When: Next academic year 2026/27

The MYP Chemistry Teacher is responsible for engaging students aged 14–16 in the study of matter and chemical change through inquiry, conceptual understanding, and purposeful practical work, aligned with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). The role involves designing and delivering concept-based learning experiences, including well-structured laboratory investigations and real-world applications that directly support learning objectives, while fostering critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and environmental responsibility. The teacher contributes to collaborative curriculum design, ensuring strong vertical and horizontal articulation, and supports the consistent implementation of MYP teaching and assessment practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide safe, accurate, and ethical scientific investigations, including well-structured laboratory work aligned with learning objectives.
• Connect chemical concepts to real-world applications (e.g. sustainability, industry, environment).
• Plan and deliver inquiry-driven Chemistry teaching aligned with MYP 4 objectives.
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners and promote student agency.
• Design, review, and refine curriculum collaboratively, ensuring strong vertical and horizontal articulation.
• Integrate global contexts, ATL skills, and interdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Ensure curriculum coherence and consistent assessment practices across the Science team.
• Maintain laboratory safety and manage resources effectively.
• Prepare and submit lesson plans in line with school expectations and timelines.
• Document teaching, learning, and assessment on school platforms in line with programme requirements.
• Assess using MYP criteria and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Write detailed, personalized student reports and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of grades and assessment data in line with school timelines and requirements.
• Analyse assessment data to identify trends, inform instructional decisions, and support student progress.
• Promote a positive school culture, including academic honesty and responsible use of sources.
• Support and engage in Service as Action (SaA) and wider school initiatives.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to ongoing MYP implementation.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field (Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering).
• IB recognised subject-specific workshops (preferred).

Experience

• 3+ Years experience teaching Chemistry at the secondary school level.
• 1+ Years experience teaching Science or Chemistry for MYP or DP

Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of MYP philosophy, concept-based teaching, and assessment methodology.
• Expertise in designing engaging, hands-on Chemistry lessons, including effective laboratory experiences aligned with learning objectives.
• Strong laboratory skills, with the ability to plan, manage, and facilitate safe, purposeful practical work.
• Ability to design meaningful learning activities and real-world applications that directly support conceptual understanding and MYP objectives.
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with a strong commitment to teamwork.
• Commitment to fostering scientific inquiry, academic honesty, ethical awareness, and environmental responsibility.
• Proficiency in using educational technology and digital learning tools to enhance teaching and learning.