We see our school as a living community where children, educators and families grow together. We care about giving every member of this community room to keep growing.
We want our colleagues to put the child and learning at the centre, to feel connected to nature, to value open communication, and to be curious and innovative. If you believe you would enjoy contributing to and shaping education in wall-less classrooms in the middle of nature, choose your position below and fill in the form.
Please select the position you would like to apply for.
- School Principal
- Vice Principal
- Kindergarten Coordinator
- Primary School Coordinator
- Middle School Coordinator
- Head of Foreign Languages
- Assessment & Evaluation Lead
Leaders and managers at Serpil Orman Okulları bring our child-centred, nature-based approach into everyday school life, make room for the team and grow the school culture together.
Responsibilities
- Plan and monitor the teaching and learning processes of the relevant school level in line with our philosophy
- Accompany the teaching team; sustain a culture of professional growth, collaboration and open communication
- Coordinate parent communication and the follow-up of each child's individual development
- Run the workflow and documentation related to Ministry of Education (MEB) regulations and school processes
- Contribute to planning forest school, club and workshop activities
What we expect
- Experience in management or coordination at an educational institution
- Meeting the Ministry of Education (MEB) appointment requirements for managers in private schools
- A perspective connected to nature that believes in play- and experience-based learning
- Team leadership, planning and open communication skills
- A curious, open-minded approach that enjoys creating together
What we offer
- An environment where you can develop new learning methods and projects and share your ideas freely
- A team with diverse experience and expertise that learns from one another
- A campus that uses the forest and wall-less classrooms as learning spaces, taking education beyond classroom walls
- With at most 20 students per class, the chance to know every child closely and support their individual growth
- Room to contribute to work that strengthens responsibility towards nature and society while growing your own practice
This is a general application pool; you are welcome to apply even when there is no open vacancy. Current vacancies are listed on the open positions page.
Please select the position you would like to apply for.
- Early Years Teacher
- Kindergarten Assistant Teacher
- Primary Classroom Teacher
- English Teacher
- Turkish Teacher
- Mathematics Teacher
- Science Teacher
- Social Studies Teacher
- Religious Culture & Ethics Teacher
- Physical Education Teacher
- Visual Arts Teacher
- Music Teacher
- ICT & Software Teacher
- Technology & Design Teacher
- Guidance & Psychological Counselling
- Forest School Educator
A teacher at Serpil Orman Okulları teaches in the classroom, in the outdoor classrooms and in the forest next to the school, follows the child's curiosity and creates together with them. We make room for educators' ideas just as we do for children's.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver lessons in your subject according to the national curriculum and our nature-based, experience-led approach
- Design learning experiences in the outdoor classrooms, the school garden and the forest
- Follow each child's interests and development closely; give individual feedback
- Take part in club and workshop activities
- Keep regular, open communication with parents; join team meetings and professional development work
What we expect
- A degree relevant to your subject and the Ministry of Education (MEB) appointment requirements for private schools
- A connection to nature and a willingness to take lessons outdoors
- A curious character, open to learning and happy to create together
- A child-centred perspective that believes in play- and experience-based learning
- Open communication and teamwork skills
What we offer
- An environment where you can develop new learning methods and projects and share your ideas freely
- A team with diverse experience and expertise that learns from one another
- A campus that uses the forest and wall-less classrooms as learning spaces, taking education beyond classroom walls
- With at most 20 students per class, the chance to know every child closely and support their individual growth
- Room to contribute to work that strengthens responsibility towards nature and society while growing your own practice
This is a general application pool; you are welcome to apply even when there is no open vacancy. Current vacancies are listed on the open positions page.
Please select the position you would like to apply for.
- Admissions & Parent Relations
- Accounting & Administration
- IT Support
- Social Media Officer
- School Nurse
- Kitchen & Dining Staff
- School Bus Driver / Attendant
- Cleaning & Maintenance Staff
- Security Officer
- Garden & Farm Keeper
Our administrative and support team keeps school life flowing safely and smoothly every day, from admissions to transport, from the kitchen to the garden. Everyone who shares the campus with the children is part of the school culture.
Responsibilities
- Carry out the daily workflow of your area in line with the school's routines and safety rules
- Maintain respectful, open communication with students, parents and colleagues
- Help keep the campus, vehicles and materials well maintained and safe
- Keep the required records, documents and notifications complete and on time
What we expect
- Education, documents and experience appropriate to the role (e.g. driving licence and psychotechnical report, hygiene training, relevant certificates)
- A patient, reliable approach suited to working in the same environment as children
- Organised, planned and responsible working habits
- An aptitude for teamwork and open communication
What we offer
- An environment where you can develop new learning methods and projects and share your ideas freely
- A team with diverse experience and expertise that learns from one another
- A campus that uses the forest and wall-less classrooms as learning spaces, taking education beyond classroom walls
- With at most 20 students per class, the chance to know every child closely and support their individual growth
- Room to contribute to work that strengthens responsibility towards nature and society while growing your own practice
This is a general application pool; you are welcome to apply even when there is no open vacancy. Current vacancies are listed on the open positions page.
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When you press Submit, your details are sent directly to our school; there is no need to open your e-mail app. If you prefer, you can write directly to info@serpilormanokullari.k12.tr or call +90 (532) 385 11 92.
