Teacher of English Language and Literature / Possible Head of English Department
Institut Le Rosey
Switzerland
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- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 15 November 2024
Job overview
For September 2025 we are seeking applications from enthusiastic and skilled teachers for the full-time position of Teacher of English Language and Literature, and the Head of English Department, for a suitably qualified candidate.
The successful candidate will be a dedicated educator with the qualifications and experience to teach English throughout the senior school, up to English A Literature/ Language and Literature for the IB Diploma Program. The successful candidate will have a degree in English literature, be a voracious reader, and willing to teach authors from Geoffrey Chaucer to Helen Oyeyemi. They will enjoy the collaboration, innovation, and lively discussion of our friendly and energetic department. For the right candidate with leadership experience, there is the possibility of a Head of Department role, including management of the English curriculum and leadership of eleven department members. The post may involve full participation in boarding-school life although we would welcome applications from teachers willing to live extern (off campus).
We Offer:
- On-campus accommodation (for those in boarding) and meals are provided and conditions of work are attractive.
- Generous professional development budget to support career growth.
- A supportive and dynamic community of educators and learners.
- Brand new state of the art teaching facilities opening September 2025.
- Ski pass
- French lessons for staff (and partners) up to B1 level.
- Excellent tuition and opportunities for children of staff members subject to admissions requirements.
Only online applications submitted on TES will be considered. Applications must include 3 referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 15 November 2024.
About Institut Le Rosey
Founded in 1880, Institut Le Rosey (www.rosey.ch) offers a rounded bilingual education in English and/or French for 440 students aged 8-18, leading to the IB Diploma and French baccalauréat. It also offers a unique two-campus system through its move from a 75-acre château setting by Lake Geneva to the school’s alpine campus every winter term. An IB World School, Le Rosey is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and MSA.
An International Mission
Le Rosey is a highly international community, with well over 60 nationalities in its student body, and over 20 on the teaching staff. The cultural and linguistic diversity of its 440 students is guaranteed by selective admissions with no more than 10% of students from any country. This multinational mix creates a special and very friendly campus atmosphere, as well as enhancing global awareness and international understanding.
Academics
In addition to promoting bilingualism and biculturalism, Le Rosey offers a broad academic programme and range of IB and “Pre-Bac” subjects, with an exceptionally strong tradition in foreign languages. Class sizes are small and the main campus in Rolle is particularly well equipped. All students without exception sit the full diploma of the IB or the French “bac”; results are excellent (IB/French bac average of 36+ points), and all students go on to universities in the USA, UK and across the world, with well over 30% to the Ivy League, Ivy league Plus, Oxbridge, and top-ranked universities across the world.
Sports, Arts and Expeditions
Le Rosey is committed to holistic educational principles. An exceptionally varied, sports, expedition, arts and cultural programme takes full advantage of facilities which include riding stables, a sailing centre, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a fitness and “wellness” centre. There is also a strong winter sports tradition. The school boasts an exceptional state-of-the-art Arts and Learning Centre and 900-seat concert hall (www.roseyconcerthall.ch) on its Rolle campus.
Safeguarding and Wellbeing Statement
Institut Le Rosey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. All new employees are required to undertake a security clearance, which includes providing criminal records reports as well as a special excerpt from the Swiss criminal records for people working with children.
Diversity Statement
Le Rosey is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through valuing diversity. Staff, students, and teachers work toward the furthering of an inclusive and supportive environment. As such, we encourage and welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
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