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  • Why Join Lighthouse Private School

    Lighthouse Private School stands out for its commitment to progressive, child-centered education that nurtures both academic and personal growth. With a holistic approach that integrates project-based and experiential learning, the school fosters confidence, creativity, and critical thinking in every student. Small class sizes enable teachers to differentiate instruction and support each child’s unique learning needs. At Lighthouse, educators are not only supported but also empowered to innovate, collaborate, and help shape the educational journey. The school’s inclusive, forward-thinking community ensures that every teacher has a voice and a role in the school’s development.

    If you're an educator who values collaboration, continuous growth, and the freedom to bring your ideas to life... Lighthouse is the place for you.

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  • The Lower Secondary School

    The lower secondary years mark a pivotal stage in students’ development as independent, thoughtful, and self-aware learners. At Lighthouse, this phase is shaped by a rigorous yet engaging curriculum that goes beyond content, cultivating curiosity, responsibility, and confidence in each student’s thinking. Learning is driven through interdisciplinary projects, meaningful dialogue, and real-world exploration, allowing students to make connections across subjects and experiences. Small class sizes enable personalised guidance and strong, authentic relationships between teachers and students. Teachers challenge, guide, and support students to think critically, act responsibly, and engage with the world around them with purpose and awareness.

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  • Pre-School Teacher  

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Design developmentally appropriate learning experiences that encourage exploration and discovery.
    • Utilise play as a vehicle for cognitive, social, and emotional development.
    • Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports the social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children.
    • Foster curiosity through play-based, inquiry-led, and hands-on learning activities.
    • Observe children and respond thoughtfully to their individual developmental needs.
    • Support early language acquisition, literacy, and numeracy through meaningful, integrated experiences. 
    • Communicate openly and constructively with families.
    • Engage in reflective practice and ongoing professional growth.
    • Contribute positively to collaborative planning within the preschool unit and wider Lighthouse School community.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Early Years Education and valid teaching credentials for kindergarten, recognised by KYSATS.
    • Excellent English language skills - native fluency will be considered a plus.
    • Experience teaching pre-school students within an international school setting.
    • Good understanding of early childhood development and play-based learning approaches.
    • Experience with EYFS or similar early years curriculum frameworks.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
    • Patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with and inspire young learners.
    • Demonstrated ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
    • Strong organisational and time management skills to effectively plan and deliver lessons.
    • Proficient digital skills and familiarity with educational technology tools.
    • A commitment to ongoing professional development and a growth mindset.

  • Teacher Assistant 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Support the classroom teacher in delivering engaging learning activities and maintaining a positive learning environment.
    • Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning and provide additional support where needed.
    • Assist in preparing classroom material, content, resources, and learning spaces for lessons and activities.
    • Help maintain a safe, organised, and welcoming classroom environment.
    • Support students in developing independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
    • Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, and outdoor play as required.
    • Assist with basic observation and feedback to help teachers monitor student progress and well-being.
    • Provide support to students who may require additional guidance, including EAL learners or students needing differentiated support.
    • Contribute positively to the classroom community and the wider activities of the school.
    • Follow school policies and procedures relating to safeguarding and student supervision.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • Experience working with children in a school or educational setting is preferred.
    • A relevant qualification in education, childcare, or a related field is desirable.
    • Previous experience as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant.
    • Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and students.
    • A caring, patient, and supportive approach when working with children.
    • Ability to follow guidance from the classroom teacher and contribute positively to the classroom environment.
    • Excellent English language skills - native fluency will be considered a plus.
    • A BA in Primary Education will be considered a plus.

  • Primary School Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Design and deliver learning experiences that foster curiosity, understanding, and active engagement.
    • Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners within an inclusive classroom environment.
    • Monitor student development thoughtfully and provide constructive, growth-oriented feedback.
    • Collaborate with colleagues and families to support the holistic development of each child.
    • Contribute to professional dialogue and ongoing school development.
    • Engage in reflective practice and continuous professional learning.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Education and valid teaching credentials for primary education, recognised by KYSATS.
    • Excellent English language skills - native fluency will be considered a plus.
    • Minimum experience 2-3 years teaching primary school students within an international school setting.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Primary, the English National Curriculum, or similar frameworks.
    • Experience supporting EAL learners.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
    • Patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with and inspire young learners.
    • Demonstrated ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
    • Strong organisational and time management skills to effectively plan and deliver lessons.
    • Proficient digital skills and familiarity with educational technology tools.
    • A commitment to ongoing professional development and a growth mindset.

