Secondary Geography Teacher
Swiss International School
Posted 30+ days ago
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:
It is a mandatory requirement that all SISQ staff adhere to the Student Safeguarding and Child protection Policy.
To foster effective teaching, learning and management of resources and be a model of professional practice in the Humanities Department.
General Responsibilities:
As the Secondary Geography Teacher (MYP/DP) you will be required to:
Manage learning:
A commitment to student learning and safeguarding.
Show commitment to students and their learning.
Demonstrate expertise in the subjects you teach and in the delivery of the content.
Apply differentiation in class.
Encourage inquiry learning and concept-based instruction.
Use varied assessments in class to reflect students’ learning
Take responsibility for managing and monitoring each student’s progress
Ensure that all evidence and recording of student's work are kept up-to-date, ensuring accuracy in reporting writing through peer review
Report to parents through informal and formal meetings, anecdotal records, incident report, reflection, feedback and conferences
Ensure the safety and welfare of the students and resources in your care
Professional management of self, planning and reflection:
Work collaboratively with all SISQ staff; able to demonstrate your collaborative planning and reflection, level weekly planning, involvement in the Secondary School/Whole School meetings, School events etc.
Ensure thorough planning, informed delivery, assessment of the IB programs of Study, Scope and Sequence, Areas of Inquiry and target setting are in accordance with the IBO requirements so as to facilitate progression in learning.
Weekly planning is available and long-term schemes of work are planned for the year.
Implement SISQ policies at all times.
Show a positive attitude in dealing with the students, parents and colleagues.
Promptly respond to any parent queries / concerns, escalating where required
Professional development:
Share your expertise or learning in your subject area and best classroom practices with your peers
Take part in personal development inside and outside of SISQ to develop and enhance your teaching practices and knowledge
Resources:
Provide a stimulating and challenging classroom environment with displays that reflect the students’ learning.
Develop additional resources to supplement classroom materials to improve instruction and for differentiation
Pastoral Care:
Be responsible for the supervision of the students (drop off, after-school childcare, EA’s and all break times)
Celebrate students' achievements
Promote the IB Attitudes and Profile
Respond to students’ physical, mental and emotional needs in school
Communicate to parents through e-mail, ManageBac and weekly newsletters where applicable
Whole School:
Actively participate in all school meetings, school events and PD days
Promote and encourage parent involvement in the school through events and parent conferences
Contribute and encourage a positive atmosphere in school.
About you:
The successful candidate will have the following essential qualities:
Geography Degree
Student focused and a passion for working with middle school aged students;
A collaborative working style
A commitment to continuous improvement;
A commitment to student learning, wellbeing and safeguarding.
The following qualities would be an advantage:
Experience teaching IB Diploma, A-Level or Advanced Placement Geography
Experience within an international school setting
In line with the Ministry of Education's Circular 13 requirements for this position, the candidate must possess the following:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Geography or Bachelors in Geography and Urban planning
A teaching qualification (PGCE / QTS / Teaching Licence)
No more than 49 years of age in August 2025 (at the point of joining the school)
Company Industry
- Education
- Training
- Teaching
- Academics
Department / Functional Area
- Teaching
- Education
Keywords
- Secondary Geography Teacher
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Swiss International School
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