Postulation : https://www.eteach.com/job/teacher-of-ib-ess-and-lower-school-science-1471934
Job title: Teacher of IB ESS and Lower School Science
Reporting to: Head of ESS
JOB PURPOSE
Aiglon College is an international boarding school based in the Swiss Alps with a worldwide reputation for providing a challenging holistic education in an inspiring setting within a safe, caring and supportive framework. The School is CIS accredited, and caters for over 480 students aged 7-18 representing over 70 nations. Students in Years 3-6 follow the Aiglon Wonder Curriculum, and are taught by specialist primary teachers. In science, Years 7 and up are taught by specialist teachers from the faculty of science: Years 7 - 9 follow the Aiglon Discovery Curriculum, in Years 10 and 11 they prepare for IGCSE or follow the Aiglon pre-IB curriculum and in Years 12 and 13 prepare for the IB Diploma.
The science faculty includes specialists in the subjects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, ESS (Environmental Systems and Societies), Computer Science and SEHS (Sports, Exercise & Health science). These subjects are taught by a team of 15 teachers supported by four dedicated lab technicians. We are a friendly, collegiate team who enjoy sharing ideas and best practice. Our schemes of work include a significant emphasis on lab activities and student-led inquiry; we have access to modern apparatus and data-logging equipment, ensuring that students develop scientific skills and an appreciation of the scientific method, in addition to subject knowledge. The faculty is committed to developing the quality of science and technology offered in the extracurricular activities programme. The department is based in a suite of well-equipped laboratories located within a chalet-style building. A major refurbishment of the science laboratories was undertaken in 2023 and 2024.
In the Discovery programme, students are taught science by a single teacher. From Year 10 upwards, the three core sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) are taught by one teacher for each subject. Year 10 and 11 students are prepared for Cambridge Double Award Coordinated Science (9-1) IGCSE at the end of Year 11, before selecting one or two science subjects in the IB Diploma Programme. Students who join Aiglon in Year 11 study the Aiglon pre-IB science course, with subject specialist teachers in each subject, which focuses on the content and skills required to successfully transition to a Group 4 Science diploma course in Year 12.
The successful candidate will be able to teach ESS at IB SL and HL levels. Additionally, the successful candidate will also be required to teach some science to younger students - this may include Discovery Science for Years 7, 8 and 9, and may also include some IGCSE teaching. You will be willing to contribute supporting science outside the academic curriculum. The ability to teach a second science subject up to IGCSE level would be an advantage, but is not essential. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspirational practitioner, who enjoys working as part of a wider team, with a passion for science, a good sense of humour, and a proven track record of supporting students to make excellent progress in their science learning.
All teachers are expected to make a significant contribution to the ethos of Aiglon. The expectation is that staff will be positive and contribute enthusiastically to the life and work of a busy boarding school.
This job description is additional to the basic duties outlined in the Aiglon College contract of employment in accordance with the school’s policies and guiding principles, and under the direction of the School Director. A summary of the key accountabilities is included below.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional Standards and Expectations
Carry out teaching duties and exercise responsibilities in line with the Guiding Principles of Aiglon
Plan and deliver engaging lessons where risks associated with practical activities have been identified through consultation with appropriate references (such as CLEAPSS or equivalent), and hazards are appropriately managed, to ensure the provision of a safe learning environment
Treat all members of the community, colleagues and students, with respect and consideration. Treat all students fairly, consistently and without prejudice
Set a good example to students in terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance
Read and adhere to the various policies of the school as expressed in the Aiglon Guide and other agreed documentation, and support the ethos of the school by upholding the behaviour code, uniform regulations and other expectations
Be available to work on campus in good time to complete all necessary preparations and meetings before the start of term
Take personal responsibility for professional development (both pastoral and academic) and participate in staff training when provided, in line with the continued professional development programme of Aiglon
Reflect on personal and school practices in pursuit of continuous improvement. Participate in Professional Review and Development (PRD) activities
Undertake pastoral and other duties as prescribed within school policies
Ensure that all deadlines are met as published in the school calendar and as directed
Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned, including cover and exam invigilation
Attend Assembly/Meditation on at least two mornings a week when averaged over any term and be prepared to give a Meditation once a year
Be proactive and take responsibility for matters relating to health and safety
Support the school through regular attendance at various events in the School Diary (these may be religious, spiritual, sporting or cultural)
Teaching and Tutoring
Teach a predetermined number of academic lessons per week, in accordance with Department schemes of work and programmes of study
Liaise with relevant colleagues on the planning of units of work for collaborative delivery
Work in collaboration with Aiglon’s programme of support for students with specific learning difficulties, as directed by the Head of Learning Support or the Deputy School Director
Take account of students' prior levels of attainment and baseline data and use these to set targets for future improvements
Set work for students absent from class for health, disciplinary or co-curricular reasons
Where appropriate, prepare students thoroughly for public examinations including the marking and moderation of coursework
Engage with and promote the use of ICT and the development of appropriate ICT skills both within the curriculum and in wider school life
Maintain good discipline by adherence to the advice given to colleagues in the Aiglon Guide and elsewhere, and by the Deputy School Director
Set high expectations for students' behaviour by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere in lessons and in the boarding environment
Set appropriate and demanding expectations for students' learning, motivation and presentation of work, in line with agreed school policies
If required, act as a tutor in an assigned Boarding House, exercising best practice in pastoral care and providing guidance and encouragement to students, as directed by Houseparents and the Deputy School Director. This will include the need to attend scheduled meetings at the Houseparents’ or Deputy School Directors’ discretion and meet with students outside of formal meeting times
Assume House duties. At present, house duties usually involve the following, but these may be revised by the School Director should circumstances so require:
a regular weekday lunchtime and evening duty
weekend duties on 1 in 3 weekends (approximately 10 or 11 per year)
Startdatum: 22.03.2025
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