Specialist Teacher - Physics & Mathematics

Inspired Schools•Saint George, UT

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Inspired Education Group is seeking a Physics and Mathematics teacher for the Senior School at St. George's International School in Clarens, Switzerland. The role reports to the Head of Mathematics Faculty and involves teaching Physics and Mathematics at A Level and/or IB Diploma, with the opportunity to teach IGCSE. The teacher will deliver engaging, inquiry-based instruction that makes abstract concepts accessible through practical work, modelling, and real-world applications. The role also includes supporting students’ academic progress, welfare, university and career pathways, and participation in the school’s pastoral and extracurricular programmes. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development and collaborative teaching practices, prepare students for external assessments, and support transitions into A Level and IB courses. They will work effectively in a multilingual and multicultural environment and uphold the school’s expectations for professional conduct and safeguarding.

Requirements

Proven experience teaching Physics and Mathematics at A Level and/or IB Diploma.
A degree in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
A recognised teaching qualification.
Strong knowledge of A Level and/or IB Diploma assessment requirements, including practical assessment, Internal Assessments, and Extended Essays.
Confidence teaching A Level Mathematics, ideally Further Mathematics, and/or IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation at SL and HL.
Ability to set clear expectations and ambitious goals and adapt teaching styles based on feedback to support student outcomes.
Strong assessment skills to evaluate student progress and provide actionable feedback.
Excellent preparation and planning skills.
Confidence integrating ICT into teaching, including data-logging, simulations, and graphing software.
Genuine care and attention to student welfare and ability to ensure a positive, supportive learning environment.
Experience teaching Senior School students aged 15–18 and confidence managing diverse classroom dynamics.
C2-level English proficiency or native equivalent.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; pre-employment background checks will be undertaken.

Nice To Haves

IGCSE teaching experience.
Confidence teaching A Level Further Mathematics.
Ability to offer an extracurricular club such as STEM, robotics, or Olympiad preparation.

Responsibilities

Teach Physics and Mathematics at A Level and/or IB Diploma, with the opportunity to teach IGCSE.
Deliver engaging, inquiry-based teaching that makes abstract concepts accessible through practical work, modelling, and real-world applications.
Plan and deliver practical and experimental work, ensuring laboratory activities are risk-assessed and conducted safely.
Prepare students for external assessments, including the A Level Physics practical endorsement, IB Internal Assessments, Mathematics exploration, and Extended Essays.
Contribute to Upper Senior School transition through prerequisite assessments and bridging work for students entering A Level and IB Physics and Mathematics.
Support students with STEM university and career pathways, including preparation for university admissions tests where appropriate.
Follow faculty assessment policies and practices; evaluate student progress and provide actionable feedback.
Attend parent-teacher or guardian conferences and meetings as required.
Write detailed and constructive reports on student progress in alignment with school policies.
Participate in team meetings and collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and teaching strategies, particularly in Science and Mathematics.
Cover classes when necessary in the absence of colleagues.
Act as a role model and represent the school positively while adhering to its dress code and behavioural expectations.
Contribute to a collaborative and supportive working environment as a dynamic team member.
Support students as a tutor and contribute to the pastoral life of the school.
Offer a club as part of the extracurricular programme, such as STEM, robotics, or Olympiad preparation.
Collaborate effectively in a multilingual and multicultural environment and demonstrate an international mindset.
Commit to continuous professional development and ongoing improvement.
Help safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.