Teacher of Philosophy (IB DP and Year 11) – Sabbatical Leave Replacement

About the role

La Grande Boissière, the secondary school campus of the International School of Geneva (Ecolint), is looking for a full-time teacher of Philosophy to replace a colleague on sabbatical leave. The post covers Year 11 and IB Diploma Programme students (Standard Level and Higher Level) and runs from 30 August 2027. The school is based in central Geneva.

Key responsibilities

• Teach Philosophy to Year 11 classes and IB DP students (SL and HL), planning and delivering dynamic, inquiry-based lessons.
• Prepare IB DP students for all assessment components, including external examinations and the Philosophy Internal Assessment.
• Update and refine curriculum schemes of work and assessment tasks aligned with IB criteria and the school's pedagogical standards.
• Give timely, constructive feedback and differentiated support, linking philosophical inquiry to real-world global challenges, TOK and cross-curricular humanities themes.
• Record and report on student progress and keep regular contact with parents, mentors and leadership.
• Take part in subject-group meetings, moderation, pedagogical planning, mentor duties, parent-teacher evenings and extracurricular activities.

Required profile

• University degree in Philosophy (or equivalent discipline) together with a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE).
• Proven experience teaching Philosophy in the IB Diploma Programme (SL and HL) or an equivalent level (A-Level, Year 11, IGCSE/GCSE).
• In-depth knowledge of the IB Philosophy guide, assessment criteria and current educational methods is desirable.
• Ability to teach another subject is an asset.
• Excellent English; knowledge of French or willingness to learn it is an advantage.
• Student-centred approach, strong organisational and digital communication skills, and ability to thrive in a multicultural, fast-paced environment.

Candidates apply online through the school's recruitment platform, with an up-to-date CV, a cover letter and the contact details of three references, addressed to the principal and citing reference number 300 037. Applications must be received by 20 November 2026; only applications submitted through the website are considered. Selected candidates undergo background checks and child protection screening.