Primary Arts Teacher/ Professor(a) de Artes do Ensino Básico

School Principal at Aprendizes International Active Learning School

Are you a passionate and creative Primary Arts Teacher ready to inspire young learners through visual expression, imagination, and interdisciplinary learning?

Do you bring a dynamic,
- centered approach to teaching and believe in connecting the arts to
- life contexts and global themes?

Do you dream of working in a school that equally values academic excellence, student
- being, and engagement? Then Aprendizes is the place for you!

About Aprendizes

Located in Cascais, Portugal, Aprendizes is an independent private school educating students aged 3 to 18. Our vision, “Together, we Educate for Change, ” reflects our dedication to shaping active global citizens who seek solutions for local and global challenges. We embrace a bilingual,
- centered, and active learning approach, connecting education to
- world issues and opportunities.

Nestled on the outskirts of Cascais, near the Sintra National Park, our campus offers breathtaking views of the mountains and Guincho Beach, embedding a strong sense of sustainability and environmental awareness into our school culture. We offer the Portuguese National Curriculum from preschool through 4th grade and the Cambridge International Curriculum for grades 5 to 12. Our community of approximately 600 students, 130 staff members, and families from over 40 nationalities is rooted in Portuguese culture while embracing a global perspective.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated Primary Arts Teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled educator to inspire creativity, foster artistic expression, and contribute to a vibrant learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver
  - quality arts education to primary students, integrating visual arts with other subjects and themes.
• Develop and implement a dynamic,
  - centered curriculum aligned with the Portuguese National Curriculum and Cambridge International Curriculum.
• Foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration through active,
  - based, and
  - based learning.
• Connect artistic concepts to
  - world issues, sustainability, and cultural awareness.
• Promote the integration of technology and digital tools in the arts.
• Support students in interdisciplinary initiatives such as project weeks, exhibitions, and workshops.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages
  - expression and artistic growth.

Who We’re Looking For

• Is passionate about the arts and dedicated to nurturing creativity in young learners.
• Brings expertise in visual arts education and
  - centered teaching methods.
• Is motivated to connect artistic learning to
  - world challenges and global citizenship.
• Values collaboration and thrives in a diverse, inclusive, and caring school community.
• Is eager to contribute to schoolwide initiatives and interdisciplinary projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Arts Education or a related field.
• A recognized teaching qualification and substantial experience in primary arts education.
• Experience with the Portuguese National Curriculum and/or international curricula.
• Strong classroom management and curriculum development skills.
• Familiarity with active,
  - based, and
  - based learning methodologies.
• Ideally fluency in both English and Portuguese.
• Digital literacy and a willingness to integrate technology into arts teaching.
• The ability to build strong, supportive relationships with students and families.

Why Join Aprendizes?

• A warm, informal, and collaborative work environment.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
• A commitment to balancing student
  - being, academic success, and engagement.
• Competitive compensation aligned with your qualifications and Portuguese standards.
• Possibility of teaching
  - time as this position is currently not having a full schedule.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been searching for, we invite you to become part of our vibrant,
- thinking community. Submit your application, including your resume and cover letter.

Let’s shape the future together—one student at a time!

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