Primary Teacher - Native English Speaker

Primary Teacher – Native English Speaker

Rootes School is a bilingual and bicultural educational environment that supports children and young people in a growth journey focused on independence, critical thinking, and openness to the world. Our mission is “educating for freedom” through an educational model that combines Italian and Anglo‑Saxon culture, innovative teaching methodologies, and experiential learning. We believe in a school that values curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and the development of personal skills within an inclusive and international environment.

Our educational approach integrates bilingual teaching, blended learning, interdisciplinary activities, and strong attention to soft skills, with the aim of preparing students to face change with awareness, independence, and a collaborative mindset.

Joining Rootes School means actively contributing to a dynamic and innovative educational project, where teachers, educators, and staff members share the responsibility of creating modern, authentic, and meaningful learning experiences focused on personal growth.

We are currently looking for Native English‑Speaking Primary Teachers to join our educational teams in Monza and Seregno (MB), Italy. The successful candidate will support students throughout their academic, emotional, and relational development, helping to create a stimulating, inclusive, and fully English‑speaking learning environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Teach the subjects included in the Primary School curriculum, delivering engaging and effective lessons in English.
• Plan and develop annual and term‑based educational programmes, selecting appropriate teaching methodologies and learning strategies.
• Prepare educational documentation, reports, and end‑of‑year evaluations.
• Monitor students’ academic and personal development, adopting inclusive and personalised teaching approaches when needed.
• Manage parent‑teacher meetings and maintain effective communication with families regarding students’ progress and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the teaching team on interdisciplinary projects, school activities, and educational trips.
• Participate actively in staff meetings, assessment meetings, training sessions, and other school‑related activities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching methodologies and the overall educational project of the school.

Requirements

• Native-level English proficiency.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education, Education, Languages, or related fields.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, QTS, CELTA, TEFL, or equivalent.
• Previous experience teaching Primary School students, preferably in bilingual or international environments.
• Knowledge of the Italian language will be considered an advantage.
• Strong interest in innovative teaching methodologies and international educational contexts.

Personal Qualities

• Passion for teaching and education.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Empathy, educational sensitivity, and attention to students’ individual needs.
• Teamworking attitude and collaborative mindset.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Salary and Benefits

• Permanent full‑time employment contract.
• Salary defined according to the Italian ANINSEI collective labour agreement, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience (indicative gross annual salary: €21,000–€28,000).
• Classification level: Level 5 – Area II.
• Supplementary healthcare coverage through Fasi Open.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development within an international and innovative educational environment.

Workplace

• Monza (MB), Italy
• Seregno (MB), Italy

If you would like to become part of an innovative educational environment and actively contribute to the Rootes School project, we would be delighted to receive your application.

This job advertisement is open to candidates of all genders, ages, and nationalities, in compliance with Italian Laws 903/77, 125/91, and Legislative Decrees 215/03 and 216/03.