Mathematics and Physics Teacher

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 116 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Inspired Group is seeking to appoint an experienced teacher of IBDP Maths and Physics (SL/HL) to join a well-established department in one of our International schools in Italy. We are ideally looking for someone who can join us immediately. Applicants must have experience of teaching both IB MYP and DP. The successful applicant will be a dynamic teacher with experience of enabling pupils to achieve their potential. We are looking for experience, enthusiasm and a passion for teaching, to inspire our students with a love of learning. They need to be a team player that can work within two busy departments (Maths and Science), but also manage their own curriculum under pressure. This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of our secondary school, to a successful and growing department, in addition to teaching in the IB Diploma. There is the possibility of a Middle Leader position for the right candidate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supporting a positive and strong school community through the implementation of the IS Siena Positive Behaviour Policy and the pastoral programme.
• Planning and delivering the curriculum for: 
•   IBDP Physics HL/SL
•   IBDP Maths Application and Interpretation.  
•   IBMYP Physics/combined sciences 
•   MYP 4 and 5 Extended Maths
• Standardizing internal assessments with colleagues.
• Collaborating on the planning and deliver of the Group 4 project.
• Supervising Extended Essays and Personal Projects as necessary.
• Working closely with the DP Coordinator and MYP Coordinator to ensure grade banks are accurate and provide key data to drive student success.
• Possibly acting as a homeroom tutor.
• Contributing to school development through active participation in staff professional development.
• Offering an Extra Curricular activity that supports or extends the current portfolio of offerings.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• to be in possession of a university degree in a related Scientific subject and an appropriate teaching qualification; 
• to have had recent experience successfully teaching the subject within the 11-19 age range;
• to be enthusiastic and passionate, showing a love of Science and having the ability to convey this successfully to students of all abilities; 
• Understanding of CAT4 and data tracking to improve challenge and progress desirable;
• Experience with external and internal IB assessment and Extended Essay essential;
• A firm understanding of the importance of personalised learning learning in an inclusive environment;
• Someone who is willing to commit to a longer-term position. We would initially offer a 10-month contract with the view to possibly offering permanent after this time for longevity.

Please only submit an application if you have Qualified Teacher Status and are an EU passport holder or already be in possession of a valid visa that enables to work in Italy.

How to apply

Initial interviews will take place online. Please note that the interview process may begin earlier than the closing date for applications. Flights, baggage allowance and support for an apartment search are provided by the school. To apply please send a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae and names of three professional referees when submitting their application.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.