Teacher of Chemistry and General Science - starting 1st September 2021
The English International School of Padua
Italy
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- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 1st September 2021
- Apply by:
- 21 May 2021
Job overview
The English International School of Padova seeks to employ the services of a chemistry teacher for our secondary school. We are looking for a motivated and committed teacher of Chemistry to teach across the age and ability range. Our Middle School follows a largely UK based Key Stage 3 programme of study. In the High School we offer Cambridge iGCSEs and the IB diploma. A degree and appropriate teaching qualification are essential, but both experienced and new entrants to the profession are welcome to apply.
We are looking for:
An enthusiastic and motivated professional who is passionate about science and chemistry in particular.
A qualified teacher who would like the opportunity to teach highly motivated and well behaved students.
A team player who would like to contribute to the further development of this vibrant and progressive department.
A professional with the desire to be involved in chemistry teaching at all levels including IB.
What we will offer you:
A small and dynamic International school, with the scope to offer a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.
The support of a Science Department who are deeply committed to raising standards.
Students who genuinely want to learn.
The opportunity to teach across the secondary age range.
Please note only selected applicants will be contacted by email for further details and to schedule an interview.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and fully enhanced DBS checks.
Starting date is 1st September 2021
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About The English International School of Padua
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About our School
The English International School of Padua (EISP) is one of the leading international schools in the Veneto region, offering education to students aged from 18 months to 18 years. EISP is an evolving school and since opening in 1987 has become the school choice for international and Italian parents looking to provide their children with the highest levels of education.
EISP operates independently from other international schools; however it is affiliated to ECIS, Cambridge Examining board and it is also an IB World School.
Our Aims & Philosophy:
We aim to informally and formally imbue our students with values that will be a foundation for both their academic and personal life, now and after their time at EISP.
- Respect - We value ourselves, our peers and those that support us.
- Honesty - Ensuring that we are true to ourselves and act with integrity.
- Compassion - We empathise, putting others first and valuing difference.
- Open-Minded - In listening we learn from others who may hold ideas that are different to our own.
- Collaboration - We understand that we achieve far more as a team.
We aim to nurture
- Excellence for all
- Intellectual curiosity
- Sensitivity to others
- Personal responsibility
Our Mission:
Encouraging students to realise their full potential - We provide students with the essential stimuli to achieve their potential in an international learning environment. Our aim is to shape life-long learners through a solid foundation in knowledge and skills, preparing our students for a global and challenging society.
Joining our Team
The school follows the academic year September to June. Teaching staff usually work between 180 and 183 days per year (including training days).
All vacancies published have stated closing dates, but early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint prior to this deadline. Further details will be sent to short-listed candidates only. Interviews are usually held via Skype/Google Meet/Zoom, with the interview process always involving at least two members of the SMT.
We are all completely aware of the challenges that the Covid-19 pandemic has brought to education over the last year. The whole school community is working together to respect all safety measures to ensure that our students can follow their lessons on site. We also adhere to the following:
Safeguarding: we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Diversity: our success depends on our staff and the scope of our difference is a source of pride. We believe this diversity positively promotes global citizenship and reflects the value of contribution irrespective of one’s personal characteristics and/or background.
Equal opportunities: we are committed to preserving and promoting equality of opportunity in all sections of our community.
Wellbeing: we are fully committed to the protection, promotion and enhancement of the wellbeing of all sections of our community.
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team.
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