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Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Job Title: Science and Biology Teacher (IGCSE, AS, and A-Level)

About Us: BISK is a leading educational institution committed to fostering academic excellence and holistic development. Our dedicated team of educators aims to inspire and prepare students for future success, particularly those pursuing external examinations such as IGCSE, AS, and A-Level British exams.

Job Overview: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Science and Biology Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching Biology at IGCSE, AS, and A-Level and will be skilled in preparing students for external examinations. This role involves delivering engaging and effective lessons, assessing student performance, and contributing to the academic growth of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

- Instructional Delivery: Teach Biology to students preparing for IGCSE, AS, and A-Level British exams, ensuring that lessons are engaging, comprehensive, and aligned with the curriculum.
- Curriculum Planning: Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the requirements of the IGCSE, AS, and A-Level specifications, incorporating various teaching methods to address diverse learning needs.
- Assessment and Feedback: Conduct regular assessments of student progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate records of student performance.
- Exam Preparation: Prepare students for external examinations by providing targeted revision sessions, practice exams, and guidance on exam techniques.
- Student Support: Offer additional support and mentorship to students, including one-on-one tutoring and guidance on academic and career pathways.
- Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to ensure a cohesive approach to teaching and to share best practices for student success.
- Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest developments in the field of Biology and education, and participate in relevant training and professional development opportunities.

Requirements:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Science Education, or a related field. A teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS) is highly desirable.
- Experience: Proven experience teaching Biology at IGCSE, AS, and A-Level, with a strong track record of helping students achieve high examination results.
- Skills: Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to create a positive and productive learning environment.
- Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the IGCSE, AS, and A-Level Biology curricula and examination requirements.
- Personal Attributes: Enthusiastic, dedicated, and able to motivate and inspire students. Demonstrates a commitment to student achievement and well-being.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, and details of at least two professional references to Please include "Science and Biology Teacher Application in the subject line.

BISK is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field required; teaching qualification preferred. Proven experience with IGCSE, AS, and A-Level Biology. Strong communication, organizational, and motivational skills needed. Ability to deliver engaging lessons and support exam preparation is essential.

About the Company

BISK aims to ensure that our students grow to become “Lifelong Learners.” We scaffold their development to help them become knowledgeable individuals who are principled, creative, open-minded, balanced, unique and most importantly, happy citizens.

BISK provides a rich British curriculum that promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, emotional and physical development of students at the school and prepares the students with the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences for later life.

BISK ensures that its students understand the Kurdish culture whilst educating them about other cultures through its global curriculum, which in turn helps to build tolerant and respectful young people.

BISK instills the values of honesty, respect, self confidence, equality and self control in its students through the lessons we teach in the classroom.

BISK provides an integrated education to its students, that is strong, and that has a well established base in physical, social and emotional aspects at an international level.

BISK students attain an internationally recognised qualifications that allows them to study further anywhere in the world. Our students can achieve a Cambridge certified IGCSE certificate or an A/S and A level certificate.

BISK creates opportunities for its students in the subjects of active learning, of thinking outside the box, creative thinking and acting independently. It creates a sense of belonging to the school, its traditions, and is oriented towards a mutually respectful environment.

BISK grows each year from strength to strength and evolves through time to ensure that the curriculum is current, relevant and up to date. We pride ourselves on the multicultural environment that we have at BISK.

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