Vacancy Announcement IB MYP Design Teacher

Vacancy Announcement IB MYP Design Teacher Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Kelem International School (KIS) is a Pre-KG to Grade 10 institution with a rich 80- year history as a Scandinavian school in Addis Ababa. For 74 years it operated under the Swedish Embassy as the Swedish Community School before transitioning in 2019 to an independent, not-for-profit international school. Today, KIS continues its legacy of academic excellence, student-centered learning, and global citizenship.

Who We Are

At KIS, our vision is to become a collaborative center of learning in Ethiopia, nurturing confident and self-realized global citizens. Our mission is to empower every child to reach their full potential, developing resilient, curious, open-minded, and reflective learners who can express themselves effectively.

We are committed to equipping our students with the ability to think critically, analyze information, and solve problems creatively, preparing them to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. As lifelong learners, our teachers, and staff engage in continuous professional development to uphold the highest educational standards.

KIS fosters compassionate and responsible global citizens, while honoring and respecting Ethiopia’s rich heritage. Our diverse student body, representing 28 different nationalities, follows the Finnish curriculum blended with international educational best-practices and standards for Grades 1-10, alongside the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for kindergarten.

If you are an educator who values inquiry-based learning, creativity, and student empowerment, we invite you to apply and become a part of our innovative learning

community.

Job Description

Kelem International School (KIS) is looking for a qualified, experienced, and energetic IB MYP Design Teacher for an immediate opening. KIS is currently an IB MYP Candidate School actively working towards full IB authorization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach MYP Design (Digital and Product Design) to secondary students in line with International Baccalaureate principles.
• Guide students through the four stages of the IB Design Cycle.
• Develop curriculum documents, unit planners, and rubrics required for the school’s IB authorization process.
• Maintain a well-organized, safe, and collaborative practical classroom/lab environment.
• Regularly evaluate student progress using IB criterion-based assessment rubrics.
• Participate in school meetings, professional learning communities, and extracurricular activities as required.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Design Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 to 3 years of teaching experience in a recognized international or private school.

Curriculum Knowledge: Strong background in inquiry-based teaching, project-based learning, and modern technology integration. Direct experience with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) is highly desirable.

Skills: Excellent classroom management, digital literacy, and strong verbal and written English communication skills.