Primary PBL Teacher and Homeroom Educator (Years 4-5 or 6–7 / Grades 3-4 or at REAL School Budapest

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project-Based Learning, Literacy Instruction, Curriculum Development, Student Mentoring, Interdisciplinary Inquiry, Inclusion, Assessment, Classroom Management, Restorative Practices, Collaboration, Parent Communication, AI Tools Integration, Experiential Learning, UDL Principles, UbD Framework

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Primary PBL Teacher and Homeroom Educator Join a future-making school Years 4–5 or 6–7 / Grades 3–4 or 5–6 Full-time | Starting August 2026 | Budapest, Hungary Are you a passionate, curious teacher who feels constrained by the system you are working in? Do you want to do more than deliver a curriculum — to actually help shape what education can be? If you’re ready for a role where your creativity, values, and classroom craft are all genuinely needed, read on. The role In this role, you will bring outstanding teaching, a strong commitment to literacy, and a genuine love of learning to life in our Dream-to-Reality (D2R) programme. You will blend immersive project-based learning with rigorous academic instruction, guiding students through interdisciplinary inquiries that connect knowledge to action. As Homeroom Educator, you will also be the primary mentor for a small group of students — the person who knows them best, holds their growth holistically, and is the main point of contact for their families. This is not a role where you teach from a textbook. Last term, our Year 6 students learned about conflict and created a workshop for parents to teach them non-violent communication. That’s the kind of learning you’ll be leading. You do not need to be a PBL expert. We will train you. What you must bring is a genuine desire to grow, strong literacy teaching skills, and a heart for this kind of work. We are looking for a teacher for either Years 4–5 (ages 8–9) or Years 6–7 (ages 10–11), depending on the candidate we find. Please indicate in your application which year group you are applying for, or if you are open to either. About REAL School Budapest REAL School Budapest is an international school for changemakers — a place where about a hundred students from over 25 nationalities, ages 5–14, learn through real life, real projects, and real relationships. We follow the English National Curriculum for academic mastery, and our D2R programme puts that knowledge to work: students identify real problems, design real solutions, and present them to real audiences. We describe ourselves as a regenerative school. For us, that means education that doesn’t just sustain the world as it is, but actively works to repair and improve it — starting with how we treat each other, how we relate to the natural world, and how we help children see themselves as people who can make things better. We were inspired by Green School Bali, where our founding team previously worked, and we’ve built something distinctly urban and European in the heart of Budapest. We run as a TEAL organisation — with distributed leadership, high trust, and very little hierarchy. If you’ve been waiting for a school where your voice actually shapes things, this is it. Our mission is to inspire and empower the next generation to dream and build a beautiful world. AI at REAL School — what this means for you as a teacher We believe that in a world of intelligent machines, the human edge matters more than ever: the capacity to connect, to create, to care, and to lead. AI is deeply embedded in how we work at REAL School — but always in service of that human edge, not instead of it. In practice, this means: + AI handles the routine — freeing you to focus on the quality of learning and the depth of your relationships with students + We use AI to build richer, more ambitious projects and to strengthen assessment — so your planning time is spent on what matters + Students learn to be fluent, critical users of AI — knowing how to use it well, and when not to. In D2R projects, they use AI as a thinking partner and a production tool, not a shortcut + You will work at the genuine leading edge of what AI makes possible in education, in a school that has thought carefully about why and how + You do not need to arrive as an AI expert. You need to arrive curious, open, and keen to grow — and we will grow together Key responsibilities Teaching and learning • Deliver high-impact, inclusive PBL experiences integrating literacy, humanities, science, and environmental understanding • Use AI tools embedded in our curriculum and assessment systems to raise the quality and ambition of your practice • Lead and co-lead learning excursions and community-based experiential learning • Use the UbD framework and UDL principles to plan and differentiate effectively • Conduct diagnostic reading and writing assessments and use data to personalise learning • Engage students in criteria-based assessment with clear, actionable feedback • Maintain high expectations through positive, restorative classroom management Curriculum and collaboration • Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to review evidence and refine curriculum • Document and align curriculum units in our planning system • Collaborate across our core programmes: D2R, Regeneration, Wellbeing, and Literacy • Contribute to the ongoing development of our progressive curriculum and assessment approach Homeroom and community • Lead a small advisory group, fostering belonging, reflection, and social-emotional growth • Build warm, proactive relationships with parents and caregivers • Model REAL School’s regenerative ethos through authentic practice and reflection Qualifications and experience Essential • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, plus a Master's degree in Education or a teaching qualification • At least three years of full-time classroom teaching with a strong track record • Proven expertise in literacy instruction • Experience with the UbD framework and PLCs • Strong classroom management and an understanding of restorative practices • Commitment to inclusive, student-centred, experiential learning • Warmth, strong communication skills, and genuine care for children • Alignment with our school values, including support for our plant-based meal approach, a commitment to equity, and a genuine care for the environment Desirable • PBL planning and delivery experience • Experience with competency-based assessment and UDL • Entrepreneurial experience or involvement with social or environmental causes Personal qualities • You live the values of Passion, Equity, Authenticity, Care, and Excellence (PEACE) • You are an empathetic, reflective communicator who builds real trust with students, families, and colleagues • You are adaptable, growth-oriented, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to co-create something new — not just deliver something already built Safeguarding and inclusion All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. REAL School Budapest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including references from previous employers. An International Child Protection Certificate or equivalent will be required for all countries lived in prior to taking up the role. We champion a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging (DEIJB). REAL School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. What we offer • A genuine opportunity to co-create progressive education in an ambitious, values-driven school • Fair compensation in a city where the cost of living is significantly lower than in Western Europe or the Gulf • Free plant-based meals every day from our on-site canteen, the Planteen — the first plant-based canteen in Europe • A working culture built on trust, distributed leadership, and professional autonomy • Ongoing development in PBL, AI-integrated teaching, and regenerative education • A small, international team of educators who are here because they believe in this • Membership of a community of changemakers — students, families, and colleagues included Why Budapest? Budapest is one of Europe’s most liveable cities. In 2024, the Economist Intelligence Unit named it the most liveable city in Eastern Europe, as well as one of the top five most improved cities on the planet. A rich cultural life, excellent food, and easy access to the rest of Europe are all part of everyday life here. The city has a growing international community, a vibrant arts and tech scene, and a warmth that surprises most newcomers. It is safe, beautiful, and endlessly interesting. Many of our team came for a year and are still here. How to apply Click Apply Now, upload your CV, and share an unlisted YouTube or Vimeo link to a short video (up to 2 minutes) telling us why this role excites you and what you would bring to it. The video is important to us — it is the fastest way for us to get a sense of who you are. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The closing date is when the position is filled. For questions, reach out to us at careers@realschool.hu

Responsibilities

The teacher will deliver high-impact Project-Based Learning (PBL) experiences integrating core subjects and utilize AI tools for enhanced planning and assessment. Additionally, the educator will serve as a Homeroom Educator, mentoring a small group of students holistically and maintaining strong family relationships.