Teacher of Physics

ROLE SUMMARY:

King's College Latvia is an International School situated on the outskirts of the culturally vibrant capital city of Riga.

Established six years ago, King's College Latvia has seen rapid growth in student numbers. The school has excellent sporting facilities for its size including outside sports areas, two swimming pools, a weights gym, a dance room and a large multi-purpose indoor gymnasium. We actively encourage experiential learning outside the classroom and frequently use a private forest situated near the school grounds to support curricular learning.

As one of the leading international schools within the Baltics, we are committed to high academic achievement, alongside exceptional pastoral care. Our team share these core values and are committed to implementing our vision of excellence across the school. 

We are looking for a Teacher of Physics with possible Head of Department role to join us in August 2024 for the academic year of 2024/25.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan prepare and present interesting and exciting Physics lessons.

• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.

• Behave in a professional manner regarding punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.

• Evaluate, reflect on and refine teaching practice.

• Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.

• Produce resources of a high standard for students.

• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.

• Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.

• The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A proactive and independent attitude to work 

• Displays growth mindset and is solution focused

• A life long learner who is committed to their own personal development

• A positive team oriented attitude

• A “learner focused” teacher who is passionate about their subject

• An innovative practitioner who embraces technology and new thinking in their teaching

• A commitment to integration within Latvian culture and to incorporate the local events into teaching

• A friendly and warm demeanor 

• A whole school attitude which means that recognition is shown to all

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.