Teacher of Physics / Teacheress of Physics

La Garenne School SA - April 23, 2026

Main Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Teach across a diverse age and ability range, adapting lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Contribute to the broader school community by participating in sporting events, extracurricular activities (ECAs), and other enrichment opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the Science Department.
  • Engage in the boarding life, fostering a supportive environment for students.
  • Pursue continuous professional development to enhance teaching practices.
  • Mentor a small group of learners, monitoring their achievements and overall well-being.
  • Manage departmental resources, ensuring a safe, clean, and organized working environment at all times.
  • Demonstrate a clear commitment to safeguarding the well-being of all young people.
  • Handle subject-related administrative tasks as necessary and actively participate in departmental meetings.
  • Follow the school’s assessment and reporting protocols and attend parents’ meetings as required.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

  • A good honours degree and/or a further degree in a directly-related subject.
  • A strong commitment to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  • A passion for their subject, with the ability to inspire and engage others.
  • Readiness to embrace advancements and innovations in teaching and learning, with a willingness to experiment with new practices.
  • Experience supervising learners completing the MYP Personal Project or the DP Extended Essay.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with English as a mother tongue.
  • An alignment with the educational vision of La Garenne International School, supporting its holistic view of education while contributing to co-curricular and pastoral life.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and collaborating effectively with colleagues and school leadership.
  • High ICT competence and a readiness to embrace new technologies.
  • A positive outlook, an optimistic approach to change and development, and a good sense of humour.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Chesières
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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