Work at IST

SCHOOL YEAR 2025/2026

PYP Classroom Teacher (Grade 5) - MATERNITY COVER

IST is seeking a qualified and experienced Classroom Teacher to provide maternity cover for our Grade 5 class (approximately 10/11 years old).

    Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver an engaging, inquiry-based curriculum consistent with the IB PYP philosophy and standards.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment that supports the well-being and academic growth of every student.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and differentiating instruction to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate actively with the PYP team, colleagues, and parents.
• Accompany Gr. 5 students in their transition to middle school

       Essential Requirements

• Teaching Certification/Qualification (or an internationally recognized equivalent) for Primary/Elementary Education.
• Previous teaching experience within an international school setting.
• Direct experience or good knowledge in implementing the IB PYP curriculum.
• Perfect command and fluency in the English language, both written and oral, which is essential for the teaching environment.
• Proven classroom management skills and a positive, flexible approach to teamwork.

       Details

• Start Date: Early March 2026
• End Date: Late June 2026

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter, along with three references from previous employers or co-workers to: hr@isturin.it

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One-to-One Assistant for Primary School Student with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

IST IS seeking a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced One-to-One Assistant to support a Primary School student with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in an inclusive classroom setting.

The successful candidate will work closely with the student, the class teacher, and the family to implement an individualised education plan and foster the student's academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, one-to-one support to the student, adapting tasks and materials to meet their specific needs.
• Assist the student with classroom activities, behavioural management, and social integration.
• Monitor and record the student’s progress, providing regular feedback to the class teacher and SEN coordinator.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and structured learning environment.
• Support the student during transitions and non-classroom activities (e.g., lunch, playtime).

Essential Requirements

• Appropriate Training/Qualifications: Proven educational background or formal training relevant to Special Educational Needs (e.g., specific diplomas, degrees in Education, Psychology, or related fields).
• Experience: Significant and demonstrable previous experience (minimum [Specificare il Numero, es. 2 years]) working directly with children in a Primary School setting, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Bilingual Proficiency: Perfect written and spoken command of both the English and Italian languages is absolutely essential. 
• Soft Skills: Patience, empathy, excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Preferable Requirements:

• Residence in Turin or surrounding areas
• Be already in possession of valid paperwork to live and work in Italy.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter, along with three references from previous employers or co-workers to: hr@isturin.it

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SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027

IB DP Chemistry Teacher

IST is seeking for an IB DP Chemistry Teacher, to work with IBDP and MYP students:

Essential Requirements :

• Proven experience teaching IB DP Chemistry (Diploma Programme).
• Excellent command of the English language (mother tongue level).

Preferable Requirements:

• Experience teaching the IB MYP (Middle Years Programme).
• Laboratory experience and strong practical lab management skills.
• Experience in an international school or multicultural environment is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A patient, caring, and collaborative approach to supporting young learners.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter, along with three references from previous employers or co-workers to: hr@isturin.it

MYP Design Teacher

We are seeking an innovative and passionate MYP Design Teacher to join our vibrant international faculty. The successful candidate will be a tech-savvy educator capable of inspiring students through the IB Design Cycle, with a specific focus on integrating Robotics and Digital Technology into the curriculum.

You will empower students to become creative problem-solvers, moving beyond being mere consumers of technology to becoming ethical and skilled creators.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver high-quality MYP Design lessons (Years 1–5) that align with IB standards and practices, including the E-porfolios.
• Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning: Foster a classroom environment rooted in the IB Design Cycle: Inquiring & Analyzing, Developing Ideas, Creating the Solution, and Evaluating.
• Assessment: Implement rigorous formative and summative assessments according to MYP criteria.
• Robotics Integration: Lead the Robotics program, incorporating VEX, LEGO Mindstorms, Arduino, or similar platforms into the Design units.
• Integrate AI tools into the MYP Design cycle and curriculum
• Mentorship: Supervise Personal Projects and design and lead the school’s extracurricular STEM/Robotics clubs.

