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Teacher of Physical Education

La Châtaigneraie

Secondary

Seeks for 30th August 2021

Founded in 1924, the Foundation of the International School of Geneva, commonly known as Ecolint educates 4500 students aged from 3-18 representing over 130 nationalities. Each of our eight schools is dedicated to the development of seven life-worthy, future-ready global competences: we develop lifelong learning, self-agency, the ability to interact with the world, with others and with resources so as to develop transdisciplinary, multiliterate thinking. Through this, we drive our mission, which is to educate students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together. Ecolint is built on strong humanitarian values and prides itself on its long history of pedagogical innovation, including the creation of the Model United Nations system and the International Baccalaureate. We have around 1250 employees representing more than 60 nationalities, united as one core of dynamic professionals, committed to our mission.

The Campus La Châtaigneraie is set amidst the picturesque rolling farms and villages of Founex, overlooking Lake Geneva not far from the city. With a mix of historic and new buildings, the campus is split into a Primary and Secondary school. The international team of educators is devoted to supporting a diverse population of students.

To complete our team, we are looking for a:

Teacher of Physical Education
Full-time – 18 Hour(s)

Responsibilities:

  • Teaching PE to all age groups, but especially years 7-13 Group

Candidates are requested to apply online attaching their CV, three references (one of which must be from their current or most recent employer, who can be contacted should the candidate be selected for an interview), and a covering letter. The application must be addressed to Alexandra Conchard, International School of Geneva, La Châtaigneraie Campus by 28th April 2021 mentioning the reference number 230 123.

The International School of Geneva values and encourages diversity among its staff. As such, we welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous conduct and child protection checks appropriate to their position, including prior checks with their previous employers and the authorities.

Posted: April 2021
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LocationFounex, Switzerland, Europe
Start DateAugust 2021
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelAll Levels
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

Ecolint offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including a contribution to the payment of health insurance. In addition, the Foundation has sickness and pension schemes superior to legal requirements. Members of staff may be granted full or partial reduction of school fees for dependent children. We also encourage expatriate staff to maintain contact with the culture of their home country and their relatives. Home Leave is granted to senior management and teaching staff who are entitled to moving expense benefits and whose home station is outside Switzerland.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Other Certification
Education RequiredBachelor
Additional School Requirements

Candidate requirements:

  • Teaching qualification in Physical Education essential, coaching qualification also desirable.
  • Min 4-5 years of experience teaching both primary and secondary students of mixed ability, in a coeducational and international environment.
  • Has the ability to teach in both English and French.
  • Is passionate about teaching and learning with an excellent knowledge and understanding of assessment in physical education.
  • The ability to teach gymnastics is essential
  • Is prepared to do replace cover for colleagues who may be away with sport teams etc.
  • Is willing to assume responsibilities for organizing annual events such as sports days and ski days
  • Has experience of delivering the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.
  • Is willing to coach and contribute to the extra-curricular sports program.
  • The ability to be a good team player is essential

About the School

We prepare students for membership in communities that are socially and culturally diverse, for citizenship, and for engagement with the political, ethical, and environmental challenges of their times. We expect them to want to take an active part in making their world a better place and one that is based on the mutual understanding, respect, and shared values to which the school has been committed throughout its long history. The International School of Geneva serves both the international and local communities of the Geneva area. We are committed to preparing students to live in a multilingual and multicultural world and, as a bilingual Foundation, to develop their fluency in both English and French. The school exists for the sake of its students and is committed to a continual re-evaluation of their needs in the light of social, economic, and cultural change. The school strives continually to promote excellence in all aspects of its provision, to do better than its previous best, and to model the values that it encourages in its students. The main principles of an international education A key element of this unity is a commitment to a particular kind of international education. The Foundation has defined those main principles as follows: Encouraging important international values Supporting the student’s language development Ensuring an international dimension to the curriculum Recognising the importance of global issues Showing respect for, and integration with, the host country