  • Mathematics Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging mathematics lessons for lower secondary students.
    • Support students in developing strong numeracy, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills.
    • Design lessons that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application of mathematics.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies to support different learning styles and abilities.
    • Minimum experience 2-3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
    • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
    • Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of mathematical understanding.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate mathematical thinking into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
    • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages confidence, participation, and perseverance in learning mathematics.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
    • Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to mathematics or STEM.

     

    Required Qualidications:

    • A recognised degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a related field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience teaching Mathematics at the lower secondary or middle school level.
    • Strong understanding of mathematical concepts and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
    • Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly and support students with different learning needs.
    • Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience teaching within international schools.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics or similar curricula.
    • Experience integrating problem-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
    • Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students 

  • Biology Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging Biology lessons for lower secondary students.
    • Support students in developing strong scientific knowledge, inquiry skills, and understanding of biological concepts.
    • Design lessons that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application of Biology.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies, including practical experiments and investigations, to support different learning styles and abilities.
    • Minimum experience 2–3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
    • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
    • Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of scientific understanding.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate biological and scientific thinking into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
    • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, participation, and respect for scientific inquiry.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
    • Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to Biology or STEM.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in Biology, or other related scientific field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience teaching Biology at the lower secondary or middle school level.
    • Strong understanding of scientific concepts and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
    • Ability to explain scientific concepts clearly and support students with different learning needs.
    • Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience teaching within international schools.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics or similar curricula.
    • Experience integrating problem-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
    • Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students 

       

  • Chemistry Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging Chemistry lessons for lower secondary students.
    • Support students in developing strong scientific knowledge, inquiry skills, and understanding of chemical concepts and processes.
    • Design lessons that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application of Chemistry.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies, including practical experiments and investigations, to support different learning styles and abilities.
    • Minimum experience 2–3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
    • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
    • Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of scientific understanding.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate chemistry-related and scientific thinking into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
    • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, participation, and respect for scientific inquiry.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
    • Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to Chemistry or STEM.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in Chemistry, or other related scientific field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience teaching Chemistry at the lower secondary or middle school level.
    • Strong understanding of scientific concepts and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
    • Ability to explain scientific concepts clearly and support students with different learning needs.
    • Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience teaching within international schools.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics or similar curricula.
    • Experience integrating problem-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
    • Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students.

  • Geography Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging Geography lessons for lower secondary students.
    • Support students in developing strong geographical knowledge, analytical skills, and understanding of physical and human geography concepts.
    • Design lessons that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application of Geography.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies, including map work, fieldwork, and data analysis, to support different learning styles and abilities.
    • Minimum experience 2–3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
    • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
    • Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of geographical understanding.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate geographical perspectives into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
    • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, participation, and global awareness.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
    • Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to geography, sustainability, or global studies.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in Geography, or other related scientific field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience teaching Geography at the lower secondary or middle school level.
    • Strong understanding of geographical concepts and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
    • Ability to explain scientific and geographical concepts clearly and support students with different learning needs.
    • Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience teaching within international schools.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics or similar curricula.
    • Experience integrating problem-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
    • Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students. 

  • History Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging History lessons for lower secondary students.
    • Support students in developing strong historical knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
    • Design lessons that encourage curiosity, inquiry, and understanding of historical events, perspectives, and contexts.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies, including source analysis, discussion, and project-based learning, to support different learning styles and abilities.
    • Minimum experience 2–3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
    • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
    • Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of historical understanding.
    • Encourage students to evaluate sources, form reasoned arguments, and understand cause-and-effect relationships in History.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate historical perspectives into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
    • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, reflection, and respectful discussion of diverse perspectives.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
    • Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to history, culture, or humanities.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in History, or other related scientific field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience teaching History at the lower secondary or middle school level.
    • Strong knowledge and understanding of historical concepts, and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
    • Ability to explain historical and historiographic concepts clearly and support students with different learning needs.
    • Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience teaching within international schools.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics or similar curricula.
    • Experience integrating problem-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
    • Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students. 

