomość języka angielskiego w stopniu komunikatywnym,
- umiejętność obsługi komputera,
- doświadczenie administracyjne.
Oferujemy:
- atrakcyjne wynagrodzenie
- praca w międzynarodowym środowisku
- dofinansowanie do lunchy
- prywatne ubezpieczenie medyczne i dostęp do opieki psychologicznej
Jak aplikować:
Aby złożyć aplikację, kandydaci powinni przesłać swoje CV oraz list motywacyjny na adres [email protected]. Zastrzegamy sobie prawo do zamknięcia rekrutacji po zatrudnieniu odpowiedniego kandydata, dlatego zachęcamy do wcześniejszego składania aplikacji. Jeśli nie otrzymasz odpowiedzi od nas w ciągu dwóch tygodni od wysłania aplikacji, oznacza to, że nie została ona przyjęta.
Przyjmujemy aplikacje bez względu na wiek, płeć, pochodzenie etniczne czy religię. Szkoła zobowiązuje się do ochrony oraz poszanowania praw i dobrostanu naszych uczniów, dlatego oczekujemy, że wszyscy kandydaci będą poszelać te zobowiązania.
Salary: In line with qualifications and experience
Contract type: Part-time to Full-time
Contract term: Permanent
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team as Examinations Officer and School Office Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-growing, international environment and to contribute to the school’s academic ethos.
If you have excellent communication and administration skills, an eye for detail, enjoy working with vibrant community and care for education, this may be an ideal position for you.
About Akademeia
Akademeia High School is an academically-selective school in Warsaw, offering IGCSEs and A Levels alongside Akademeia Assessed Courses. The majority of our students are preparing to study at Oxbridge, Russell group, and Ivy League universities as well as acclaimed architecture, art and music schools. With a rigorous admissions process and A Level classes taught in the form of undergraduate seminars, the school pursues a pre-university university model. The school offers a robust scholarship programme, with 10% of places allocated to merit-based, partial and full scholarships. Together with Akademeia High School Foundation, the school also supports several educational outreach and community engagement initiatives.
About the role
This role is essential in ensuring the smooth administration of all internal and external examinations and plays a key part in ensuring the fair and efficient delivery of examinations, supporting both students and staff in achieving academic success.
The successful candidate will:
- organise all aspects of the school’s examinations processes, both internal and external.
- ensure that exams are conducted efficiently and in the best interest of candidates and in accordance with the regulations laid down by the awarding bodies.
- liaise with Heads of Department and Faculty to ensure that all assessment is delivered within set deadlines.
- maintenance of the school information system.
- liaise with students, parents, and examination boards in respect of examination requirements, entries, and results.
- perform any other administrative duties related to the running of the school’s administration
Person Specification
Essential:
- Educated to degree level
- Experience of working in an office and data driven environment
- High level of IT skills
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Calm, friendly, and professional attitude at all times
Desirable:
- Significant experience in education sector
- Previous experience of working as an exams officer or in school administration
- Knowledge of examinations regulations or procedures
What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Access to private health insurance and mental health package
- Flexible working hours – part time to full time
- Subsidized lunches and sports card
- Professional development support
For more information about the school, please visit our website: https://akademeia.edu.pl/en/
If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your application form along with a CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Selected candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Director of Operations. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to perform a practical task.
Akademeia High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years’ employment history.
It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
https://www.akademeia.edu.pl/about-us/policies
Akademeia High School is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of AHS through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
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