Department: Middle School

Reports to: Middle School Principal

School year: 2023 - 2024

Basic Function and Scope:

The Middle School Teacher Aide, with a specialization in English as a Foreign Language (EFL), performs a variety of support tasks to assist the faculty and the Principal. This role encompasses clerical support, direct monitoring of students, and providing instruction in English as a Foreign Language when substituting.

Duties Performed:

• Provides learning experiences in an environment conducive to student learning and engagement;
• Directs group activities for assigned students;
• Assists in monitoring students as directed by teachers and administrators;
• Substitutes for classroom teachers as needed schoolwide, specializing in English as a Foreign Language;
• Follows teacher learning/lesson plans and reports on daily progress;
• Supports and enforces classroom policies;
• Prepares classroom materials for distribution;
• Corrects workbooks or other short-answer classroom assignments, if necessary;
• Demonstrates appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals, ensuring equitable opportunities for student learning;
• Exhibits positive and effective classroom management skills;
• Supervises students during recess, lunch, or early morning periods outside;
• Supervises students in various areas of the building, such as classrooms, the library, theater, or other designated areas;
• Collaborates closely with citizenship coordinators and counselors to address student behavior and issues;
• Proctors examinations, including MAP testing sessions, IB exams, and other assessments;
• Assists students with learning in small groups or one-on-one instructional sessions, specifically in English as a Foreign Language;
• Participates in professional development events to enhance professional competence;
• Thoroughly reads all related handbooks in the Middle School to ensure a comprehensive understanding of school procedures, policies, and offerings;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Contacts:

The Middle School Teacher Aide interacts daily with various school personnel, including the Administrative Assistant, the Principal, faculty members, other aides, and parents. There is also daily contact with students.

Independence of Operation:

While all work is monitored by teachers and/or the Principal/Administrative Assistant, the Middle School Teacher Aide is expected to maintain order, safety, and an optimal learning environment through direct contact with students. Once routine work is explained, the aide is expected to work efficiently, effectively, and independently to complete tasks.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related field in education, with a specialization in English as a Foreign Language;
• Proficiency in English is required;
• A minimum of two years of experience working with children ages 6-12 and/or 12-18 in an educational setting, preferably in groups;
• Strong communication skills;
• Technological literacy, including the use of online teaching platforms for virtual instruction;
• Commitment to remaining current in content knowledge and teaching strategies, particularly in the field of English as a Foreign Language;
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
• A copy of your Teaching License;
• Resume, and;
• The contact information for three professional references.

Department: The Institute

Reports to: Dean of the Institute

School year: 2022 - 2023

The Innovation Lab hosts an artificial intelligence station, a virtual reality/augmented reality station, as well as a maker space to enhance project-based learning across the school. The MakerSpace will contain a 3D printer and other high-end tools of design. The Innovation Lab Specialist tinkers, makes, designs, and seeks to constantly stay updated on new technology innovations.

The responsibility of the Innovation Lab Specialist include:

• Creating and maintaining, with student apprentices, a public repository of tutorials on how to use the machines in the space safely, as well as documenting student projects built in the space;
• Maintaining the machines, tools, materials, safe use, and schedule of the Makerspace;
• Facilitating workshops and training for faculty and students in areas relevant to the machines in the space and use of technology;
• Researching, developing, and prototyping innovative maker activities;
• Being committed to student learning, personal growth, and professional development;
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Varied professional experience; Former entrepreneurs encouraged, having demonstrated
• ability to independently develop professional connections and skills with the youth;
• Bachelor's degree in related field; advanced degree preferred;
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Genuine excitement for and ability to work with students, faculty, staff, and parents;
• Knowledge and experience with at least 2 or more of the following: physical programming, robotics, coding, 3D printing, design software, engineering, and wearable technology;
• Experience in the educational sector;
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
• Resume and;
• The contact information for three professional references.

Reports to: President

ACS Athens, a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit a K-12 Psychologist.

Summary Description:

A school psychologist specializes in the application of psychology principles to foster learning and development in students. Clinical experience in working with children and adolescents as well as extensive knowledge and experience with psycho-educational evaluations is vital for this position.

