Teacher of Chemistry

Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz; Zuoz; Vor Ort; CHF 99.000 - 154.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-campus accommodation

Staff rental rate

Social benefits

Zusammenfassung

The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz, located in the Engadin valley of Switzerland, invites applications for a Chemistry teacher to join the International Studies department. You will teach IGCSE Chemistry and IBDP Chemistry to Grades 8–12 and participate in the school’s diverse extracurricular programme.

Applicants should hold a University degree in Chemistry with a recognised teaching qualification and IB DP experience. Accommodation may be available; strong intercultural communication is essential.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in Chemistry.
• A recognised teaching qualification.
• IBDP teaching experience essential.
• IGCSE teaching experience preferred.
• Swiss/EU/EFTA citizenship an advantage.
• Strong understanding of international education standards and inquiry-based teaching methods.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multicultural environment.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive, challenging, and inclusive learning environment.

Aufgaben

• Teach Chemistry to students in Grades 8 to 12 within the International Section, including Cambridge IGCSE Double award Science and IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) Chemistry.
• Actively contribute to the school’s vibrant extra-curricular programme through leadership or participation in activities, clubs, or events.
• Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum planning, assessment design, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate effectively with parents and the wider school community.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the ongoing growth of the department and the school.

Jobbeschreibung

The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is an international boarding school with a history stretching back over 120 years, located near St. Moritz in the heart of the scenic Engadin valley (Switzerland). 220 boarders from around the world and 110 local day students study at our school for the Swiss Matura, the iGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP). The school philosophy is founded on respect for tradition combined with innovative thinking and emphasizes values such as respect, openness, responsibility, engagement, inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, and balance.

The opportunity has arisen to appoint a colleague in the following role:

Teacher of Chemistry

for its Department of International Studies

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry to students in Grades 8 to 12 within the International Section, including Cambridge IGCSE Double award Science and IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) Chemistry.
• Actively contribute to the school’s vibrant extra-curricular programme through leadership or participation in activities, clubs, or events.
• Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum planning, assessment design, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate effectively with parents and the wider school community.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to the ongoing growth of the department and the school.

Requirements

• University degree in Chemistry
• A recognised teaching qualification
• IBDP teaching experience (essential)
• IGCSE teaching experience (preferred)
• Swiss/EU/EFTA citizenship is an advantage
• Strong understanding of international education standards and inquiry-based teaching methods.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multicultural environment.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive, challenging, and inclusive learning environment

We offer

• A dynamic international context in the spectacular alpine setting of the Engadin at 1718 meters above sea level.
• Very good social benefits
• Gross salary for fulltime Teacher CHF 99’190.00 to CHF 153’790.00 per year
• Opportunities for professional development
• On-campus accommodation may be available if required, at a preferential staff rental rate.

Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is committed to safer recruiting practices, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful applicant will be subject to thorough background checks through Aequivalent SA.

If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Ms Alexandra Conchard, head of International Section, Tel. [phone].