Design and Technology Teacher

Bilingual European School Globeducate is one of the world’s leading international K-12 education groups, with a network of schools and educational brands across multiple countries. Our schools are united by a shared commitment to educational excellence, innovation, international mindedness, and the development of students who graduate as global citizens who can shape the world. Colleagues at Globeducate vantaggi from working within a collaborative international community that values continuous improvement, professional learning and the sharing of best practice across the group. We are seeking for a motivated Design and Technology Teacher to teach excellent instruction and learning lessons, projects and activities for Middle and High School Design and Technology classes in alignment with the IB MYP and Canadian OSSD curricula offered by the Bilingual European School, as well as supporting Globeducate events and activities.

Teaching responsibilities

Teaching Planning and Curriculum Design: Design, develop, and deliver units of inquiry and learning pathways aligned with the IB MYP curriculum and the High School programme, integrating design, scientific, technological, and creative competencies through clear and progressive learning objectives.

Development of Design Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: Guide students through the entire design cycle, from needs analysis and problem identification to research, defining success criteria, generating solutions, prototyping, and evaluating outcomes.

Design and Creation of Artefacts: Support students in transforming ideas into products, models, prototypes, and functional solutions through sketches, technical drawings, digital modelling, and the appropriate use of materials and tools.

Integration of Digital Technologies: Promote the informed and creative use of digital tools and software for design, 2D and 3D modelling, prototyping, and presentation, fostering technological competencies applied to real-world problem solving.

Practical and Experiential Learning: Design and facilitate hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences based on active learning, experimentation, prototype development, and iterative design processes, recognising mistakes as opportunities for improvement.

Development of Technical and Practical Skills: Teach the effective use of materials, tools, equipment, and manufacturing techniques,



promoting precision, independence, adherence to safety procedures, and an understanding of the properties and limitations of materials and technologies.

Research, Analysis, and Design Evaluation: Guide students in researching and analysing existing products, users, contexts, and design constraints, supporting them in developing specifications, establishing evaluation criteria, and assessing the effectiveness, functionality, and quality of their solutions.

Formative and Summative Assessment: Develop rubrics, assessment criteria, and feedback tools aligned with subject objectives and the IB MYP assessment framework, monitoring student progress throughout research, idea development, solution creation, and final evaluation stages.

Documentation and Reflection on the Design Process: Develop students’ ability to document project stages through portfolios, sketchbooks, technical documentation, testing records, results analysis, and critical reflections on their learning journey.

Differentiation and Inclusive Teaching: Adapt activities, assignments, and support strategies according to students’ varying abilities, learning styles, and educational needs, encouraging participation, collaboration, and learner autonomy.

Interdisciplinary Learning and Real-World Applications: Design learning experiences that connect Design & Technology with subjects such as mathematics, science, computer science, visual arts, and sustainability through authentic projects that address real needs and promote knowledge transfer across contexts.

Innovation and Sustainability: Promote a culture of responsible design by raising students’ awareness of the environmental, social, and economic impact of design decisions, encouraging efficient resource use, informed material selection, and the principles of the circular economy.

Development of Transferable Skills: Foster critical and creative thinking, visual and technical communication, collaboration, time management, organisation,



and the ability to justify and present design decisions effectively.

Management of Learning Environments: Organise and manage workshops, laboratories, and design spaces, preparing materials, tools, digital resources, and operational procedures to ensure a safe, stimulating, and innovation-oriented learning environment.

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement of Teaching Practice: Document learning outcomes, reflect on the effectiveness of teaching strategies, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure curriculum coherence, continuity of learning, and ongoing improvement of educational provision.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineer degree or equivalent, PGCE or other qualification, master's would be a plus;

• Qualified teaching experience appropriate for grade level and subject area;

• Solid working knowledge of the concepts, activities and techniques related to teaching Design and Technology at the required level;

- Strong foundation in classroom management;

• Committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning;
- Flexible, resilient, supportive team player;

• Interculturally aware with well developed interpersonal skills;
- Well organized and efficient;
- Able to meet deadlines.

We Offer

- Full-time contract.
- Free school lunch on campus.
- Supportive, innovative, and internationally minded teaching environment.
- Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities within the Globeducate network.

True impact starts when we dare to Be Excellent, Be Supportive, Be a Pioneer, and Be Global. If you share these core values, apply now to join Globeducate and make a lasting difference, shaping the world. Safeguarding Statement: Globeducate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with barred list where appropriate), checks with past employers, including overseas police checks, online searches and relevant pre-employment safeguarding assessments.

📌 Design and Technology Teacher (Milano)
🏢 Globeducate
📍 Milano