Teacher of History

Collège Alpin Beau soleil recruits

Teacher of History

From September 2024

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Beau Soleil, we believe it’s what you do that counts. This philosophy holds true in all that we do as staff and for our students. We are a community that believes in the power of action, engagement and participation, inside and outside of the classroom.

Our unique holistic education is built around four core values: Respect, Responsibility, Ambition and Determination, which provide a framework to community life for our international student body.

Our students come from over fifty different countries, with diverse academic backgrounds and a wide range of future aspirations.

With curricular programmes in both English and French, students graduate with an IB or Advanced Studies Diploma. Within this framework, small class sizes allow for a flexible programme and staff are encouraged and supported to bring new ideas to all that they do.

OUR COMMUNITY

Our location in the heart of Villars-sur-Ollon, offers an enviable lifestyle with access to skiing in the winter months and a multitude of outdoor and sporting activities throughout the year. Montreux, Lausanne and Geneva are all within easy reach for cultural adventures and inspiration.

The Beau Soleil campus is an inspiring place to work with facilities that are second to none. Our ongoing campus development and maintenence programme ensures that our students and staff thrive in an environment of which they can be rightly proud.

YOUR PROFILE

From ancient civilisations to the complexities of modern geopolitical dynamics, the study of history is essential to shaping our students' understanding of the world. As a Teacher of History in our esteemed Faculty of Humanities, you'll play a vital role in guiding students through this captivating journey of discovery.

Within the structured framework of the Middle Years Programme (MYP) Humanities curriculum, which runs from grades 6 to 10, which runs from grades 6 to 10, the role may also involve teaching our Integrated Humanities course. With meticulously crafted lessons and interactive discussions, you'll cultivate critical thinking skills and foster a deeper understanding of the complexities of a combination of Humanities subjects.

In addition, as an integral part of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP), your expertise will help prepare students for the challenges of higher education and beyond. In this rigorous academic environment, the IBDP History course serves as a platform for scholarly exploration and intellectual engagement, allowing students to immerse themselves in nuanced historical narratives and develop essential research skills under your guidance.

As a qualified educator, you'll master the intricacies of the IBDP curriculum and know how to work with students from diverse backgrounds. Your passion for history, combined with your ability to inspire and engage students, will pave the way for enriching learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.

At Beau Soleil, we foster a culture of collaboration, excellence and holistic development. As a Teacher of History, you'll be an integral part of our dedicated team, committed to supporting students academically, emotionally and intellectually. From leading stimulating discussions to participating in extracurricular activities, your enthusiasm for history and dedication to student success will leave an indelible mark on our school community. Join us at Beau Soleil, where every day is an opportunity to ignite the spark of curiosity and inspire a love for the study of history that will last a lifetime.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build a strong profile for the subject within and beyond the Humanities Faculty, by working collaboratively and with a commitment to continuous improvement and development of the quality of students’ learning
• Develop and deploy resources to support high quality student learning, by planning effective teaching programmes which provide exemplary learning opportunities within and beyond the classroom
• Make effective use of formative and summative assessment to plan challenging learning opportunities for all students and effectively using homework and other extra-curricular learning opportunities
• Support the academic progress of a small group of students within one of our boarding house
• Act as coach and mentor to individual tutees
• Contribute to whole school learning initiatives

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong knowledge in IBDP curriculum
• Relevant degree in History or similar
• Teaching qualification
• English native level speaker and French proficiency an asset

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years’ teaching experience
• Experience of being part of a highly successful department and school
• Demonstrable evidence of innovating and adapting curricula to engage children and enable them to perform highly
• Experience of delivering a UK National Curriculum and/or the IB Diploma

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Warmth and kindness, with flexibility and empathy
• Passionate about education and learning
• Understanding of the complex and demanding environment of an international boarding school community
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organisational skills

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should be made via Beau Soleil recruitment website at https://www.beausoleil.ch/careers and should contain a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19th May 2024.

Successful short listed candidates will be contacted straight away with initial discussions conducted remotely by telephone or video call.

Collège Alpin Beau Soleil is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A clean police check is required prior to appointment.