Teacher of Science

We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced teacher to teach Cambridge International IGCSE and AS and A-Level in an English Curriculum school based in Tanzania.

The school:

Isamilo International School is a British Curriculum school in Mwanza, Tanzania. It is the oldest and most-respected International School in Mwanza.We also have boarding students from across East Africa. We offer an exceptional and well balanced education to 500+ children from a broad spectrum of cultural backgrounds aged between 3 and 18.We have a team of creative, resourceful, inspiring and committed teachers.  We are now looking for a like-minded professional to join our talented team.Please visit www.Isamiloschool.orgfor more information about our school.

Location:

Mwanza is a port city on the southern shores of Lake Victoria in north-western Tanzania. With a population of over 700,000, it is Tanzania's second largest city, following Dar es Salaam. Mwanza is the capital of the surrounding Mwanza Region. Mwanza is 135 km (2 hour drive) from the Serengeti National Park. Mwanza is also just a short flight away from Dar es Salaam, Mount Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar.

Role summary:

• To facilitate the attainment of each student's full potential and to help them to develop strong academic skills.
• To teach the subject at IGSCE and A-Level.
• To work effectively as part of a team and to be willing to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school of the school.

Person Specification:

• A good honours degree and teaching certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a UK curriculum school or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching GCSE and, A-Level.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Physics specialists will be given priority
• To be adaptable to the frustrations that can arise from working in a developing country.

Benefits:

• All Teachers are offered 2 year renewable contracts
• Professional development and guidance given
• End of contract bonus
• Annual flight allowance after completing a 2 year contract successfully
• Furnished, secure accommodation close to school
• Visa costs
• Medical insurance
• Free school places for up to 2 dependents
• Generous holidays to travel home and/or beyond
• Opportunities to join day and residential school trips for boarders and a range of year groups across Africa
• The school benefits from a close-knit community where teachers, students, parents and guardians all come together to guarantee a memorable and pleasant experience
• A strong, supportive expatriate community providing a ‘home away from home’
• Small classes

The successful candidate will be dynamic, self-motivated, diligent, flexible, professional, have a sense of humour, and an ability and willingness to be a role model for our students. 

For an application form and more information email:hmoffice@isamiloschool.org – Closing Date 11th March

The school is committed to safeguarding students and appointments depend upon relevant CRB/Police checks and references.