IT Teacher

Job Title : Secondary Information Technology (IT) Teacher

Location : Medellín, Colombia

Start Date : August 2025

Contract Type : Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Initial 2-year contract with potential for renewal)

About the School

We are proud to be working with Colegio Montessori de Medellín , a well-established bilingual private school in the Antioquia region of Colombia. With over 40 years of experience in holistic education, the school is known for blending the principles of the Montessori philosophy with the structure and global relevance of the Cambridge International Curriculum.

The school operates across two thoughtfully designed campuses and serves students from preschool to high school. It provides a nurturing yet academically rigorous environment where independence, creativity, and inquiry-based learning are at the heart of the student experience.

Colegio Montessori has recently been expanding its international reach, strategically bringing in qualified foreign educators to enrich its bilingual programming and further enhance students' global perspectives. This initiative has led to a growing and supportive international teaching community within the school.

Position Overview

As part of the school's continued commitment to academic innovation and internationalisation, they are now seeking an experienced Secondary Information Technology (IT) Teacher to join the high school team.

This is a core teaching position suited to an educator who is passionate about delivering high-quality IT instruction. The successful candidate will teach IT and Computer Science across secondary grade levels (Grades 9 - 12), helping prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE and AS / A Level examinations, while fostering essential digital literacy and technical skills across the school.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging IT and Computer Science lessons aligned with the Cambridge International Curriculum.

Teach IT / Computer Science across secondary grades (primarily Grades 912).

Prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE and AS / A Level IT / Computer Science examinations.

Promote digital literacy, coding, and responsible technology use across the school community.

Design differentiated learning experiences to meet the needs of a diverse student population.

Assess, record, and report on students progress regularly.

Collaborate with colleagues on cross-curricular projects incorporating technology and innovation.

Contribute to the schools broader educational mission through participation in school events, clubs (such as robotics, coding, or multimedia), and professional development initiatives.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an educator who is :

A fluent English speaker (native-level proficiency preferred) or B2 or higher English level

• A qualified teacher (PGCE, QTS, state license, or equivalent).

Experienced in teaching IT and / or Computer Science at the secondary level, ideally with familiarity with the Cambridge International Curriculum.

Knowledgeable in coding, programming languages, and digital tools.

Skilled in differentiation and adaptable teaching strategies.

Collaborative, flexible, and culturally sensitive.

Open to working in a bilingual school community (Spanish not required but a plus).

Compensation & Benefits

Colegio Montessori offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package tailored to international hires, designed to support relocation, integration, and well-being in Medellín.

Salary

Base salary : COP $5,312,300 / month

Second language bonus (English) : COP $2,641,000 / month

Total Monthly Salary : COP $7,953,300

Semiannual bonuses : COP $2,656,150 (July & November)

Housing & Relocation

Annual housing allowance : COP $13,000,000

Round-trip airfare on arrival and biennially thereafter

Three weeks accommodation upon arrival

Visa & Cedula processing fees fully covered

Health & Social Security

Full enrolment in Colombian health, pension, and occupational risk schemes

Additional private insurance via Sura Salud para Todos

100% sick leave coverage during illness or recovery

Work-Life Balance

8.5 weeks paid vacation annually

1 personal benefit day each year

Professional Development

Free in-house training

Financial support for postgraduate study or international certification after one year

Education Benefits

50% tuition subsidy for one dependent child

Community Perks

90% school bus subsidy

50% lunch subsidy

Financial support for uniforms

Free wellness classes (yoga, dance, massages)

Access to FEDECOM (Employee Fund) for savings, loans, insurance, and emergency support

Start Date : August 4, 2025

Spanish not required.