IB MYP and DP Design and Computer Science teacher
Founded in 1924, the Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) welcomes 4,500 students aged 3 to 18, representing more than 130 nationalities. Our 1,250 staff from all over the world work on our three campuses (La Grande Boissière and Campus des Nations in Geneva, La Châtaigneraie in the canton of Vaud).
In our 7 schools, our students benefit from international teaching and bilingual supervision of the highest quality.
To fulfil our mission of "Educating students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together", every member of staff can draw inspiration from our hundred years of experience, our constant drive to innovate, and our strong humanitarian values. Through our Ecolint Institute, we are committed to provide our staff with excellent professional development opportunities.
The La Châtaigneraie Campus is set amidst the picturesque rolling farms and villages of Founex overlooking Lake Geneva not far from the city. With a mix of historic and new buildings, the campus is split into a Primary and Secondary school with a combined total of around 1600 students. We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School while also offering our students the option to complete the Swiss Maturité. Our programmes are based on the IB’s ‘Learner Profile’, a set of ideals that inspire, motivate and focus the work of the school and help students to become more thoughtful, grounded, responsible and caring global citizens. Fostering these qualities is at the heart of all we do. The international team of educators is devoted to supporting and celebrating a diverse population of students.
La Châtaigneraie (Secondary)
IB MYP AND DP DIGITAL DESIGN AND/OR COMPUTER SCIENCE TEACHER
60% to 90% (12h to 16h per week)
Temporary contract - initially for 2 months but could be extended until the end of the school year
Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for planning, preparing and delivering engaging, challenging and fully inclusive Digital Design and/or Computer Science lessons to Middle and/or Secondary School students.
- Understand and have experience with project based learning in, graphic design, educational robotics, Python programming, 3D printing, web design etc…
Personal requirements:
- A computer related degree and teaching qualification
- Experience teaching High School Computer Science, MYP Digital Design, Coding, Web Design, Educational Robotics, or a related field in an international setting is an advantage
- Willingness to contribute to enrichment activities such as supervision of Extended Essays and or running an afterschool robotics club
- Experience as IB DP Computer Science teacher or MYP Digital Design will be an advantage
- Experience using some of the following educational tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Tinkercad, Scratch, Lego or Thymio Robotics, Python, HTML/CSS
- Fluency in English. English - French bilingualism is to be considered a substantial advantage
- Excellent classroom management and organizational skills
- Enthusiasm and creativity with a passion for teaching and learning and a drive to achieve the highest possible standards for all students
- A caring, sensitive attitude towards students: an outstanding and inspirational teacher
- Excellent communication skills with colleagues and parents
Candidates are required to apply online by sending their CV, three references, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer, that may be followed at the point of interview and a covering letter addressed to Soraya Sayed Hassen, Campus and Secondary Principal, International School of Geneva, La Chataigneraie, by 16 November 2025, mentioning the reference number 200 006.
Note
The Ecole Internationale de Genève values and encourages diversity among its staff. We therefore welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous checks on their prior conduct with regard to Child Protection as appropriate to their position, including reference checking with previous employers and the relevant authorities.