Teacher of Biology

  La Châtaigneraie - Secondary School

Seeks for 1st September 2019 – 2 years Contract

Founded in 1924, and enjoying close ties with the UN, the Foundation of the International School of Geneva, commonly known as Ecolint, is the world's number one international school. With eight schools on three campuses across the Geneva area, we educate around 4500 students aged from 3-18. We have around 1500 employees representing more than 110 nationalities. Ecolint is built on strong humanitarian values and prides itself on its long history of pedagogical innovation, including the creation of the International Baccalaureate, currently a reference in more than 3500 international schools in the world. Our mission is to shape students' lives and prepare them to be world citizens engaged with the political, ethical and environmental challenge of their times. 

To replace a teacher on a 2 year sabbatical leave in our team at La Châtaigneraie Secondary School, we are looking for a: TEACHER OF BIOLOGY Full-time 

Responsibilities:

To teach International Baccalaureate, IGCSE biology and lower school science to Years 7 to 9

● To deliver high quality biology lessons

● To contribute to the teaching resources of the department

● To regularly assess the progress of students, record, and report those results to parent

● A commitment to science education through investigative practical work and experience in the use of ICT is expected

● For an appropriately experienced candidate there is the possibility of taking on the responsibility of being the head of the biology department

● To be willing to collaborate closely with colleagues

Professional experience required:

● have experience of teaching Biology to IB level

● teaching students at lower school science to Years 7 to 9

● excellent subject knowledge

Candidate requirements:

● be passionate about biology and inspire our students to be so as well;

● enthusiasm, creativity and drive to achieve the highest possible standards;

● a genuine interest in students and their well-being and progress;

● be an outstanding and inspirational teacher of students throughout the Secondary age range;

● be able to manage resources efficiently so that teaching and learning is effectively supported

● ensure curriculum entitlement and progression is achieved for all students;

● high personal standards and high expectations of others;

● English mother tongue with a good knowledge French would be an advantage;

● good communication skills with colleagues and parents.

Candidates are required to apply online by sending their CV, three references, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer, that may be followed at the point of interview and a covering letter addressed to Mr David Woods, Campus and Secondary Principal, International School of Geneva, La Châtaigneraie, by 22nd November 2018, mentioning the reference number 230 006.

Only online applications will be considered

The International School of Geneva welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers.