Teacher of Biology and/or Chemistry
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Exciting opportunity within an international school with modern facilities in a growing country, offering good compensation.
- Work in a modern, purpose-built international school
- Above-average compensation package
- Engagement in community service and education
- Adjustments required to a new teaching environment
Pros
- Modern campus with innovative teaching facilities
- Competitive pay in line with or above UK standards
- Community-focused with robust extra-curricular programs
Cons
- Potential integration challenges living in Georgia
- Job may require adapting to differing educational contexts
- Limited experience in international teaching may hinder applications
Who it's for
Mid-career • Full-time, onsite in Tbilisi
Good fit
- Experienced international teachers
- Individuals open to relocation and cultural exchange
- Teachers with adaptability in diverse classroom settings
Not recommended for
- Candidates lacking experience in UK curriculum
- Individuals hesitant to adapt to a new culture
- New educators or those without international exposure
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
British International School of Tbilisi (BIST) is looking to recruit dynamic, committed staff members for our exciting and unique not-for-profit independent school. BIST currently provides for about 250 children aged 3 to 15 from approximately 35 countries. Our modern purpose-built campus, which extends over 15,000 square metres, is situated next to a natural lake, on the hills overlooking the city of Tbilisi. The state-of-the art facilities incorporate many important features that support innovative teaching and learning in the 21st Century. We adapt the English National Curriculum alongside the International Primary Curriculum to offer a creative and flexible curriculum that leads to Cambridge IGCSE at Key Stage 4. In September 2019 the school will start its A Level programme. The school is a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS).
Teacher being sought for the following post (for August 2018):
Secondary
Teacher of Biology and/or Chemistry with ability to teach Coordinated Sciences at Key Stage 4 and General Science at KS3
BIST students and staff are committed to supporting the wider community through our wide-ranging BIST community programmes. All teachers also support and contribute actively to our cross-curricular days and weeks, our diverse programme of extra-curricular activities, and the PSHE programme. Secondary teachers will be expected to teach their subject to IGCSE level and to prepare students for A Level in the 2018-19 academic year and then also offer AS and A Level courses thereafter.
The successful candidates will have recent UK/international experience, be highly motivated, well organised and possess UK qualifications (or equivalent internationally recognised qualifications). An understanding of the benefits and challenges of living in a rapidly developing country is an advantage.
Staff members at BIST enjoy a stimulating, supportive working environment and pay and conditions compare very well with other international schools in the region. BIST net pay scales are above UK net pay scales and this is enhanced with an annual air ticket, full medical cover, a housing allowance and the opportunity to work and live in a beautiful and fascinating country. The successful candidates will join a team of enthusiastic and committed staff in this highly popular and well-regarded school.
Please submit a completed BIST application form and supporting letter by Monday 27th November 2017.
We encourage early applications as we will begin initial interviews prior to the deadline. Application forms and further details are available on request from recruitment@bist.ge Candidates will be formally interviewed via skype and also have the opportunity for an informal skype discussion prior to this.
British International School of Tbilisi is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including checks with past employers, and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. Our safeguarding and safer recruitment policies are shared with all prospective candidates.
