Recruiting Great Teachers!

The pre school teacher position is full-time, with a wonderful working environment.

• The school is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am until 5:30pm

Applicants must:

• Be fluent in English
• Have the appropriate Pedagogical Degree to teach at this level
• Have experience working with children

We will select applicants that have:

• A great personality, creativity, passion for early learning, communication skills, curiosity for early language learning and intercultural competencies
• A high sense of responsibility and dedication
• A high-level understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework.
• A passion for inclusion and inclusive education
• A recent First Aid Certificate/Asthma & Anaphylaxis.
• An understanding of and commitment to the British National Curriculum as well as Montessori philosophies of teaching
• A true willingness to support Golden Oak values and our vision of being Cyprus' highest quality provider of care and early learning which is accessible to every child. 

Main Kindergarten Teacher Duties Include:

• Responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of the children in your care
• Preparing, presenting and checking all necessary work for the annual syllabus
• Creating lesson plans to teach students the core school subjects, such as writing, reading, science, and mathematics (depending on the level of each age group in your care)
• Teaching students how to interact with others on a social level
• Observing students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
• Updating parents on their child’s progress
• Helping children in matters of personal hygiene where necessary

Your Benefits:

• Further Training, Education Support and Career Progression Opportunities
• Fantastic Work Environment and Location
• Supportive Team Environment
• Great Community & Family Based Environment

Working as part of our dynamic and dedicated team, you will provide a high-quality kindergarten program by planning, implementing and evaluating play and learning experiences for children in consultation with families and other educators. Golden Oak strives to provide environments, interactions and programs that nurture, stimulate and guide each child’s development.

How to apply

To apply for the above position, please email your CV to admin@goldenoakcyprus.com

The position will provide the experience for the assistant to develop into the main classroom teacher as we expand.

Applicant to be fluent in English.

Attractive salary provided.

This role will involve general interaction with students to support teaching staff daily (Monday to Friday).

More specifically, responsible for the following (not limited to):

• Support staff and students during classes in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain a calm and caring atmosphere in the classroom for children under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Maintain and file accurate records of all contact with parents and service providers.
• Assist in the preparation of personal learning plans.
• Implement assessment special arrangements/provisions under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Available for school excursions, and other activities as directed

To excel in this position, you will have the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Bachelors degree in Education.
• Experience preferred.
• Punctual and excellent time management skills
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A full understanding of Child Safety requirements at the school will ensure that learning enhancement programs promote the safety, well-being and inclusion of all children.
• Ability to work 1:1 with students and develop and enhance skills as directed
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with students, families, school staff and other services
• Ability to apply personal knowledge and initiative to suggest modifications to educational programs to meet the learning needs of specific students, subject to the approval of the applicable teacher
• Commitment to occupational health and safety
• Understand and follow relevant School policy and government legislation,
• An understanding of and commitment to the British National and Montessori curriculum. 

How to apply

To apply for the above position, please email your CV to admin@goldenoakcyprus.com

The Role  

· Apply psychological principles to provide students with any type of counsel they may require for their social and emotional well-being and their professional development. To communicate with parents when needed in order to help each student thrive and reach their maximum potential in all aspects. 

· Apply psychological principles to address HR responsibilities in employee selection, professional development, organisational development, smooth daily operations and management practices. 

Responsibilities & Expectations:

· a deep understanding of psychological assessments and methodologies to enhance overall student wellbeing and employee productivity and efficiency. 

· experience in working with children of all ages and specialist knowledge and expertise in areas related to child development and the educational system.

· expertise to support students with learning difficulties, social and emotional difficulties, developmental disorders, and other Special Educational Needs.

· an ability to make recommendations that improve the educational experience, supporting individual children and their parents to help them to achieve their full potential.

· experience in HR psychology, strong analytical skills, and a passion for fostering a positive environment.

Student Councillor Responsibilities:

Improve Academic Achievement

- Promote student motivation and engagement

- Conduct psychological and academic assessments

- Monitor student progress

- Collect and interpret student and classroom data

- Reduce inappropriate referrals to special education

Promote Positive Behavior and Mental Health

- Improve students communication and social skills

- Manage behavioural protocols throughout the school 

- Assess student emotional and behavioral needs

- Provide individual and group counselling when needed

- Promote problem solving, anger management and conflict resolution

- Reinforce positive coping skills and resilience

- Promote positive peer relationships and social problem solving

Support Diverse Learners

- Assess diverse learning needs

- Plan appropriate Individualised Education Programs for students with special needs

- Modify and adapt curricula and instruction

- Adjust classroom facilities and routines to improve student engagement and learning

- Monitor and effectively communicate with parents about student progress

Create Safe, Positive School Climate

- Prevent bullying and other forms of negative behaviour

- Support social-emotional learning

- Assess school climate and improve school connectedness

- Implement school-wide positive behavioral supports

- Provide crisis prevention and intervention services

Strengthen Family-School Partnerships

- Help families understand their child's learning and mental health needs

- Assist in navigating special education processes

- Connect families with community service providers when necessary

- Help effectively engage families with teachers and other school staff

- Enhance staff understanding and responsiveness to diverse cultures and backgrounds

HR Responsibilities: 

- Recruitment and Retention of Quality Educators

- Employee relations and performance management

- Compliance with Educational Regulations

- Professional Development and Training

- Performance Management and Evaluation

- Fostering a Positive School Culture

- Managing Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution

- Ensuring Student Safety and Well-being

- Succession Planning and Leadership Development

- Technology Integration in HR Processes

- Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations for employee selection and development.

