Teacher of English / Language Arts, Key Stage 3
La Garenne International School
Switzerland
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- September 1st, 2018
- Apply by:
- 2 February 2018
Job overview
La Garenne International School invites applications for the position of KS3 English Teacher to join our team from September 1st, 2018. Applicants should be enthusiastic international educators who are keen to be part of our close-knit school community.
La Garenne International School, with 110 international students aged from 4-14, is situated in the popular Swiss ski resort of Villars. We offer small class sizes and a genuine family atmosphere. The Junior Section covers Years 7-9, following the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), underpinned by the UK Key Stage 3.
Beyond the academic programme, we offer a truly holistic education making full use of our outstanding local environment. Our stunning Alpine setting provides abundant opportunities for outdoor learning and extra-curricular activities. For further details about the school, please visit our website at www.la-garenne.ch
Ideally, candidates should have a minimum of two years experience, a British teaching qualification or equivalent and knowledge and experience of the British National Curriculum. They should be passionate, inspirational teachers who are able be able to work independently and liaise effectively with colleagues.
Interested candidates should apply by e-mail, including a letter of application and a current C.V., with the names of at least two referees, including your current or most recent employer.
The closing date for applications is Friday 2nd February.
Mr. Derek Lineham
Head Teacher
La Garenne International School
1884 Villars - Sur - Ollon
Switzerland
Telephone : + 41 (0)24 495 29 38
Email : dlineham@la-garenne.ch
Website : www.la-garenne.ch
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About La Garenne International School
- La Garenne International School
- Chemin des Chavasses 23, 1885 Chesières
- Villars-sur-Ollon
- Switzerland
A UNIQUE BOARDING SCHOOL IN THE HEART OF THE SWISS ALPS
La Garenne is one of the oldest international schools in Switzerland. More than 75 years after it welcomed its first children, LGIS is now home to 170 young people aged from 4 to 18.
Set in the heart of the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1300 metres above sea level, LGIS combines rigorous academic programmes with multiple and diverse outdoor activities all year round.
LGIS is an accredited IB World School. Study programmes include the International Primary Curriculum, the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes and the La Garenne High School Diploma.
With ski slopes on the doorstep, students are able to make the most of our stunning location and our demanding overseas programme enables students to complement their academic studies with Service as Action projects.
Our priority is that each child at La Garenne should be happy, safe, healthy, valued and cherished. Our motto is “Be Happy, Never, Never, Never Give Up” which reflects our holistic, child-centred approach, along with traditional Swiss values of respect, politeness, tolerance and responsibility.
KEY FACTS
- Family school founded in 1947
- Geneva airport (1h30 min), Lausanne (45 min)
- French speaking Swiss Alps - Ski resort at 1,300m
- Students aged 4 to 18 years old
- Up to 180 boarding and day students
- 30-35 nationalities Reception to IB DP2
- Average class size: 12-16 students
- Staff/Students ratio 1:2
- Full time academic programme / Integration programme / Summer & Winter Camps
LA GARENNE CAMPUS
Primary & Middle School (4 to 13 years old)
LE ROC CAMPUS
IB MYP4 to IB DP2 (14 - 18 years old)
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