English & Spanish Teacher

Job Description
We are seeking a full-time, experienced English and Spanish Language Coordinator to work with a diverse range of students from ages 11 - 18. Candidates will be committed and ambitious individuals with the ability to coordinate and deliver the language provision to students in small groups.
The successful candidate will be experienced in leading and delivering CPD to subject teachers and will monitor the delivery of Languages throughout the secondary school. Candidates must have experience of working with students with diverse learning needs and abilities.
Start date: As soon as possible Location: Switzerland

Candidate Requirements: ● Proven track record with at least 5 years’ Language school-based teaching experience (preferably in an international school) ● Qualified to Bachelor's Level (minimum) ● Recognised 120 hours English Language Teaching Qualification, i.e. Cambridge CELTA / DELTA or Trinity Certificate TESOL ● Knowledge of the CEFR and common language exams (KET, PET, FCE, IELTS) ● Experience in teaching pre-A1-B1 learners ● Experience of coordinating Language programme across the secondary school age range ● Experience in training and supporting classroom teachers in the delivery of EAL strategies within their subject areas

Main Duties:
● Coordinate the school's Language provision across the Secondary age ranges.
● Teach across the age and ability-range, adapting lessons to the needs of each individual.
● Contribute to wider school life by participating in sporting events, ECAs, and other enrichment activities.
● Seek to develop your own professional practice and development
● Clear commitment to the safeguarding of all young people.
● Completing any subject-related administration as needed and participating in and/or leading department meetings.
● Follow the school’s assessment and reporting processes and attend parents’ meetings as required

The Ideal Candidate:
● Embraces a commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion
● Is passionate about their subject and can enthuse others
● Embraces developments and innovations in teaching and learning and is willing to experiment with new practices
● Has excellent written and verbal communication skills with native level English
● Shares the educational vision of La Garenne International School including our holistic vision of education and is excited to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral aspects of life at the school
● Has strong interpersonal skills and can build relationships and collaborate with colleagues and school leadership
● Strong ICT competence and willing to embrace new technologies
● Possesses a positive outlook, an optimistic approach to change and development, and a good sense of humour

Benefits:
We are committed to ensuring that all of our teaching staff continue to develop themselves professionally and embrace new and innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The successful candidate will teach in our brand new Senior School campus in contemporary and bright teaching spaces which are equipped with the latest educational technology.

The school has a range of additional benefi ts including:
● The opportunity to live and work in a beautiful area with great connections to the rest of Europe
● A safe and secure environment in which to work
● The numerous outdoor activities that are on off er (particularly as Villars is a renowned ski resort)
● An opportunity to learn or improve your French
● To work in a school with an excellent reputation
● To be part of a growing school with opportunities for advancement
● Attractive working conditions
● Professional development opportunities
● Possibility to travel internationally
● Depending on availability, places for staff children
● Access to your own Macbook Air
● To teach in modern classrooms with the latest technology
● Approximately 15 weeks annual holiday spread throughout the year
● Annual ski pass and Free Access Card (many free activities and transport during the summer) off ered by the school for full time teaching staff

How to Apply
We welcome applicants who have a passion for education, who are ready to off er individual attention, participate in the life of the whole school and who will uphold our Guiding Principles.
La Garenne International School is fully committed to safeguarding the children and young people in our care. All new staff are subject to enhanced pre-employment clearance, including criminal records and Swiss Justice Department searches for people working with children, as well as identity, qualifi cations and employment verifi cation.

Please send the following documents by email to hr@la-garenne.ch or by post to the address below:
● Full curriculum vitae.
● A letter of application, preferably handwritten.
● A copy of your passport information page and/or Swiss work permit.
● Names and contact details of at least two referees for your last two jobs.
La Garenne International School
Human Resources
Chemin des Chavasses 23
1885 Chesières
Switzerland

Overview of Employee Benefits
● The opportunity to work in a beautiful location in the Swiss Alps.
● To work in a school with an excellent reputation.
● To be part of a growing school with opportunities for advancement.
● To join a team of well-qualifi ed and enthusiastic staff .
● An opportunity to improve your French.
● Use of the school gym.