College Alpin Beau Soleil is seeking to recruit a
Teacher of Physics
with the possibility to be Head of Science
From September 2025
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Beau Soleil, we believe it’s what you do that counts. This philosophy holds true in all that we do as staff and for our students. We are a community that believes in the power of action, engagement and participation, inside and outside of the classroom.
Our unique holistic education is built around four core values: Respect, Responsibility, Ambition and Determination, which provide a framework to community life for our international student body.
Our students come from over fifty different countries, with diverse academic backgrounds and a wide range of future aspirations.
With curricular programmes in both English and French, students graduate with an IB or Advanced Studies Diploma. Within this framework, small class sizes allow for a flexible programme and staff are encouraged and supported to bring new ideas to all that they do.
YOUR PROFILE
We are looking for a passionate Physics Teacher who is eager to engage students from the tiniest particles to the vastness of galaxies. This position offers not only the chance to teach fundamental concepts but also the potential for leadership within our forward-thinking Science Faculty. As a qualified teacher, you will be a fluent English speaker, ideally with familiarity in the IBDP curriculum, and confident in working with students from diverse backgrounds. Your excellent communication skills and comfort with technology will allow you to build strong relationships with colleagues, students, and parents alike.
We value organization and a good sense of humor, as well as a willingness to immerse yourself in the full life of our school, including the boarding house and extracurricular activities. Our comprehensive learning program features Saturday morning academics and thrilling challenges, from climbing 4000-meter peaks to nighttime ski racing. Join our dynamic team where you will engage with curious learners, share your passion for physics, and contribute to a curriculum that inspires exploration and wonder.
If you have high standards and a collaborative spirit, we want to hear from you! Step into a role that allows you to lead, innovate, and create lasting impacts on your students’ lives while advancing your career in a vibrant and inspiring environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Build a strong profile for the subject within and beyond the Science Faculty, by working collaboratively and with a commitment to continuous improvement and development of the quality of students’ learning.
* Develop and deploy resources to support high quality student learning, by planning effective teaching programmes which provide exemplary learning opportunities within and beyond the classroom.
* Make effective use of formative and summative assessment to plan challenging learning opportunities for all students and effectively using homework and other extra-curricular learning opportunities.
* Support the academic progress of a small group of students within one of our boarding house.
* Act as coach and mentor to individual tutees.
* Contribute to whole school learning initiatives.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
* Relevant degree in Physics.
* Teaching qualification.
* Fluent English speaker.
EXPERIENCE
* 2 years’ teaching experience.
* Experience of being part of a highly successful department and school.
* Demonstrable evidence of innovating and adapting curricula to engage children and enable them to perform highly.
* Experience of delivering a UK National Curriculum and/or the IB Diploma.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Warmth and kindness, with flexibility and empathy.
* Passionate about education and learning.
* Understanding of the complex and demanding environment of an international boarding school community.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Strong organizational skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be made via Beau Soleil recruitment website at https://www.beausoleil.ch/careers and should contain a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 15 November 2024.
Successful short listed candidates will be contacted straight away with initial discussions conducted remotely by telephone or video call.
Collège Alpin Beau Soleil is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A police check is required prior to appointment.
Beau Soleil is a member of the Nord Anglia Education group of schools, which offers staff the chance to become part of a global network of schools and benefit from the professional training opportunities of the world’s leading organization of outstanding schools.
Job Types: 100%, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 15/11/2024
Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025
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