Founded in 1973, AISB is an accredited, private, non-profit international school. AISB is accredited by CIS and MSA, and is a member of CEESA, SCIS, IB, and ISTA.
AISB is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and offers the IB Diploma program in addition to our American High School Diploma and our Global Impact Diploma. Students can graduate with a combination of these Diplomas accredited by CIS and the Middle States Association. The high school program is based on an American educational model within an international context with a focus on critical thinking skills, creativity, and inquiry-based learning. All courses focus on developing the knowledge, skills, and dispositions, as well as a global perspective, to equip students to flourish in a rapidly changing workplace. All students have access to a wide range of courses and pathways to cater to students’ different interests and needs. English is the language of instruction, except in World Language courses.
AISB occupies a single campus of 19 hectares on the western outskirts of Budapest. The Middle/High School building houses 51 classrooms, library, cafeteria, computer rooms, double-sized gymnasium, single-size gymnasium, 25-meter swimming pool, 350-seat theatre, and performing and visual arts facilities. The Elementary building has 27 classrooms, library, cafeteria, computer rooms, double-size gymnasium, and performing and visual arts facilities. In the grounds, there are two soccer fields, an athletics track with lights, 4 floodlit tennis courts and a basketball court.
AISB has a strong Student Support Program, and a varied Extra-Curricular program running throughout the school. AISB graduates are welcomed each year to a broad range of the world’s most selective colleges and universities.
The American International School of Budapest (AISB) is tentatively seeking a High School Learning Support Services (LSS) Teacher for the 2027–2028 academic year, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.
Note: This position is currently tentative.
Qualified candidates with experience and skills matching the job description are invited to apply by submitting their application through Search Associates by 30th November 2026. Please note that we accept applications exclusively through Search Associates.
The recruitment team will contact shortlisted candidates. The school reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the application deadline.
Reports To: High School Principal
Position Overview
AISB seeks an enthusiastic and experienced High School Learning Support Services (LSS) Teacher to join our dynamic secondary faculty. The successful candidate will provide specialized instruction and accommodations to students with diverse learning needs through small group instruction, push-in co-teaching in mainstream classes, and drop-in academic support. This role includes collaborating on Student Support Teams and serving as a grade-level advisor to a small group of students.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Learning Support, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Valid teaching certification or licensure in Special Education/Learning Support.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a High School Learning Support Teacher, preferably in an international or multicultural setting.
- Strong background in special education practices, IEP/LSP development, diagnostic assessments, and external exam accommodations (e.g., IB, CollegeBoard, MAP).
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with EAL and counseling teams to support multilingual learners and student behavioral/wellbeing needs.
- Demonstrated experience managing student transitions, monitoring and providing formal progress updates, and annual support level reviews.
- Demonstrated experience in advisory and student support programs.
- maintaining and updating student data, learning plans, and student profiles
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience with Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) frameworks.
- Familiarity with the IB Diploma Program and modifying curriculum for varied learning needs.
- Certification or experience supporting English Language Learners (ELL) and high-ability learners.
- Proficiency with educational technology, online grading, and curriculum platforms (e.g., Veracross, Google Apps, Atlas Rubicon).
- Experience or training in harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) tools for adaptive learning, workflow efficiency, and teaching students critical evaluation and ethical use of emerging technologies.
- Experience contributing to extracurricular activities, field trips, and other aspects of High School student life.
Professional Competencies & Mindset
- Curriculum & Pedagogy: Expertise in standards-aligned curriculum, assessment, and backward design. Skilled in accessible and responsive learning design grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), including the effective use of assistive technologies. Skilled in purposeful, evidence-informed pedagogy integrating explicit instruction, inquiry, and conceptual learning.
- Interpersonal & Cultural: Excellent written and oral English communication. Collaborative, empathetic, flexible, and solution-oriented in working with students, colleagues, and families within a diverse, multicultural community. Builds positive relationships and contributes actively to a supportive school climate.
- Student-Centered Focus: Deep understanding of adolescent development and commitment to supporting the physical, academic, social, and emotional needs of High School students. Creates an inclusive learning environment that maintains high expectations, supports student dignity, and demonstrates strong advocacy for student learning, personal growth, health, and wellbeing.
- Growth Mindset: Solution-oriented, flexible, and dedicated to continuous professional learning, Professional Learning Community (PLC) principles, collaborative inquiry, and reflective practice. Demonstrates initiative, embraces change, and engages with current educational research.
AISB takes child safeguarding measures seriously. Appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced criminal checks.
The school reserves the right to appoint a candidate to the position ahead of the announced deadline, should a suitable applicant be identified.
