Biology Teacher (Lower Secondary)
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Teaching isn’t just a job. It’s a calling… and we’re looking for the ones who can’t ignore it. At Lighthouse School, we value curiosity, depth, and thoughtful inquiry over routine compliance. We seek educators who see teaching not as the completion of tasks, but as a relational craft grounded in purpose and intellectual reflection. If you're the kind of educator who sees teaching as a craft, not a checklist, who wants to shape the future, not just supervise it, and are drawn to collaborative and reflective practice, you might have just found your people. Join a team where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your students thrive in a place that values the whole child. Lighthouse isn’t like other schools. Maybe you aren’t like other teachers.
If you are a seasoned, experienced lower secondary Biology Teacher accustomed to integrating project-based, experiential, and inquiry-based learning, and dedicated to fostering confidence, creativity, and critical thinking… we are more likely to be a match. We are committed to offering small class sizes, enabling you to effectively differentiate instruction and support each of your prospective students’ unique learning needs. At Lighthouse, educators are not merely supported but, most importantly, empowered and encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and help shape the educational journeys of their students and their own. The school’s inclusive, forward-thinking community ensures that every teacher has a voice and a role in the school’s development.
If you're an educator who values collaboration, continuous growth, and the freedom to bring your ideas to life, Lighthouse is the place for you.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging Biology lessons for lower secondary students.
- Support students in developing strong scientific knowledge, inquiry skills, and understanding of biological concepts.
- Design lessons that encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application of Biology.
- Use a range of teaching strategies, including practical experiments and investigations, to support different learning styles and abilities.
- Minimum experience 2–3 years teaching secondary school students within an international school setting.
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and support to help students improve.
- Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of scientific understanding.
- Collaborate with colleagues to integrate biological and scientific thinking into interdisciplinary learning projects where appropriate.
- Create a positive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, participation, and respect for scientific inquiry.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and learning development.
- Contribute to the wider spectrum of school activities, including clubs, projects, or enrichment activities related to Biology or STEM.
Requirements:
- A recognised degree by the Cyprus Council for the Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications (KY.S.A.T.S.) in Biology, or a related field.
- A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
- Experience teaching Biology at the lower secondary or middle school level.
- Strong understanding of scientific concepts and effective teaching strategies for this age group.
- Ability to explain scientific concepts clearly and support students with different learning needs.
- Strong classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
- Excellent fluency in spoken and written English.
- Experience teaching within international schools.
- Familiarity with Cambridge Lower Secondary Mathematics or similar curricula.
- Experience integrating problem-based or inquiry-based learning approaches.
- Experience supporting non-native English-speaking students.
- Highly proficient in digital literacy and familiarity with Google Workspace Tools.
Dare to teach differently? We’d love to hear from you.
Apply at https://form.jotform.com/OurLighthouse/application-form
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