Job Summary: Assisting the Teacher in educational activities, delivering pedagogical content, and building positive relationships with students to maximize the effectiveness of lesson planning. Key Highlights: 1. Dynamic and collaborative environment focused on educational excellence 2. Encouragement of employee education and continuous professional development 3. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Hello! Thank you for your interest in joining the Beacon School team. We are launching our selection process for positions to be filled in 2027. This is an opportunity for those who wish to begin 2027 in a dynamic, collaborative, and educationally excellent environment. We seek a professional who shares our values and possesses the competencies we consider essential for our school community: flexibility, continuous learning mindset, motivation, curiosity, and enjoyment of teamwork. The selected professional will assist the Teacher in educational activities and the delivery of scheduled pedagogical content, while also fostering positive student relationships to ensure optimal implementation of the planned curriculum. Please note the selection process timeline, which begins now in 2026, with all stages and decisions concluding by early 2027. **Selection Process Timeline \- Beacon School 2027** **Starting in May** \- **Applications Open** **During this period, interested candidates must complete registration and undergo behavioral mapping.** **After Applications Open** We will begin candidate screening. Those who do not meet the basic requirements (please read the full job description for details) will be notified; those who advance will be invited to the next stage. **First Weeks of August** **In-Person Interview Panels** \- Candidates will participate in a group session at Beacon School. Subsequently, candidates approved in this stage will complete an online technical questionnaire, to be used in the next stage. **September and October** **Individual Interviews** \- In this phase, candidates will have individual interviews with the academic coordination team. *Note*: This timeline is subject to change. We will keep all candidates informed of any modifications throughout the process. **Responsibilities and Duties** * Greet students upon their arrival at school. * Assist the Teacher in general teaching activities, helping\-him/her maintain students’ attention during lessons. * Address students individually during class time, clarifying doubts and supporting the Teacher in classroom management. * Support new students’ adaptation to the school. * Supervise students during snack and meal breaks, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness of the area and ensuring proper nutrition. * Supervise students during playground activities, planning these activities jointly with the Teacher. * Supervise students when they use the restroom, guiding them on hygiene procedures. * Accompany students during extracurricular activities, as well as those related to Arts/Body & Movement. * Monitor student discussions and conflicts, intervening when necessary to foster harmony, friendship, and respect. * Occasionally substitute for the Teacher in his/her absence from the classroom. * Review each student’s agenda daily, checking notes, messages, and other relevant information. * Administer prescribed medications to students, as required. * Accompany students on school-organized external activities, such as field trips, excursions, and outings. * Support the Teacher in students’ English language literacy development. * Assist the Teacher in classroom management, supporting the application of necessary disciplinary measures for effective teaching/learning. * Help assess students’ performance on homework and exercises, reviewing their notebooks. * Continuously support the Teacher in evaluating each student’s individual development across all areas of the school curriculum. * Foster students’ attitudes and behaviors as outlined in the “Learner Profile – PYP”. * Discuss with the Teacher the activities to be implemented, ensuring alignment with the behaviors and attitudes specified in the PYP. * Participate in weekly planning meetings with Teachers and the Pedagogical Coordinator, adhering to guidance regarding work dynamics, content, strategies, attitudes, etc. * Organize classroom spaces, toys, audiovisual resources, and other materials to be used in class. * Request minor repairs or maintenance from the facilities team to ensure availability of materials, equipment, and classroom infrastructure. * Record daily student attendance in class, entering data into a specific report and forwarding it to the school administration office. * Assist in organizing and participating in school events involving parents, students, and teachers—such as “open house”, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Thanksgiving, year-end celebrations, and other events previously defined by the school. * Organize individual student folders containing their annual activities, as well as compile each student’s *Yearbook*, to be delivered at year-end. * Support the Teacher in editing and formatting individual *Reports*, documenting each student’s developmental journey. **Requirements and Qualifications** **EDUCATION:** Bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy **IMPORTANT:** Experience in bilingual schools. Familiarity with the PYP/IB curriculum or Project-Based Learning (PBL). **TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:** * Literacy instruction techniques * IB\-PYP (teaching framework) * Advanced/Fluent English (C1/C2\) * G Suite platform * Computer literacy (Microsoft Office) **BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:** * Strong interpersonal skills * Growth-oriented mindset * Proactivity * Motivation * Resilience * Active listening * Multitasking ability * Flexibility * Teamwork * Excellent communication and organizational skills * Calm demeanor and positive attitude * Clear communication appropriate for age groups ranging from infants (mini-maternal) through preschool * Patience **Additional Information** **We Offer** Our school provides an outstanding work environment and actively encourages staff education and professional development. Additionally, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. * Market-competitive remuneration * Health insurance plan with a network of reference hospitals * Dental insurance plan * Life insurance * Transportation allowance * Meal allowance * On-site meals * Well-being program * Exclusive leisure and rest areas * Infirmary * Seasonal vaccination campaigns * Profit-sharing and results-based bonus program * Citizen Company \- Extended maternity and paternity leave * Totalpass ***All our positions are open to people with disabilities and INSS-rehabilitated individuals.*** Thank you for submitting your application, and best wishes to all candidates in our selection process! Sincerely, **Human Resources** **Beacon School** Founded in 2010 and recognized by the International Baccalaureate Organization as an IB World School, Beacon School serves students from Early Childhood Education through High School, with approximately 1,450 students. Our mission is to provide an international, bilingual education open to the world while simultaneously honoring our Brazilian roots. In a welcoming, enthusiastic, and respectful environment, Beacon delivers academically challenging, inquiry-based education aimed at nurturing responsible global citizens who view diversity as an opportunity to enrich both personal development and society as a whole. Our graduates earn dual certification \- completion of the national High School curriculum and the internationally recognized Diploma Programme, qualifying them for admission to top universities in Brazil and abroad. The school fosters a dynamic work environment where administrative and pedagogical teams increasingly collaborate closely, placing the student at the center of every Beacon decision. \#wearealleducators Beacon prioritizes hiring motivated professionals committed to team-based planning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement. The school recognizes the profound impact a dedicated staff member has on a student’s life. Therefore, we implement initiatives to cultivate a positive, challenging, and respectful workplace—and continually invest in our team’s professional development. **Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion** If you are seeking an opportunity with our institution, please know that we value diversity in all its forms. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, varied religious beliefs, gender identities, and sexual orientations. Join us in our commitment to fostering a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
João Silva
Indeed · HR
João Silva
Indeed · HR
