English Language and Literature Teacher

Join a growing and dynamic team in a leading international school in west Paris

We are seeking to appoint a qualified teacher of English Language and Literature. This role is suitable for an experienced teacher in Key Stages 3 & 4, who can ensure the highest standards of teaching and a commitment to student learning and achievement.

The International Sections of SIS Paris Ouest has been a leader in bilingual education in the Paris area for over 60 years. Embedded in the French National Education system, our international sections serve over 900 families from pre-school to the secondary level in a network of 8 partner schools.

The Anglophone section offers our pupils a highly challenging academic programme leading to the British option of the OIB (French Baccalauréat with an international option) and a rich co-curricular life. Our internationally-minded graduates go on to study in top-ranked universities in the UK, EU, Canada and the USA.

The successful candidate will:

• be a native level English speaker
• possess a good degree in English Literature and a PGCE or equivalent (newly qualified teachers are welcome to apply)
• have close knowledge of learning objectives and assessment of Key Stage 3 and the IGCSE (First Language English and Literature)
• have wide-ranging subject knowledge to contribute to curriculum development and the teaching of classic and contemporary texts
• be confident with engaging bilingual pupils through creative teaching strategies, rigorous planning and production of schemes of work.
• have proven dedication to the progress of pupils and their achievement
• have excellent collaborative skills, sense of initiative, and enjoy sharing best practice with colleagues
• be able to adapt to the demands of teaching and working within a bilingual educational framework and communicating in French
• be enthusiastic about leading school trips and extra-curricular activities

To apply please send by email:

• a CV, including a photo and contact details of 2 referees (one of which must be the supervisor of your current appointment).
• a covering letter detailing why you are interested in the role and our school

to : Betty Lau-Vanchet, Head of English

Email: betty.lau@sissevres.org

The closing date for applications is 30 June, 2021.

Kindly note that shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial online interview on a rolling basis, and a records check will be administered as part of our safer recruitment and child safeguarding policies.

For more information about our school and programmes, please visit our website: http://sis-sevres.net/fr?language=en

For more information about the OIB programme and standards, please consult the ASIBA website: http://www.asiba.fr/brevet-international/