Sports Teacher

WHO WE ARE

Collège du Léman is one of Switzerland’s most prestigious international schools, located on the edge of Lake Geneva in view of the Swiss Alps.​ We welcome children from 2 to 18 years old to become part of a truly international community with more than 120 different nationalities. Our vision is to shape generations that harness differences and empower our students to change the world for the better.

We nurture individual strengths through our outstanding educators and the sheer breadth of opportunities that we offer as part of our curriculum and activities.

Collège du Léman is part of the Nord Anglia Education family of more than 80 premium schools, educating students in over 30 countries.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As a Physical Education / Sports Teacher at Collège du Léman, you are responsible for the management of classes by creating a safe and dynamic learning environment, a positive class approach in which students are encouraged to pursue their interests and to have positive experiences that will lead to healthy and lifelong participation in physical activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide structured lessons by maintaining a stable pace, motivation and stimulation,
• Maintain discipline in accordance with school procedures and encourage good practices in terms of punctuality, behaviour, working standards and duties,
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing Professional Development:
  • Evaluate one’s own teaching to improve its effectiveness,
  • Stay up to date on the latest teaching methods and skills,
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and deliver coherent units of work,
• Communicate and consult with parents as appropriate,
• Teach/Coach extracurricular activities,
• Organise and participate in special events / competition teams.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in P.E. or related field,
• Relevant teaching experience mainly in primary/elementary, but also in middle and/or high school,
• Advanced coaching experience and skills in football and/or basketball - volleyball is a plus,
• Ability to work collaboratively within the School and Athletics Team,
• International and independent school experience preferred,
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office, knowledge of social media, and advanced administrative skills,
• High level of both French and English.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong motivational skills
• Possess patience and extensive knowledge of all areas of physical education and sports,
• Commitment to excellence within our school and department,
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of interactive methodologies/teaching strategies,
• Vigorously follow the School’s and Athletics department’s guidelines and curriculum,
• Impeccable integrity, nurturing, can-do attitude, flexibility, and willingness to adapt to irregular working hours,
• Understanding of and commitment to childhood social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual development within an international school.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

It is important that the post holder is always aware of Child Protection guidelines and observes a professional distance from students whilst still developing effective working and caring relationships.

You understand and embrace the importance of diversity and inclusion and stand against discrimination in any form.

Background investigations and reference checks for the past ten years will be conducted during the selection process.