ABOUT ALMADA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
At Almada International School (AIS), we nurture happy, confident and ambitious learners who see the world as full of possibilities. AIS currently serves learners from kindergarten through to Primary Year 3 (Cambridge International Stage 4) and will open Primary Years 4 and 5 as well as Cambridge Lower Secondary Years 6 and 7 in 2026, offering a continuous, high-quality international education in a welcoming and culturally diverse environment.
Our mission is to develop each child holistically, encouraging natural curiosity and a lifelong love for learning. Through active and collaborative learning methodologies, our students explore the arts, sports, nature and technology, students develop essential skills that prepare them for a rapidly changing world by building meaningful knowledge and the skills to apply it in real-life contexts.
At AIS, we work every day to cultivate resilience, positive values and attitudes, preparing our learners to build a better future with joy, purpose and confidence. Our bilingual environment that reflects our multicultural community, where kindness, aspiration, respect and a strong sense of belonging are the foundations of daily life.
We place the child at the centre of the educational process, empowering them to grow as independent thinkers, creative problem-solvers and compassionate global citizens.
ROLE
We are currently recruiting a Lower Secondary teacher for The Arts, which will be comprised of Performance arts, Music & Sound and Visual Arts and Design, following the Cambridge International Curriculum. Teaching should also explore integrating technology to build on a wider project across Lower Secondary subjects.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
· Bachelor’s Degree in a Relevant Teaching Field.
· A strong dance and performance background (trained in a classical genre, a Degree in Dance or Theatre Studies, or another related field).
- Extensive previous experience in educational settings.
- The confidence to explore subjects from a wide range of cultures, with the ability to deliver innovative practical and engaging lessons.
- Excellent communication skills in English, with a commitment to learning Portuguese (if not already spoken).
- The ability to work collaboratively, within a cross-curricular teaching setting.
- A proactive approach and attentiveness to challenge and engage students.
- Excellent class management skills.
- Dedication to effectively track individual student needs, progress and development.
WHY JOIN?
· A modern school with an onsite farm and innovative educational resources.
· You will have the opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive educational community, dedicated to excellence.
· Opportunities for continuous professional development throughout the year.
· A competitive salary based on the AIS pay scale to ensure fairness, taking experience into consideration.
· Health insurance.
· Food allowance.
· Public transport allowance.
· Discounted tuition fees for up to 2 children.
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV, cover letter and the contact details of two references to joinourteam@ais-edu
Job Type: Full-time
