Job Opportunity: Teacher of Visual Arts
We are seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Visual Arts to join our prestigious all-through 4-18 international boarding school nestled in the stunning Swiss Alps. This is a unique opportunity to engage with students and foster their creativity in a vibrant educational environment.
Main Duties
- Teach across a diverse age and ability range, tailoring lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Contribute to the wider school community by participating in sporting events, extracurricular activities, and various enrichment programs.
- Collaborate with the Creative Arts & Design Department.
- Engage in the dynamic boarding life of the school.
- Pursue opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Mentor a small group of learners, monitoring their achievements and well-being.
- Oversee the management of departmental resources, ensuring a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
- Demonstrate a clear commitment to safeguarding all young people.
- Complete necessary subject-related administration and participate in departmental meetings.
- Follow the school’s assessment and reporting processes, and attend parents’ meetings as required.
Person Specification
- 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 genuine passion for the subject that inspires and engages others.
- A willingness to embrace developments and innovations in teaching and learning, experimenting with new practices.
- Capability to supervise learners engaged in the MYP Personal Project or the DP Extended Essay.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with English being the mother tongue.
- A shared educational vision with La Garenne International School, including our holistic approach to education and a desire to contribute to co-curricular and pastoral life.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues and school leadership.
- Proficiency in ICT, with a willingness to embrace new technologies.
- A positive outlook and optimistic attitude towards change and development, complemented by a good sense of humour.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.