Teacher of philosophy (ib dp and year 11) - sabbatical leave replacement for 1 year

Secondary School

Deliver engaging, rigorous, and inquiry-driven Philosophy courses to Year 11 and IB Diploma Programme students (SL and HL) as a sabbatical leave replacement.

Quick facts

• Campus : La Grande Boissière (Genève)
• Department : Secondary School (Humanities)
• Rate : Full-time (24 periods per week / 100%)
• Start date : 30.08.2027
• Reference : 300 037

About Ecolint & La Grande Boissière 

Founded in 1924, the Geneva International School (Ecolint) is the world’s first international school, serving 4,500 students from 130 nationalities. The La Grande Boissière (LGB) campus is located in central Geneva, combining 18th-century heritage with cutting-edge STEM and arts facilities. It serves nearly 1,900 students and incorporates our Universal Learning Programme (ULP), developed with UNESCO, to ground learning in globally relevant, high-impact skills.

Your role and responsibilities

LGB has a thriving Philosophy department. The successful candidate will maintain these high standards by inspiring students to critically analyze fundamental questions regarding ethics, human nature, and political philosophy while developing their analytical, argumentation, and essay writing skills.

• Teach Philosophy to Year 11 classes and IB Diploma Programme students (SL and HL), planning and delivering dynamic, inquiry-based lessons.
• Prepare IB DP students thoroughly for all assessment components, including external examinations and the Philosophy Internal Assessment.
• Update and refine curriculum schemes of work and assessment tasks aligned with IB criteria and Ecolint’s pedagogical standards.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and differentiated support; connect philosophical inquiry to real-world global challenges, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and cross-curricular humanities themes.
• Record and report on student progress, maintaining regular communication with parents, mentors, and leadership.
• Participate actively in subject-group meetings, moderation, pedagogical planning, mentor responsibilities, parent-teacher evenings, and extracurricular initiatives.

Who we are looking for

Skills and Experience

• Relevant University degree in Philosophy (or equivalent discipline) combined with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE).
• Proven experience teaching Philosophy within the IB Diploma Programme (SL and HL) or equivalent (e.g., A-Level, Year 11, IGCSE/GCSE).
• In-depth knowledge of the IB Philosophy guide, assessment criteria, and current educational methodologies is desirable.
• Ability to teach another subject is considered an asset.
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Knowledge of French (or willingness to learn) is an advantage, given Ecolint's bilingual context.

Personal attributes

• Student-centred teaching approach that encourages open dialogue, critical thinking, and respectful debate.
• Strong organizational, collaborative, and digital communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural, fast-paced educational environment.

How to apply

Candidates are asked to apply online via our recruitment platform, including:

• An up-to-date CV.
• A cover letter.
• The contact details of three references (including your current or most recent employer).

The application should be addressed to Mr Jonathan Halden, La Grande Boissière Secondary School Principal, International School of Geneva, before Friday 20 November 2026, mentioning reference number 300 037.

Please note that only applications submitted via our website will be considered: https://www.ecolint.ch/fr/our-school/jobs.

Child Protection and Diversity

The International School of Geneva values and promotes diversity among its staff. As such, we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The School is deeply committed to protecting and promoting the well-being of children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks and child protection screenings appropriate to their position, including reference checks with former employers and relevant authorities.