The ideal candidate has previous experience in the role, preferably in an international environment, a good knowledge of the MYP curriculum and standards, and a perfect knowledge of English, spoken and written.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter, along with three references from previous employers or co-workers to: hr@isturin.it

 Whole School Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher

The Whole School SEN Teacher applies a four-part graduated approach — assessment, identification & placement, implementation and review — within the Primary and/or Secondary division, as needed. In collaboration with the SEN Coordinator and the Student Support Team (SST), the SEN Teacher contributes to assessing student needs through observations, discussions, and analysis of internal and external assessment data, including standardized measures (e.g., ISA, CAT4, WISC, WIAT). Based on these assessments, the SEN Teacher delivers targeted provision, which may include direct intervention and/or integrated classroom support. 

The SEN Teacher works closely with the SEN Coordinator, students, their families, and teachers to design and implement Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) or Student Success Plans (SSPs). The SEN teacher regularly consults and collaborates with subject teachers to deliver the inclusive strategies outlined in the ILP within Primary and Secondary classrooms. Depending on student needs and scheduling, the SEN Teacher may also deliver support within a separate learning environment and/or through a reasonably adjusted curriculum to promote independence and academic success at IST.

The SEN Teacher may also support Primary or Secondary students identified as English Language Learner (ELL), or Gifted and Talented (G&T) who would benefit from individualized programming, providing opportunities to explore, challenge and further their academic development in collaboration with the SEN Coordinator and subject teachers. 

The SEN Teacher maintains accurate reporting of their students’ progress and contributes to provision mapping and review processes within the Primary and Secondary division, ensuring alignment with the broader IST Inclusion Policy and compliance with GDPR regulations.

Specific Responsibilities:

• collaborate with the Principals, SEN Coordinator, and School Counselor to assess, identify, and place students with SEN
• design Individual Learning Plans or Student Success Plans for students with identified SEN, in consultation with SEN Coordinator, students, families, and teachers
• implement these plans, which may include functional academic instruction and/or ATL skill development
• deliver targeted provision, which may include direct intervention and/or integrated classroom support
• consult and collaborate with subject teachers to deliver inclusive best practice
• support individuals or small groups of students to maximize opportunities for inclusion within the PYP, MYP and DP
• depending on student needs and scheduling, deliver support within a separate learning environment and/or through a reasonably adjusted curriculum to promote independence and academic success
• may support Primary and Secondary students identified as English Language Learner (ELL), or Gifted and Talented (G&T) who would benefit from individualized programming
• communicate regularly with stakeholders regarding their students’ progress in the SEN program
• partake in annual reviews and updates of student ILPs/SSPs 
• may liaise with external service providers or specialists working with SEN students, as appropriate 
• stay informed of evolving student needs and communicate relevant changes to the Principals and SEN Coordinator
• carry out any other duties assigned by the Principals related to inclusion and student well-being

The ideal candidate has previous experience in the role, preferably in an international environment, and a perfect knowledge of English, spoken and written.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter, along with three references from previous employers or co-workers to: hr@isturin.it

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the IST team.  To submit a spontaneous application, please fill in the application form below and submit the following documents:

• A cover letter
• A full CV/ résumé with a photograph
• A statement outlining your educational philosophy
• Details of professional referees from employment from your three previous schools.

Please note: only applications received through the online application form will be considered. 

Safeguarding

The International School of Turin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is school policy to actively seek confidential references for all new employees including at least one from the previous three employers.

All new employees coming from outside Italy are required to provide a police background check from their current country of employment/residence and all previous countries worked.

Locally hired staff are required to provide a police background check with the local police authorities.

CODE OF ETHICS 

As an accredited school, IST adheres to the CIS Code of Ethics. The purpose of the CIS Code of Ethics (Council of International Schools) is to describe the moral principles upon which CIS members are expected to base their conduct and professional practice. 

All CIS members are expected to: 

• Fulfill the promises stated in their guiding statements, policies, contracts and promotional materials.

• Strive for excellence.

• Nurture a culture of care in which the education, safety and well-being of students and others are paramount.

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations.

• Respect the dignity and equality of all individuals, groups and cultures.

• Promote global citizenship.