  • Art Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging Art lessons for lower secondary students.
    • Support students in developing artistic skills, creativity, and visual expression.
    • Design lessons that encourage imagination, critical thinking, and exploration of different artistic styles and techniques.
    • Use a range of teaching strategies, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, to support different learning styles and abilities.
    • Minimum experience 2–3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
    • Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
    • Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of artistic ability and confidence.
    • Encourage students to experiment, take creative risks, and develop their own artistic voice.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate art into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
    • Create a positive classroom environment that encourages creativity, participation, and appreciation of the arts.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
    • Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to art or creative expression.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in Art, Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience teaching Art at the lower secondary or middle school level.
    • Strong understanding of artistic techniques, creative processes, and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
    • Ability to inspire creativity and support students with different learning needs and artistic abilities.
    • Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience teaching within international schools.
    • Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary or similar curricula.
    • Experience integrating project-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
    • Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students.
       

  • SEN Teacher 

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver individualised or small-group learning support for students with identified Special Educational Needs (SEN).
    • Assess student learning needs and develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with teachers and school leadership.
    • Monitor student progress and adapt support strategies to ensure effective learning outcomes.
    • Work closely with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction and support inclusive learning within the classroom.
    • Provide guidance to teachers on strategies that support students with diverse learning needs.
    • Support students’ social, emotional, and behavioural development as part of a holistic approach to learning.
    • Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and strategies to support learning.
    • Liaise with external professionals where appropriate (e.g. educational psychologists, therapists, or specialists).
    • Maintain clear and organised documentation related to student support plans and progress.
    • Contribute to the development of inclusive practices within the school.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
    • Experience supporting students with special educational needs in a school environment.
    • Strong understanding of inclusive education and differentiated learning strategies.
    • Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff.
    • Strong communication and organisational skills.
    • Fluency in spoken and written English.
    • Experience supporting EAL learners with additional learning needs.

  • English & EAL Teacher

     

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan and deliver engaging English language and literacy lessons that develop students’ reading, writing, speaking, and communication skills.
    • Support students whose first language is not English (EAL) in developing the language skills needed to access the curriculum.
    • Minimum experience 2-3 years teaching students within an international school setting.
    • Provide individual or small-group language support where needed to strengthen English proficiency.
    • Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to support language development across different subjects.
    • Design learning experiences that encourage critical thinking, discussion, creativity, and confidence in communication.
    • Assess and monitor student progress in both literacy and English language development, providing constructive feedback.
    • Adapt teaching strategies and materials to support students with varying levels of English proficiency.
    • Support the development of academic vocabulary and communication skills across the school.
    • Communicate regularly with teachers and parents regarding student progress.
    • Contribute positively to the wider life of the school through projects, clubs, and school initiatives.

     

    Required Qualifications:

    • A recognised degree in English, Education, Linguistics, or a related field.
    • A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent)
    • Experience teaching English and/or supporting EAL learners.
    • Understanding of language acquisition and strategies for supporting multilingual learners.
    • Ability to differentiate instruction for students with different levels of English proficiency.
    • Strong communication, organisation, and collaboration skills.

  • Head of Greek Department

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead and coordinate the Greek Department, ensuring high-quality teaching and curriculum development.
    • Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development support to Greek language teachers.
    • Oversee the implementation of the Greek curriculum, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
    • Act as the school’s primary liaison with the Ministry of Education for all matters related to Greek language and culture.
    • Organise and oversee Greek language and cultural events to promote an appreciation of Greek heritage.
    • Teach Greek language classes, including native Greek speakers, as required in both primary school and secondary school level.
    • Collaborate with school leadership to enhance the Greek language programme.
    • Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and departmental initiatives.

    Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Greek Language, recognised by KYSATS.
    • Permanent residency in Cyprus (non-EU citizens must have work permits/visas).
    • Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience, preferably with leadership responsibilities.
    • Proven ability to lead and coordinate a team of educators.
    • Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong command of the English language (written and spoken).
    • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and dynamic school environment.

  • Thank you for your interest in joining our team. At this time, we are specifically seeking candidates with at least a relevant Bachelor's degree for the teaching position. However, we encourage you to send us your CV, and we will be happy to keep it on file for consideration should any other suitable opportunities arise.

  • Thank you for your interest in joining our team. At this time, we are specifically seeking candidates with a Bachelor's degree recognised by KYSATS for the teaching position. However, we encourage you to send us your CV, and we will be happy to keep it on file for consideration should any other suitable opportunities arise.

  • Thank you for your interest in joining our team. At this time, we are specifically seeking candidates with a permanent residency or work permit/ visa for the teaching position. However, we encourage you to send us your CV, and we will be happy to keep it on file for consideration should any other suitable opportunities arise.

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