Teacher of Business & Economics

Teacher of Business & Economics

Colegio Anglo Colombiano is one of the leading independent IB World Schools in Colombia and South America. We are accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and are members of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and the Latin American Heads Conference (LAHC). We are also a Round Square school.

We are delighted to welcome applications for the post of Secondary School Teacher of Business & Economics. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and highly-motivated teacher to work within a successful and supportive faculty. He/she will play a vital role in delivering our Diploma Programme (Year 10 to Year 11) and will also be expected to teach some MYP Classes (Year 7 to Year 11).

The Teacher of Business & Economics will be expected to hold excellent subject knowledge and to demonstrate first-rate classroom practice, hence ensuring students benefit from exceptional teaching and learning. A highly collaborative nature and strong communication skills will be essential, allowing the development of supportive relationships with staff, students, and parents, as well as a strong faculty team. An enthusiasm to contribute to our extra-curricular provision will also be expected. Experience of the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme will be an advantage but not essential.

About Colegio Anglo Colombiano

The Colegio Anglo Colombiano is a prestigious international school based in the Colombian capital, Bogotá. Founded by prominent British and Colombian families in the 1950's, CAC, or otherwise known as the Anglo, has become the most sought after school in the region and is rooted in its Colombian and British heritage as well as international philosophy. 

The school was one of the first IB World Schools in Latin America, delivering the IB programmes from pre-kinder through to the Diploma. This internationally recognised programme includes the opportunity to develop your practice among like minded professionals. There are over 1800 students across the school with 950 in the secondary section. The school enjoys wonderful modern and well-maintained facilities in the North of the capital. The Humanities Faculty is made up of expatriate teachers from a range of countries. We are a school that promotes social and cultural diversity and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

If you feel that this position is of interest and you have the right experience and skills and are ready for a fresh challenge we would love to hear from you.

We offer an attractive two year compensation package (renewable) which includes benefits such as: 

• Annual bonus paid in December 
• Flight allowance including return airfares at the start and end of contract and an annual airfare allowance (based on years of service) to allow travel back to your home city
• Baggage allowance
• Arrival allowance
• Housing allowance 
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Weekly private Spanish classes
• 100% scholarship on school fees for up to three dependents
• Excellent health insurance including worldwide cover.

To find out more: 

• Watch our recruitment video here.   
• Read our supporting documents below.
• Informal conversations with Rob Pett, Head of Secondary are encouraged (email rpett@anglo.edu.co) 

Closing date for applications: 9.00am, Friday 13 January 2023

Interviews will be conducted by Google Meet. Early applications are encouraged as strong candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to safeguarding checks and all employees are expected to comply with our school Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.