Team - Pechersk School International (PSI Kyiv)

TEAM

Every teacher at Pecherk School International is a highly qualified expert who shares our school's vision.

They are passionate about creating an inspiring environment where children love to learn. Our team does much more than just teach; their close involvement in every aspect of school life creates a strong, welcoming community where every student is known and supported.

On the photo: Orientation programme for the teaching team at PSI, August 2024.

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Experience measured in numbers

Our team's expertise spans various disciplines, ensuring a rich and dynamic learning environment for our students.

88%

Postgraduate degrees

±16

Years of teaching experience

±9

Years of experience delivering IB programmes

67%

International teaching staff, coming from 11 countries

At PSI, our focus is on every learner as an individual

Inquiry-Based Approach

Our teaching methodology centres around an inquiry-based approach, fostering the development of visible, critical, and design thinking skills among our students.

Real-World Connection

We believe in delivering a curriculum that is not only meaningful and relevant but also engaging by linking it to real-world contexts, thus enhancing the practical application of knowledge.

Adaptability

Recognising the rapid pace of change in the modern world, we are committed to adapting our teaching and learning model to meet the evolving needs of our students effectively.

Belonging

We place a strong emphasis on Belonging, understanding that it is a vital component of our continuous development as an organisation.

Meet Our Team

The people who make Pechersk School International a place where we belong. Filter by team, and open a profile to read more.

Teaching Faculty

Aida Poltorak🇺🇦

Teaching Partner

Teaching Faculty

Alina Kolesnikova🇺🇦

Teaching Partner

Teaching Faculty

Alina Kovalenko🇺🇦

Language and Literature, English as Additional Language (EAL) Teacher

Teaching Faculty

Andrew Coon🇺🇸

Individuals and Societies Teacher

Academic Leadership Team

Andrew Weston🇬🇧

Director of Learning & Teaching, Whole School Student Support Coordinator

andreww@psi.kyiv.ua

Teaching Faculty

Anhelina Kanivets🇺🇦

School Counsellor

Teaching Faculty

Anna Bilokon🇺🇦

PYP and MYP Visual Art Teacher

Operations Team

Anna Hetman🇺🇦

Security team

Safeguarding Statement

Pechersk School International is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and young people in our care.

We support the rights of the child and will act without hesitation to ensure a child-safe environment. We also support the rights and wellbeing of our staff and volunteers and encourage their active participation in building and maintaining a secure environment for all participants.

Teachers at PSI must follow the guidelines of the school’s protective behaviour policies and protocols, including reporting any situation that might constitute a health and/or safety hazard to students or school employees.

How to apply?

Local hires

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Overseas hires

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Application process

Interested candidates should send an application in a timely manner to hr@psi.kyiv.ua. The review of files will begin immediately upon receipt.

Candidates should note that, in the event that an outstanding applicant is identified early in the search process, PSI reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline mentioned above and to bring the search to a close.

Candidates should email the information requested below as a single document in PDF format. The subject line should read the job title they are applying for and the applicant’s name.

Application should include:

Cover letter of application

CV (generally not more than two-pages)

Educational philosophy detailing beliefs in reference to learning (if applying for a position in faculty)

A list of references (at least 3), including names, positions, current employment and contact email addresses. One of those should be the current line manager/supervisor

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