Odyssey of the Mind Coach
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.
La Châtaigneraie campus, located in Founex, offers a unique multicultural environment where pedagogical innovation is at the heart of every activity. Our mission is to educate students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together.
La Châtaigneraie
ODYSSEY OF THE MIND COACH
La Châtaigneraie Campus – Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA)
Inspire creativity and team spirit by guiding our students as they develop innovative solutions for the Odyssey of the Mind challenges.
Key Facts:
- Campus: La Châtaigneraie – Founex
- Department: Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) – Culture & Leisure
- Contract type: 1-year contract
- Rate: Part-time (2 hours per week)
- Start date: September 2026
- Reference: 500 027
Why this role is important:
We are seeking a positive and enthusiastic coach for the "Odyssey of the Mind" programme. In this role, your primary mission is not to provide the answers, but to foster creativity and empower children to take full ownership of their solutions. You will help students decode complex problems and develop the collaboration skills essential for their future as global citizens.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
- Conduct brainstorming sessions for both Long-Term and Spontaneous problems.
- Encourage students to take responsibility for their actions and choices as a team.
- Help the team work effectively together and teach the fundamental principles of collaborative effort.
Who we are looking for:
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience with children (as a parent, within a school community, or in coaching/animation) is highly preferred.
- Good knowledge of both English and French is required, as the activity is primarily conducted in English.
Personal Attributes
- A positive, enthusiastic, and creative personality.
- The ability to foster ownership, allowing children to develop their own solutions without adult interference.
- Excellent rapport with children and a genuine enjoyment of working with them.
How to apply:
Candidates are requested to apply online via our recruitment platform, including:
- An up-to-date CV
- A letter of motivation
- The contact details for three references (including your current or most recent employer).
The application should be addressed to Mrs Florence Guilbaud, Culture & Leisure Coordinator, International School of Geneva, by 29 May 2026, quoting reference number 500 027.
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.