Work at ISL
Ineta Straupe
Human Resources, Manager
hr@isl.edu.lv
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the International School of Latvia!
We are a dynamic school and recruiting the right people is very important to us. We are looking for happy, flexible, and energetic colleagues, who are open-minded, passionate about and dedicated to their work, enjoy being a contributing member of a collaborative team, and are committed to personal excellence.
The strength and vitality of the school are due to many important contributions made by each member of our community. We all benefit from the dedication and professionalism that each of us brings to work.
As an employer, the International School of Latvia is committed to the well-being of each employee by providing an environment and support that is conducive to carrying out our mission.
We strive to administer our policies, benefits, and compensation package in a manner that is competitive, fair, and understandable. We, as a school, also focus on attention to institutional diversity, employee professional development, and staff collaboration.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful educational environment that values and celebrates the unique qualities, experiences, and perspectives of every member of our community. We firmly believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the learning experience for all students, staff, and families. Discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.
Please note that as a part of our child protection protocols, all applicants for any position must provide a criminal record check, the name of at least three professional references, and certified documents appropriate to the position.
Please feel free to share your comments and suggestions that may be helpful in delivering HR services to the community of the International School of Latvia.
Openings for the 2025/2026 school year:
- IB PYP Coordinator (60%) & Teaching and Learning Coach (40%) – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- IB PYP Elementary Teacher (Grade 2) – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here
- Elementary Learning Support Teacher – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- IB DP Coordinator (60%) & TOK Teacher (40%) – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- Secondary School Counselor – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- IB DP and IB MYP French Teacher – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- IB DP History and MYP Individuals&Societies Teacher – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- IB MYP Mathematics & IB MYP Integrated Science Tacher – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here.
- PreK-12 Teaching and Learning Coordinator – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here
- Tentatively IB DP and MYP Visual Arts Teacher – full-time position as of August 2025, 2-year contract. The job description can be found here
The deadline for internal applications is October 15, 2024. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Openings for the 2024/2025 school year:
Substitute Teachers – We seek committed, compassionate, positive professionals ready to make a difference for ISL students. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Substitute Teachers are called in on an as-needed basis, to cover the Teacher or Teaching Assistant’s responsibilities in the absence of the regular Teachers and/or Teaching Assistants. The primary role of a Substitute Teacher is to continue student learning along the continuum, established by the absent full-time Teacher or Teaching Assistant. The responsibilities of the Substitute Teacher in the classroom may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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- Following the lesson plans
- Teaching students
- Managing the classroom
- Promoting positive student behavior
- Ensuring the safety and security of the students
In addition, we are currently seeking a Substitute Nurse to join our team. This role involves providing temporary nursing coverage as needed, ensuring the health and safety of our students and staff. The ideal candidate should be a qualified nurse with experience in a school or similar environment, capable of handling both routine and emergency medical situations.
Apply here. We accept applications for substitute teachers only from candidates who have valid residence permits or are Latvian citizens.