PE Teacher
Montreux, CH
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.
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 12,000 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:
St George's International School is a co-educational, independent school, accredited by CIS and located at the foot of the mountains and at the doorstep of the lake, the school offers a unique school setting at the heart of the Swiss Riviera with an extraordinary workplace environment.
Around 400 students between the ages of 18 months and 18 years are registered here (day students and boarders from age 10+ coming from more than 60 nationalities). Children are recognized as individuals with unique skills to celebrate and given tailored support and guidance at each stage of their school career. Our structure of Early Learning School, Junior School, Middle School and Senior School means that every year group works with professionals who specialize and enjoy working with the students in their care.
The unique St George’s philosophy and our formula for success are based to a large degree on the quality and depth of our International curricula (Cambridge International Primary School, Cambridge Lower, IGCSE & IB Diploma), cultural and sporting activities and especially our dynamic and creative teaching staff, fully recognizing that what goes on in the classroom between teacher and student strongly influences the success of the school.
WHAT WE OFFER
- The most collaborative environment, at every level, that you will find anywhere;
- Excellent resources;
- Excellent professional development within the Inspired group and a global network of over 70 schools to learn alongside;
- At the leading edge of independent school thinking;
- A culture of excellence;
- Network of opportunities;
- Competitive package;
- Lunches at the canteen offered to employees every day;
- Free parking;
- Our campus is located at the foot of the mountains and at the gateway to the lake and offers a unique school setting in the heart of the Swiss Riviera.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach academic curriculum to students who follow our Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme in our Middle School (Yrs 6 to 9) and Senior School (Yrs 10 to 13);
- Coach a variety of typical school sports to students in this age range;
- Contribute to the sport provision in our Junior School (Years 3-5);
- Manage one of the school’s successful sports academies;
- Ensure good supervision and discipline, through efficient planning and preparation which may include course outlines, curriculum and daily planning;
- Commit to delivering the curriculum in an engaging, inquiry-based manner that encourages explicit;
- Development of core skills and encompasses links to other subjects and the world outside the classroom;
- Practitioner with exceptional drive and energy, committed to working and contributing to part of a dynamic team;
- High expectations of him or herself and his/her students and is committed to ensuring every student has a positive learning experience;
- Adhere to departmental assessment policies and practices;
- Write reports as required by the school;
- Attend parent teacher/tutor conferences as required by the school;
- Attend meetings within the school’s planned schedule;
- Cover lessons if needed in case of the absence of a member of staff;
- Offer coaching to supplement the team sports offered at St George’s as part of the extra-curricular programme ;
- Act as tutor to a group of approximately 10 students taken from all sections of the senior school (Yr 7-Yr 13), taking an interest in their academic progress and welfare;
- Act as a role model for the students and as an ambassador for the school both in the way he/she behaves and observes the school’s dress code;
- Be a team player, relating well to colleagues and parents;
- Is internationally minded and supportive of our multilingual setting.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- A minimum of 3 years experience with students in a secondary school
- Experience of teaching IGCSE PE and IBDP Sport, Exercise and Health Science
- Experience in coaching school sport
- Confidence with use of ICT in teaching
- University degree in PE and/or in a related subject
- Certified Teaching Status
- Appropriate right to work in Switzerland
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.
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