Economics Teacher

Reference : CBSV-TEA-01968
College Beau Soleil

The school is an international co-educational boarding school for 11-18 year olds located in the Swiss Alps. The school provides a stimulating academic education which is combined with an active outdoors education. Educational programmes are offered in both English and French, with the IGCSE and IB programmes within the International Section and the French Brevet and Baccalaureate programme within the French Section. The student body is currently 240.

College Alpin Beau Soleil seeks to appoint an outstanding IB ECONOMICS TEACHER.  An innovative and dynamic teacher, focused on engaging students and supporting them to achieve their best, you will be looking for a position in an exceptional school, in an exceptional location.  As part of the Nord Anglia Education Group, teachers at Beau Soleil are able to take advantage of the many opportunities for professional development and ongoing career support whilst still enjoying the benefits of working in a small school which prides itself on providing an outstanding holistic education for every student.

Economics

IB Economics is a popular subject taught to students in grade 11 and grade 12.

The course is taught both at Standard- and Higher-level. The students have a good understanding of the business world and the connection of it to economics. This allows for interesting class discussions and real world examples to enhance their learning.  As many of the students desire to study the subject in tertiary education they are eager to learn and aim high.

Experience/Education:

Essential

• A strong Honours Degree in a relevant subject
• Qualified Teacher Status

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

• Excellent subject knowledge
• Understanding of IB curriculum, requirements of the subject at every level
• Evidence of proactive professional development
• Enthusiasm and sense of team spirit
• IT literate

Personal and relevant attributes:

• Ability to enthuse and inspire young people
• A positive attitude and approach to change and development
• Self-motivated and able to use own initiative
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Good organizational skills

Application process

Please complete the application form on our website http://site.beausoleil.ch/Employment-Opportunities  and send it to jobs@beausoleil.ch. Closing application date February 12th. Initial interview will be a Skye interview. Prior the interview the candidate will be requested to present a video of his/her teaching.

Closing Date:  15th February 2016

The school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to provide his/her police record.