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Description: The International School of Lausanne (ISL) is a leading non-profit, English language, International Baccalaureate (IB) World School set in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. Our school is committed to excellence in education. We strive to recognise the unique potential of each student, and to equip them to play an active and responsible role in a complex, multicultural world. The school employs approximately 250 members of staff on its campus where we welcome approximately 900 students from over 60 nationalities, from 3 to 18 years of age. For our Secondary School, we are seeking to employ an inspirational Teacher of English as an Additional Language at 20% (IB MYP and DP) Temporary contract from 1 November 2021 to 31 July 2022 The appointee will teach one class of Year 7 students (11-12 years old) Qualifications and Qualities desired Ability to teach English as an Additional Language in the IB MYP ProgrammeKnowledge of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmesA recognized teaching qualification at the graduate or postgraduate levelIdeally three years? proven teaching success Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate lessons that stimulate and motivate students to learnStrong interpersonal skillsUnderstanding of and sensitivity to cultural variance; a work experience in an international environment is a strong assetCommitment to excellence in educationAdaptability, flexibility, dynamism and a sense of humourAbility to meet high expectations of students, colleagues and a professional parent communityExcellent ICT skills and a knowledge of their effective use to support pedagogyCommitment to self-reflection and professional development ISL is committed to being an inclusive employer that values diversity. This is reflected in our recruitment practices and in our Code of Behaviour. Due to work permit limitations, preference will be given to candidates having a Swiss/EU citizenship or holding a Swiss work permit.