European School Copenhagen - Position of teacher of French, English and Human Sciences

European School Copenhagen is looking for a teacher who can teach French and English as Foreign Languages, and Human Science in French

The job is a permanent position in our Lower Secondary department (6.-9. Grade) and is a full-time position.

We are seeking candidates who can teach

• 6th Grade English as a Second Language
• 6th Grade French as a Third Language
• 6th Grade Human Science (History & Geography) in French
• 6th Grade Religion in French
• 6th Grade Class Teacher Role
• 8th Grade French as a Third Language
• 9th Grade English as a Second Language
• 2 x Co-teaching periods per week

We expect that you

• have the appropriate educational qualifications to teach the above subjects in Lower Secondary (Folkeskolen's 6.-9. Klasse)
• have experience in international or intercultural education
• have focus on student learning and wellbeing in accordance with the school's values
• have a desire to contribute to the ongoing development of the school
• enjoy collaborating with international colleagues on learning and development
• are independent and robust and can navigate a changing everyday life

The ideal candidate will have

• strong social and communications skills
• proficient IT skills
• proactive approach to school development

We offer

• a dynamic work environment where you are expected to take an active part in the development of our school to the highest standards of learning and teaching.
• a management culture based on cooperation, dialogue and trust
• supportive, dedicated and ambitious colleagues from many different countries

About the school
European School Copenhagen (ESCPH) is an international school funded by the City of Copenhagen. ESCPH opened in August 2014 and has three language sections, English, French and Danish, from nursery class to secondary 7 (3.G).

ESCPH is an accredited school within the established European School system, following the rigorous educational requirements for European Schools combined with Danish pedagogy and working guidelines.

The mission of the European Schools is to provide a multilingual and multicultural education for nursery, primary and secondary students and thus have a very strong focus on language learning. Students begin to learn their first foreign language in Primary 1 and are later taught several subjects, including History and Geography, in their first foreign language.

Terms of employment
Start date is as soon as possible. Salary and terms of employment according to KLF agreement.

More information
For more information about the school and the European Baccalaureate programme, please visit www.escph.dk . For any queries relating to the role, please contact Head of Lower Secondary Madelaine Kirk at [email protected] or at telephone (+45) 40 24 35 28

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to reference and criminal history checks.

The City of Copenhagen believes that diversity is a strength, and that each employee contributes with their particular background, personality, competencies, and skills.

Deadline for application is 10th January 2025.
Interview will be held in week 4 and 5.