Teacher of Philosophy - sabbatical leave replacement for 1 year

Ecolint; Genf; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolint's La Boissière campus in Geneva seeks a Teacher of Philosophy for a one-year sabbatical replacement. You will teach Year 11 and IB DP students (SL/HL), plan inquiries, and align assessment with IB standards.

The role emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and connecting philosophy to global issues, Theory of Knowledge, and cross‑curricular themes. Start date is 2027-08-30.

Qualifications

• Relevant University degree in Philosophy with a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE).
• Experience teaching Philosophy within the IB Diploma Programme (SL/HL) or equivalent.
• Desirable: knowledge of IB Philosophy guide, assessment criteria and current educational methodologies.
• Ability to teach another subject is an asset.
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Knowledge of French is an advantage in bilingual context.

Responsibilities

• Teach Philosophy to Year 11 and IB DP SL/HL classes, planning and delivering dynamic lessons.
• Prepare IB DP students for all assessment components, including external exams and IA.
• Update curriculum schemes of work and assessment tasks aligned with IB criteria and school standards.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and differentiated support, connect philosophy to TOK and cross‑curricular themes.
• Record and report on student progress and maintain communication with parents and leadership.
• Participate in subject-group meetings, moderation, planning, mentorship, parent‑teacher evenings and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Philosophy teaching

IB DP experience

English proficiency

French knowledge

Classroom management

Education

Philosophy degree

Job description

Teacher of Philosophy - sabbatical leave replacement for 1 year

Ecolint Vacant since : 06.11.2026 1208 Genève (GE) 100% By agreement Temporary

Quick facts

• Campus : La Boissière (Genève)
• Department : Secondary School (Humanities)
• Rate : Full-time (24 periods per week / 100%)
• Start date : 2027-08-30T00:00:00.000Z
• Reference : 300 037

Founded in 1924, the Geneva International School (Ecolint) is the world's first international school, serving 4,500 students from 130 nationalities. The La Boissière (LGB) campus is located in central Geneva, combining 18th-century heritage with cutting-edge STEM and arts facilities. It serves nearly 1,900 students and incorporates our Universal Learning Programme (ULP), developed with UNESCO, to ground learning in globally relevant, high‑impact skills.

Your role and responsibilities

LGB has a thriving Philosophy department. The successful candidate will maintain these high standards by inspiring students to critically analyze fundamental questions regarding ethics, human nature, and political philosophy while developing their analytical, argumentation, and essay writing skills.

• Teach Philosophy to Year 11 classes and IB Diploma Programme students (SL and HL), planning and delivering dynamic, inquiry-based lessons.
• Prepare IB DP students thoroughly for all assessment components, including external examinations and the Philosophy Internal Assessment.
• Update and refine curriculum schemes of work and assessment tasks aligned with IB criteria and Ecolint's pedagogical standards.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and differentiated support; connect philosophical inquiry to real‑world global challenges, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and cross‑curricular humanities themes.
• Record and report on student progress, maintaining regular communication with parents, mentors, and leadership.
• Participate actively in subject‑group meetings, moderation, pedagogical planning, mentor responsibilities, parent‑teacher evenings, and extracurricular initiatives.

Who we are looking for

Skills and Experience

• Relevant University degree in Philosophy (or equivalent discipline) combined with a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE).
• Proven experience teaching Philosophy within the IB Diploma Programme (SL and HL) or equivalent (e.g., A‑Level, Year 11, IGCSE/GCSE).
• In‑depth knowledge of the IB Philosophy guide, assessment criteria, and current educational methodologies is desirable.
• Ability to teach another subject is considered an asset.
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Knowledge of French (or willingness to learn) is an advantage, given Ecolint's bilingual context.

Personal attributes

• Student‑centred teaching approach that encourages open dialogue, critical thinking, and respectful debate.
• Strong organisational, collaborative, and digital communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural, fast‑paced educational environment.

Child Protection and Diversity

The International School of Geneva values and promotes diversity among its staff. As such, we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The School is deeply committed to protecting and promoting the well‑being of children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks and child protection screenings appropriate to their position, including reference checks with former employers and relevant authorities.

Location and working conditions

• Work location 1208 Genève (GE)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start By agreement
• Employment duration Temporary
• By online Online form