Science Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

Picacho McGregor School is part of the Inspired Education Group, a leading global network of over 125 premium schools. Inspired provides a world-class education built around academic excellence, sports, performing arts, and character development, offering students exceptional opportunities to thrive both locally and globally.

As a member of the Picacho McGregor team, you will join a vibrant bilingual school community in Los Cabos while benefiting from the resources, collaboration, and professional development opportunities available through Inspired’s international network. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside outstanding educators worldwide and contribute to shaping confident, compassionate, and future-ready learners.

We seek an exceptional Science Teacher with a passion for education, dedication, creativity, and outstanding experience from the best schools worldwide.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality Science lessons in English for Secondary and High School students.
• Develop annual, semester, and weekly planning aligned with curriculum requirements, learning objectives, and school standards.
• Design engaging laboratory experiences, experiments, and inquiry-based projects that encourage students to apply the scientific method and higher-order thinking skills.
• Integrate scientific vocabulary, language development, and communication skills into daily instruction to support bilingual learning.
• Create a positive, safe, and respectful classroom environment that promotes student engagement, curiosity, and academic achievement.
• Assess student learning through a variety of methods, including examinations, projects, practical work, class participation, and ongoing formative assessment.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports continuous student growth and academic progress.
• Monitor student wellbeing, behaviour, and academic performance, communicating proactively with school leadership regarding any concerns or support needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and reporting records in accordance with school expectations and timelines.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to share best practices, support curriculum development, and contribute to whole-school initiatives.
• Participate actively in school events, professional development opportunities, meetings, supervision duties, and extracurricular activities.
• Promote and model the values of respect, responsibility, honesty, empathy, citizenship, and lifelong learning.
• Ensure all laboratory and classroom activities are conducted in accordance with health, safety, and safeguarding standards.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science Education, or a related scientific field.
• A recognised teaching qualification or pedagogical training.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience working with Secondary and/or High School students.
• Experience teaching Science through English or within a bilingual/international educational setting.
• Strong understanding of inquiry-based learning, scientific investigation, and laboratory practices.
• The ability to explain complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively in English.
• Excellent classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage planning, assessment, and reporting responsibilities effectively.
• Proficiency with educational technology, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and digital learning platforms.
• A commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and continuous professional development.

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.