Duties:

• Oversee the social, emotional and academic development of school students;
• Address social problems students face in school, such as bullying and poor academic performance;
• Organize programs that foster academic and social development;
• Carry out student assessment to identify strength and weakness and then implement appropriate psychological intervention;
• Listen and interact with school children to assist them with their problems, as well as counsel them;
• Educate and counsel parents of school students on ways to relate better with children to help them develop academically and socially;
• Provide teachers with training on the management of child learning disorders;
• Encourage and reward good behavior, as well as reprimand wrong conduct;
• Work with parents and teachers in addressing students' emotional, academic, and behavioral issues;
• Design and implement strategies that foster social and educational development;
• Conduct research on new approach and techniques to increase learning and development;
• Manage issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, and low self-esteem among students.
• Able to design and implement preventive psycho educational programs i.e. anti bullying, safeguarding etc.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist;
• A minimum of three years experience;
• Extensive experience and training in psycho-educational assessments;
• Excellent command of oral and written language in English;
• Excellent command of oral and written language in Greek;
• Able to effectively and accurately interpret and provide diagnosis upon completion of a psycho-educational evaluation;
• Effective communication skills;
• Work collaboratively and efficiently within a team and lead a team;
• Be able to work within an international and diverse academic setting;
• Be tech-savvy;
• International work experience will be appreciated;
• Expertise and experience in assessing students with LD, including literacy, math and emotional difficulties.
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To apply, please submit to this form:

• Cover letter including connection to ACS Athens' mission;
• Teaching license;
• Resume;
• Contact information for 3 professional references.

All materials should be submitted in English.

Department: Learning Commons

Reports to: Director of Learning Commons

School year: 2022 - 2023 & 2023-2024

ACS Athens, a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit a substitute teacher and math/science studio assistant with a background in MATH and/or SCIENCE to teach High School and Middle School students. The position reports to the Director of the Learning Commons.

Duties:

• Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy, primarily for faculty in the math and science departments;
• Assist/guide/teach students in the math/science studio after school;
• Teach and provide learning experiences in math, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
• Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
• Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
• Know and use technology in teaching;
• Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;
• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;
• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department;
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to teach grades 7-12;
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in math;
• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
• IB and/or AP teaching experience considered a plus;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 13 – 18) in English;
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
• Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information and;
• The contact information for three professional references.

ACS Athens, a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit a full time permanent substitute teacher with a background in BIOLOGY to teach High School and Middle School students for the 2023-2024 school year. The position reports to the Director of the Learning Commons.

Duties:

• Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy, primarily for faculty in the BIOLOGY departments;
• Teach and provide learning experiences in BIOLOGY, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
• Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
• Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
• Know and use technology in teaching;
• Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;
• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;
• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department;
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to teach grades 7-12;
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in BIOLOGY;
• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
• IB and/or AP teaching experience considered a plus;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 13 – 18) in english;
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
• Resume, and;
• The contact information for three professional references.

ACS Athens, a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit a full time permanent substitute teacher with a background in CHEMISTRY to teach High School and Middle School students for the 2023-2024 school year. The position reports to the Director of the Learning Commons.

Duties:

• Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy, primarily for faculty in the CHEMISTRY departments;
• Teach and provide learning experiences in CHEMISTRY, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
• Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
• Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
• Know and use technology in teaching;
• Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;
• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;
• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department;
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to teach grades 7-12;
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in CHEMISTRY;
• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
• IB and/or AP teaching experience considered a plus;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 13 – 18) in english;
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
• Resume, and;
• The contact information for three professional references.

Department: Learning Commons

Reports to: Director of the Learning Commons

School year: 2023 - 2024

Duties:

• Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy, primarily for faculty in the Social Sciences, upon exception substitute classes in the Elementary School;
• Assist/guide/teach students, daily, in the writing/research studio after school;
• Teach and provide learning experiences in Social Sciences, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
• Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
• Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
• Know and use technology in teaching;
• Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;
• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;
• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department;
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to teach Social Sciences in grades 7-12;
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in Social Sciences;
• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
• IB and/or AP teaching experience considered a plus;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 13 – 18) in English;
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
• A copy of your Teaching License;
• Resume, and;
• The contact information for three professional references.