Geography Teacher

Details
Location

9000 St.Gallen, Switzerland

Contract Type

Full Time

Salary

Competitive

Job Description

Summary:

Join a school as a Geography Teacher with experience in AP, A-Level, and IB programmes.

About the School:

A school with a long-standing reputation for excellence in education offers a unique, individualised learning experience for students from around the world. It fosters intellectual curiosity, innovation, and global citizenship through a diverse range of academic and co-curricular opportunities.

The Opportunity:

As a Geography Teacher, you will have the opportunity to inspire intellectually ambitious students and contribute to a dynamic and innovative academic environment. You will play a key role in shaping the school’s Geography curriculum and supporting students across a range of international qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach Geography across the secondary school, including International GCSE, A-Level, IB, and AP programmes.
  • Engage students in inquiry-based and interdisciplinary learning, integrating contemporary geographical debates and spatial analysis.
  • Support the development and delivery of the Rosenberg International Curriculum®.
  • Contribute to the school’s Talent & Enrichment programme and wider academic life.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in a high-performing department to enhance teaching and learning.
  • Adapt instruction to meet the needs of highly motivated and diverse international learners.
  • Demonstrate leadership in developing and implementing innovative teaching initiatives.
  • Maintain a consistent record of outstanding academic outcomes and effective classroom management.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

  • Appropriate degree with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
  • Relevant teaching experience in secondary or international school contexts.
  • Ability to teach across International GCSE, A-Level, IB, and AP programmes.
  • Proven track record of guiding students to outstanding results in external examinations.
  • Strong commitment to the values and ethos of the school.

Preferred

  • Experience with IB or A-Level programmes.
  • Familiarity with the Rosenberg International Curriculum®.
  • Experience with inquiry-based and interdisciplinary teaching methods.
  • Ability to integrate fieldwork and spatial analysis into Geography instruction.
  • Experience contributing to co-curricular and enrichment programmes.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Attractive merit-based remuneration package.
  • Collaborative colleagues committed to excellence in education.
  • Exceptional facilities and a truly international working environment.