Biology Teacher

Biology Teacher

Mauritius
Labourdonnais Village
Mapou
Northfields International High School Limited

Reporting into: Head of Faculty- Sciences
Full Time/Part Time: Permanent/Fixed Term
Starting Date: 14 January 2025
Closing Date for Applications: 30 October 2024
Languages Required English

Northfields is seeking to appoint a Biology Teacher to join us on 14 January 2025.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please complete the Application Form at the end of this advert, you will not be considered for the position if the application form is not completed.
• Please send a covering letter, the completed application and a copy of your resumé to the following email address: careers@northfields.school
• Your resume will be reviewed and if you meet the criteria, we will contact you for an interview.

All applicants will be expected to provide some if not all of the following (i) a supporting statement clearly outlining why they are interested in the position and school (ii) a CV with their details and history of employment and achievements (iii) at least two referees from a recent/current appointment.

“Inspiring Academic Excellence Across 5 Continents”
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.

In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student’s academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment. By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world’s most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL
Northfields International School is a premier independent co-educational day school in Mauritius that provides an English-medium education for over 1200 boys and girls aged between 18 months and 18 years. Northfields is well known for its traditional values, family atmosphere, and sustained emphasis on the holistic development of each student. Excellence and leadership skills are fostered through their rigorous programme of academic study combined with dynamic and varied extracurricular activities and service as action programmes. Northfields is committed to inspiring our diverse learning community to make a positive impact as active global citizens.

The Northfields campus in Labourdonnais is situated on owned freehold property and incorporates numerous subject classrooms, dedicated science labs, computer suites, art studios, a design and Special Education Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support rooms. Northfields offers internationally recognised educational programmes and qualifications for Montessori, Cambridge, and International Baccalaureate. The curriculum progression in the school begins with Montessori Pre-Nursery, followed by either the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) at NIPS or the Montessori Programme at NIMS. Students from both Primary Schools may progress to Secondary School at NIHS, where they follow the 5-year IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Years 7-11, culminating with the Cambridge IGCSE examination at the end of Year 11. Students in Sixth Form then follow the 2-year IB Diploma Programme (DP).

All students are encouraged to develop a variety of talents and skills that complement their academic subjects, including cultural, sporting, and service activities. Middle School students engage in Service as Action, and a large number of older students participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme. Our senior students are encouraged to continue participating in a variety of sporting, cultural, and service activities through the IBDP programme and to develop their leadership skills as Prefects or through other leadership roles in the school community.

Apart from being an authorised IB World School, the quality of Northfields is further bolstered through the school’s accreditation with the Council of International Schools (CIS) and memberships with the Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa (ISASA) and the Association of Internationals Schools in Arica (AISA). Northfields is registered and licensed in Mauritius with the Ministry of Gender Equality & Welfare for our Pre-Nursery, with the Early Childhood Care and Education Authority (ECCEA) and the Ministry of education and Human Resources for both Primary Schools and the Private Secondary Education Authority (PSEA) for our Secondary School.

WHY APPLY
“Be at the forefront of International Education”.
When you join Inspired, you become part of a unique global community of passionate professionals, with unrivalled access to extensive guidance, support and advice all focused on creating a culture of excellence in education.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The most collaborative environment, at every level, that you will find anywhere.
• Excellent resources
• Excellent professional development within the Inspired group and a global network of over 80 schools to learn alongside
• At the leading edge of independent school thinking.
• A culture of excellence.
• Network of opportunities &
• Competitive package.

