Temporary Chemistry Teacher (Maternity Cover, Feb-June 2027)

About the role

Tarsus American College (TAC), a pioneering IB school in Turkey offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme since 2004 and accredited by the Council of International Schools, is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring temporary Chemistry Teacher to cover maternity leave from February to June 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Establish strategic goals and objectives together with department members.
• Monitor curriculum quality and content and ensure faculty compliance with the approved curriculum.
• Ensure grading consistency across all levels or courses.
• Work with department members to develop electives based on school needs.
• Take part in selecting textbooks, teaching aids and equipment.
• Support new teachers in understanding school policies and procedures.
• Help improve instructional quality and develop and oversee the department budget and supplies.
• Fulfill additional duties assigned by the principals.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or an applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university; a Master's or Ph.D. may be preferred.
• At least 5 years of academic experience in an International Baccalaureate-designated school.
• Good level of English.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining extra- and co-curricular activities.
• Ability to integrate technology, ESL teaching strategies and research-based formative and summative assessment into the classroom.
• Collaborative, decision-making and leadership skills, with strong communication, time management and organisation.
• A clean record regarding child protection, as required by the school's policy.