- Design and implement training programs that enhance employee performance.

- Collaborate with management to develop policies that promote a healthy workplace culture.

- Analyse organisational structures and processes to recommend improvements that boost productivity.

- Provide expert guidance on conflict resolution and employee relations.

- Facilitate workshops and seminars on psychological principles applicable to human resources.

- Stay updated on the latest trends in HR psychology and workforce management.

Qualification Requirements:

- Appropriate University Degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or related field.

- Proven experience in child psychology, human resources, or organisational psychology.

- Strong understanding of psychological testing and assessment tools.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- An empathetic nature towards those around you.

- Ability to analyse data and provide actionable insights.

- Familiarity with HR software and performance management systems.

- Certifications in HR or psychology-related fields are a bonus.

How to apply:

To apply for the above position, please email your CV to admin@goldenoakcyprus.com

The position is full-time, with a wonderful working environment.
Please note that our Primary School closes at 3.30 pm daily.

Applicants must:

• Be fluent in English.
• Have a Primary Teacher Degree.
• Have experience working in a similar position.

Your Benefits:

• Further Training, Education Support and Career Progression Opportunities. 
• Fantastic Work Environment and Location.
• Supportive Team Environment.
• Great Community & Family Based Environment.

Main Primary School Teacher Duties Include:

• Responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of the children in your care.
• Preparing, presenting and checking all necessary work for the annual syllabus.
• Creating lesson plans to teach students the core school subjects.
• Teaching students how to interact with others on a social level.
• Observing students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Updating parents on their child’s progress.

We will select applicants that have:

• A great personality, creativity, passion for early learning, communication skills, curiosity for early language learning and intercultural competencies.
• A high sense of responsibility and dedication.
• A high-level understanding of the Primary Learning Framework.
• A passion for inclusion and inclusive education.
• A recent First Aid Certificate/Asthma & Anaphylaxis.
• An understanding of and commitment to the British National Curriculum as well as Montessori philosophies of teaching.
• A true willingness to support Golden Oak values and our vision of being Cyprus' highest quality provider of care and education which is accessible to every child. 

Working as part of our dynamic and dedicated team, you will provide a high-quality primary program by planning, implementing and evaluating play and learning experiences for children in consultation with families and other educators. Golden Oak strives to provide environments, interactions and programs that nurture, stimulate and guide each child’s development.

How to apply

To apply for the above position, please email your CV to admin@goldenoakcyprus.com

The Role  

We are seeking dynamic and caring Learning Support Assistants (LSAs). The LSA position plays a key role supporting students who need an extra level of care, making a real difference by positively impacting student experiences and truly contributing to our school community. 

Learning development

One of the primary tasks of a learning support assistant is to help specific students with their education. Their goal is to help each child to achieve and surpass their full potential. They also support and encourage children with their schoolwork by explaining instructions as many times as needed or building confidence in their ability to complete a task.

Supervision

LSAs go beyond the classroom to help children throughout their day. This includes supervising and encouraging students to join the group activities, as they play in the playground and during lunch.

They may also supervise group activities when required, such as school outings and sporting or social activities in case a child needs their help.

Behavioural development

LSAs provide clear instructions that help children understand and behave appropriately. They require a calm, rational tone when speaking to children. LSAs help create and follow an individual child's care plan to ensure they get the attention they need.

Social development

LSAs help students to understand the value and skills of social interactions. They teach children how to communicate and interact. They may also help with physical needs, such as personal hygiene. By providing social and emotional support to the children. 

This allows children to prepare themselves to understand, express and manage their emotions and interactions with others.

Work environment of learning support assistant

An LSA may also be responsible for accompanying their chosen student on school outings, field trips, sporting or social events  with the rest of their class/group.

Learning support assistant skills

If you're hoping to find work as a learning support assistant, these are some useful skills to develop:

· a positive attitude · the ability to motivate others

· flexibility and patience

· creativity · excellent verbal communication skills

· ability to remain calm under pressure

· good listening skills

· trustworthiness and empathetic

· reliability and strong ethics

· confidence and attention to detail.

Learning support assistant requirements

If you're interested in working as an LSA, here are some of the requirements a hiring school may have:

Good education & previous experience working with children

Experience working with children who have a disability or condition and additional learning strengthens your CV. Personal life experience, such as home life or babysitting should also be included.

You can gain experience by volunteering to get teaching support experience with children who have disabilities. Volunteering at a school can deepen your knowledge.

A good personal record

As LSAs work with vulnerable children, they will be required to provide a health certificate from their GP and provide an enhanced background check by way of a police clearance certificate from the Cyprus Police Authority.

How to apply

To apply for the above position, please email your CV to admin@goldenoakcyprus.com