ROLE SUMMARY & JOB PURPOSE

• To be responsible to carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school’s policies.
• To be expected to demonstrate a thorough curriculum knowledge, effective teaching and assessing practices, engagement in continuing professional development and facilitation of high student achievement.
• To contribute to raising standards of student achievement in MYP, IGCSE, IBDP by teaching a timetable of lessons and supporting the Teachers in the achievement of whole school and department goals as stated in the department’s strategic plan.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning, Teaching and Class Management

• Teach allocated students by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed.
• Setting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest.
• Setting appropriate and challenging expectations.
• Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment.
• Being aware of and make provision for students who have particular individual needs.
• Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
• making effective use of assessment and ensuring coverage of programmes of study.
• Ensuring effective teaching and best use of available time.
• Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school’s procedures and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework.
• Using a variety of teaching methods to:
• match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary
• use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, give attention to errors and misconceptions
• select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, ICT and other sources.
• Ensuring students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught.
• Evaluating own teaching critically to improve effectiveness.
• Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support.
• Liaising with the Head of Faculty to ensure the implementation of department policy and best practice.
• Contributing to curriculum development and helping to identify clear targets and success criteria for ongoing development and / or maintenance.
• Contributing to after school activity lessons according to School’s policies.

Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting

• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching;
• Mark and monitor students’ work and set targets for progress;
• Assess and record students’ progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving;
• Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies, faculty and school procedures;
• Prepare and present informative reports to parents;
• Participate in Parents Meetings to provide relevant and constructive feedback to students and parents on achievement and progress

Pastoral Duties

• Be a Homeroom Teacher to an assigned group of students (optional)
• Promote the general progress and well-being of individual students and of the Class Tutor Group as a whole;
• Liaise with the Assistant Principal for Student Life and Wellbeing and Year Group Leader to ensure the implementation of the school’s pastoral system;
• Register students, accompany them to assemblies, encourage their full attendance at all lessons and their participation in other aspects of school life;
• Contribute to the preparation of action plans and progress files and other reports;
• Alert appropriate staff to problems experienced by students and make recommendations as to how these may be resolved;
• Communicate, as appropriate, with parents of students after consultation with appropriate staff.
• Contribute to PSHE according to school policy (Form tutors only)

Other Professional Requirements

• Have a working knowledge of teachers’ professional duties and legal liabilities.
• Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school.
• Know subject(s) or specialism(s) to enable effective teaching.
• Take account of wider curriculum developments.
• Establish effective working relationships and set a good example through presentation and personal and professional conduct.
• Endeavour to give every student the opportunity to reach their potential.
• Co-operate with other staff to ensure a sharing and effective usage of resources to the benefit of the school, faculty and students.
  Contribute to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in meetings and management systems necessary to
• Coordinate the management of the school.
• Contribute fully to faculty and inter-house events.
• Take part in marketing and information activities such as Open Days, Information Evenings and other events.
• Take responsibility for own professional development and duties in relation to school policies and practices.
• Liaise effectively with parents and other members of the learning community

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual responsibility undertaken may not be identified. The duties outlined above are not intended as a restrictive list and may be extended or altered to include other tasks that are commensurate with the role as directed Senior Management.

Inspired Required Teaching Standards
A full outline of Teaching standards are available on request

• Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback
• A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness
• Excellent preparation and planning
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance
  Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare

Skills and previous experience

• A minimum of 2/3/4/5 years’ experience with students in Secondary Section
• Confidence with use of ICT in teaching
• Previous experience with MYP, IGCSE, IBDP Programmes
• Previous experience in a high-performing international school

Qualifications and Accreditations

Either

• University degree (bachelor’s degree or higher) in subject area

Post Graduate Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
or

• B.Ed. in subject area

Personal Competencies and Attributes

• An unwavering commitment to the development of students
• A demonstrable passion for the profession
• Excellent organizational skills
• A positive attitude to change
• An excellent classroom practitioner
  •A continuous improvement mindset

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and if successful you are expected to share this commitment. The protection of our students’ welfare is the responsibility of all staff and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles and values of our organization.

Any successful applications will also be required to undergo rigorous child protection screening including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check/Police Clearance as well as completing any relevant safeguarding assessments.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT
Inspired Education is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Inspired makes hiring decisions based solely the skills, experiences and attributes needed to continue to deliver excellence.

Northfields International School, in line with the Data Protection (Data Protection Act 2017 – Mauritius) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect the personal information that will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.