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Le Rosey - Chemistry Teacher IB Diploma Chemistry and Science
School: Le Rosey Institute
Position start date: 01 September 2027
Application closing date: 23 November 2026
Terms: 100% and Permanent Position
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Founded in 1880, Institut Le Rosey offers a rounded bilingual education in English and/or French for 440 students aged 8-18, leading to the IB Diploma and French baccalauréat. It also offers a unique two-campus system through its move from a 75-acre château setting by Lake Geneva to the school’s alpine campus every winter term. An IB World School, Le Rosey is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and MSA.
An International Mission
Le Rosey is a highly international community, with well over 60 nationalities in its student body, and over 20 on the teaching staff. The cultural and linguistic diversity of its 440 students is guaranteed by selective admissions, with no more than 10% of students from any country. This multinational mix creates a special and very friendly campus atmosphere, as well as enhancing global awareness and international understanding.
Academics
In addition to promoting bilingualism and biculturalism, Le Rosey offers a broad academic programme and range of IB and “Pre-Bac” subjects, with an exceptionally strong tradition in foreign languages. Class sizes are small, and the main campus in Rolle is particularly well equipped. All students without exception sit the full diploma of the IB or the French “bac”; results are excellent (IB/French bac average of 36+ points), and all students go on to universities in the USA, UK and across the world, with well over 30% to the Ivy League, Ivy league Plus, Oxbridge, and top-ranked universities across the world.
Find out more at https://www.rosey.ch/
ABOUT THE POSITION
Institut Le Rosey seeks a Chemistry teacher to teach IB Diploma Chemistry and science to students ages 11-16, starting in late August 2027. You'll join a large, well-resourced science department that recently moved into Philo, our purpose-built science and innovation center. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who enjoys working with motivated students and who wants genuine scope to shape and develop Chemistry education within a highly international school community.
We welcome applications from teachers with IB, A Level, or equivalent experience. IB experience is an advantage, but not essential, as full IB training will be provided where needed.
The role
Teach IB Diploma Chemistry.
Teach science from age 11 up to 16 within our bespoke Pre-IB programme,
Contribute to curriculum development and share ideas and good practice with colleagues.
Contribute to curriculum development and share ideas and good practice with colleagues.
Contribute to the ongoing development of practical work, enrichment activities and innovative approaches to science teaching.
Support students beyond the syllabus through clubs, competitions and trips.
Play an active part in boarding life, if the post is residential.
What we’re looking for
A degree in Chemistry or a related subject.
Experience teaching Chemistry at IB, A level or equivalent.
Willingness to teach general science across our Pre-IB programme.
A growth mindset towards students’ progress in Science and Chemistry.
A team-supportive attitude and a genuine enjoyment of working with colleagues in collaborative projects.
Boarding experience is an advantage but not a requirement. French is not required, but would be a bonus.
A recognised teaching qualification.
Desired Profile
Passion for education and a collaborative approach to planning teaching and learning
Enthusiastic and dynamic personality
Community spirit: teamwork, communication, and active participation in boarding school life
French speaker, or willingness to learn French up to DELF B1 level
Adaptability and openness
Driver’s license
What we offer
A competitive salary.
Accommodation and meals provided, in return for boarding duties should the post be residential.
Fantastic new teaching facilities in Rolle with stunning views of the Alps and Lake Leman.
Small class sizes that allow teachers to know their students well and provide individual academic support.
A substantial professional development budget, supporting IB training, subject-specific courses, leadership development and wider professional interests.
Opportunities to take students on enriching extracurricular trips and experiences.
A supportive and collaborative department where colleagues regularly share ideas, resources and good practice.
Free tuition for staff children, subject to admissions requirements.
French lessons up to B1 level.
A ski pass, in return for ski duties during the winter term.
The opportunity to live and work in Switzerland, with its outstanding quality of life, excellent public services, excellent transport links and exceptional access to outdoor activities throughout the year.
The department
You’ll join a team of 13 science teachers and three full-time technicians in a well-funded, well-equipped department. We teach in Philo, our purpose-built science and innovation centre, which offers among the most impressive science facilities found in any school setting. Classrooms sit directly opposite two 300 m² mega-labs, supported by dedicated mini-labs for long-term investigations.
Our technicians play a central role in the department, supporting practical work and helping teachers bring new ideas to life. Their expertise allows colleagues the time and flexibility to experiment, innovate and develop creative solutions to teaching and learning challenges.
Many of our students regularly go well beyond the syllabus and show their passion for science. Every year we enter teams in the Physics Olympiad, iGEM and the Earth Prize, and colleagues are encouraged to get involved. There are also a range of student-run science clubs and staff-led Science Beyond School activities, including our annual Women in STEM Day. If a member of staff has a strong idea for a new club, competition, project or enrichment activity, funding is available to help make it happen.
Our students are ambitious, internationally minded and intellectually curious. Teachers who enjoy working with highly motivated young people will find exceptional opportunities to extend learning well beyond the classroom.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply via TES, including the names of three referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. The closing date is Monday 23rd November. Early applications are encouraged, as we may interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to appoint before the deadline expires.
Applications must include a CV on the TES platform.