The “European Azerbaijan School” Educational Complex” LLC (EAS) is looking for an experienced, motivated Laboratory assistant and Science teacher for its science department with the possibility of future career growth.  

Key Relationships (Internal/External): Head of School, Head of Science department, IB DP Coordinator, Senior Leadership Team

The main duties are as follows:

• Setting up/preparation of science experiments and demonstrations at all levels of the secondary and teaching some science classes.
• Looking after plants and living organisms in the department;
• Making up solutions and chemicals in a safe manner and to a correct proportion;
• Cleaning, washing, dismantling equipment, and clearing the lab immediately after the experiment before the next class starts;
• Maintaining and keeping up-to-date sufficient supplies of equipment, chemicals, consumables, etc., and arranging for safe disposal of all out-of-date or otherwise surplus chemicals and equipment;
• Coordinating the use of science laboratories, in consultation with the department head, for different senior and junior classes;
• Assisting the teacher in conducting the experiments and supervising students in particular the larger younger groups where observing health and safety procedures becomes even more vital;
• Providing support to DP students in carrying out their required experiments for Internal Assessment or Extended Essay.
• Plans and delivers appropriate curriculum content to students.
• Assesses students' learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs.
• Uses the curriculum of the school to plan daily instructional activities.
• Classroom duties such as planning, classroom management, teaching, assessing, and grading. 
• Collaborates with other teaching staff in planning and delivering instruction to students.
• Demonstrates commitment to improving professional competence.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements are as follows:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics; 
• Confident working with all three science branches; 
• Previous experience as a laboratory assistant would be an advantage; 
• Good knowledge of English (Cambridge equivalent at least B2, C1 or better);
• Previous experience working in an International Baccalaureate (IB) school would be an advantage; 
• Willingness to apply knowledge in a laboratory setting; 
• Willingness to carry out practical science skills and work with chemical substances, living things/plants, and laboratory experimental equipment;
• Excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively with other team members in the department.

CVs should include the following information:

• Full name;
• Date of birth;
• All detailed information about education;
• All detailed information about work experience;
• Names and contact details of 2 professional referees.

CVs will be selected based on the applicant's work experience and compliance with the requirements. Chosen candidates will be invited for an interview. Candidates who have passed the interview will be asked to present a demonstration lesson to show their abilities in modern teaching/learning methods and technologies.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

If you are interested in applying, please send a cover letter with a CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.

CVs without cover letters will not be considered. In the subject line of your e-mail message, please mention the title of the position you are applying for. No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview.