secondary biology teacher - august 2025 - rome, italy

Secondary Biology Teacher

Location: Rome, Italy
Region: Europe
Required: August 2025
Curriculum: IB - MYP / iGCSE
Salary: Competitive within region
Contract: 1 year renewable to permanent

School Overview:

This school was founded in 1988 and offers an unparalleled and inclusive international education to students of all nationalities and faiths. The highly qualified teachers motivate and inspire students to become lifelong learners, helping them to identify and develop their unique skills and talents. The school's educational philosophy is to teach its students to "learn how to learn". Students are open-minded, independent learners capable of working successfully both as individuals and in cooperation with others.
The school is part of one of the leading international K12 education groups in the world, with a network of 65+ premium bilingual and international schools, as well as online programmes, educating 40,000 students in 11 countries.

Location Overview:

Located close to the city centre, the school's beautiful and modern building and campus is surrounded by over 3 hectares of natural woodland, offering extensive opportunities for students of all ages to take their learning beyond the classroom.
Rome as the capital of Italy is one of the most visited cities on the planet. With history everywhere (such as the Pantheon and the Colosseum for starters), art and architecture masterpieces, and amazing cuisine, it's a heady mix of culture, romance and beauty, and is home to half a million expats living 'la dolce vita'.

Job Overview:

The post is for a motivated and qualified Biology Teacher with a strong background in the IB curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about teaching and learning and thrives in a multicultural and collaborative school environment.
Key responsibilities include:

• Teach middle and high school Biology courses as part of the IB Programme ensuring the delivery of engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons;
• Teach classes in IGCSE and /or MYP ( dependent on experience);
• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the curriculum and promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning;
• Assess students' progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback to encourage academic growth;
• Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that caters to the diverse learning needs of students, using differentiated teaching strategies;
• Encourage a growth mindset and develop students' passion for science, helping them build essential skills for their future academic and professional endeavours.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the wider Science Department and across the school to share best practices and resources.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Biology or a closely related field. A Master's degree or further qualification is preferred.
• Teaching certification, with preference given to those with an IB teaching qualification or experience.
• Familiarity with the IGCSE and/or IB MYP curricula is an advantage, but a strong understanding of the principles and practices of inquiry-based learning in other curricula would be accepted.
• Prior experience in an international school environment is desirable.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary competitive for region. Further details would be provided to interested candidates.
• 1000 euros relocation package and help sourcing accommodation.
• Lunch allowance each working day.
• Private health insurance (in addition to state medical cover).
• Professional development opportunities.

About us:

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What next:

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