Design & Technology Teacher

1. Curriculum Planning and Delivery

• Plan and deliver Design and Technology learning across IB PYP, MYP and DP, including PYP design thinking and hands-on inquiry, MYP Design and DP Design Technology at Standard and Higher Level.

• Design inquiry-led and project-based lessons covering product design, materials, manufacturing processes, CAD, prototyping, engineering principles and sustainable design.

• Ensure coherent progression in design knowledge and practical skills across the three programmes, with learning experiences tailored to students’ age, readiness and relevant IB curriculum requirements.

2. Teaching and Learning

• Engage students through hands-on activities such as sketching, modelling, making, testing, evaluating and solving authentic design challenges.

• Differentiate instruction for learners with varied prior knowledge and language backgrounds, promoting curiosity, independence, creativity and collaboration.

3. Assessment and Student Progress

• Design and use formative and summative assessments aligned with programme expectations, including MYP Design criteria and DP Design Technology requirements.

• Track student progress, provide actionable feedback and prepare DP students for relevant internal and external assessments.

4. Workshop Safety and Sustainable Practice

• Teach safe and responsible use of tools, machines, equipment, materials and digital fabrication technologies, with appropriate risk assessments and supervision.

• Maintain a safe, inclusive and well-organised design studio or workshop, following school policies for safeguarding, health and safety and equipment use.

5. Student Support

• Support students in developing confidence, creativity, resilience and independent problem-solving through iterative design challenges.

• Guide students in selecting appropriate materials, production methods and digital tools to develop, test and evaluate design solutions.

6. Community Engagement

• Communicate student progress and achievement clearly to parents and colleagues.

• Support design clubs, maker projects, product exhibitions and other creative enrichment activities.

7. Cross-Curricular Collaboration

• Help PYP teachers embed design thinking, creative problem-solving and making within units of inquiry.

• Plan cross-curricular projects with MYP and DP colleagues connecting design with science, mathematics, art and sustainability.

8. Professional Collaboration and Development

• Collaborate with primary and secondary teams to ensure progression in design skills and practical learning.

• Maintain current knowledge of IB programme requirements, contemporary design practice and safe workshop technologies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Design and Technology, Product Design, Industrial Design, Engineering or a related field; a master’s degree is an advantage.

• Recognised teaching qualification and school-based experience teaching Design and Technology or a related design subject.

• Demonstrated ability to teach across IB PYP, MYP and DP, including MYP Design and DP Design Technology (SL/HL); experience in an IB school is preferred.

• Strong subject knowledge of the design cycle, materials, manufacturing processes, CAD/CAM, prototyping and safe workshop practices.

• Excellent classroom management, communication and organisational skills across primary and secondary age groups.

• Commitment to student safeguarding, inclusive education, sustainability and the IB learner profile.

Application Process

Interested candidates please go to "APPLY FOR THIS JOB".

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend face-to-face and/or online interview with our recruitment team.

Candidates are requested to provide three referees for pre-employment reference check from current and previous employers.  The referees must be the Principal, Head of school or the direct supervisor from the school management team.

ISA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate background check.

General Requirements for International Teaching Positions

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject area
• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g. BEd, PGCE)
• Minimum two years’ experience of classroom teaching in mainstream education sector
• Previous experience of teaching the IB curriculum is preferred, high potential candidates without IB experience might be considered
• Well-versed in various teaching resources including digital tools to support and enhance teaching and learning
• Sensitivity to the cultural differences
• A willingness to actively participate in the academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes