Teacher of Economics/Business & Management Studies
The British School of Costa Rica
Costa Rica
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 19 November 2024
Job overview
The British School of Costa Rica is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and dynamic Teacher of Economics/Business & Management Studies to join our secondary teaching faculty in January of 2025.
The successful candidate will join a stable and friendly teaching faculty that provides ongoing support and professional development. With an average class size of approximately 18 students, the candidate will be expected to facilitate student-centred learning experiences in the subject of Geography to students aged 11 to 18.
The British School of Costa Rica
Since opening its doors in 1981 the British School has been focused on delivering a high-quality education to local and international students resident in Costa Rica.
Mission:
The BSCR is dedicated to developing globally aware, multilingual, lifelong learners with the key skills to fulfill their potential
Vision:
The BSCR will be a leader in educational innovation with a culture of excellence characterised by personalised learning
Values:
Creativity, Honesty, Independence, Respect, Responsibility
Our student body of approximately 720 students (Pre-K to Y12) follow a learning continuum of international and national curricula including: IEYC, IPC, IGCSE and the IB Diploma.
Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and the Costa Rican Ministry of Education (MEP), the British School prides itself on developing students with the skill set to enter the best universities around the world.
Living and Working in Costa Rica
As the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose is the political, economic and social heart of the country. Known internationally for peace and its high standards of living, Costa Rica offers a variety of life experiences including a vibrant cultural scene, beautiful beaches, tropical rainforests and a comfortable year-round climate.
Please see that attached document for a detalied job description and person specification for this post.
To make a formal application please send a copy of your CV and a letter of application of no more than 300 words to: staff.applications@bscr.ed.cr
Attached documents
About The British School of Costa Rica
- The British School of Costa Rica
- Av. 37, Santa Catalina
- San Jose
- Costa Rica
The British School of Costa Rica is an independent, bilingual, international school in San José, Costa Rica. The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and authorized by the Costa Rican Ministry of Education. It offers an International Education system, including the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) delivered mainly in English and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma delivered in both Spanish and English. The School holds an Independent Operator's license for the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for Young People.
Located in a pleasant, western, suburban area of the capital city, San Jose, purpose-built school facilities have been constructed since 1986 on a 2.2 hectare site. Facilities include: 5 Senior School Science Laboratories, 1 Primary Activities/Science Room, 2 Makerspaces, 1 Art Salon and Studio, a 300-seat Auditorium / Theatre, a 1200 sq. metre gymnasium and a Dance Salon. The School serves a mainly local population but overall counts with 24 different nationalities among its students. The teaching staff is composed mainly of experienced and qualified British, Canadian, Australian and Costa Rican teachers; overall, 8 different nationalities are represented.
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