Physics and General Science Teacher

Physics and General Science Teacher – Middle and High School. A 2nd-in-Department role is available for a suitably experienced candidate.
 
Location
Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico City, Mexico
 
Salary range and package details

Mexico City has a very affordable cost of living, meaning the package goes considerably further than it might appear on paper.
 
Start date
Immediate.
A January 2027 start will be considered for the right candidate.
 
About the school
This is a prestigious, forward-thinking bilingual school located in one of Mexico City’s most desirable neighbourhoods — Lomas de Chapultepec. The school operates as a genuinely innovative educational environment, offering a rich and carefully curated curriculum that draws on the English and Welsh National Curriculum, US Common Core, and the International Baccalaureate. The school gained IB Diploma Programme authorisation in 2020 and is deeply committed to the highest standards of academic rigour and professional practice.
The school teaches approximately 80% of its classes in English and 20% in Spanish, with students in the middle and high school also having the option to study Mandarin and French as third languages. Class sizes are purposefully small — just 16 students — allowing teachers to engage deeply with both the curriculum and individual learners in a way that is rare in international education.
The Science Department is innovative and ambitious, delivering hands-on lab experiences designed to promote a growth mindset, higher-level thinking skills, and a genuine love of discovery. Teachers are encouraged to be creative, digitally literate and collaborative, and the faculty is an international community of professionals drawn from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Mexico and beyond. The school places a strong emphasis on ongoing professional development and good work-life balance.
 

Mexico City is one of the great cities of the world — vast, vibrant, and endlessly surprising. Lomas de Chapultepec, where the school is located, is one of the most prestigious and well-connected residential areas of the city, close to the iconic Bosque de Chapultepec park, world-class museums, fine dining and the best of what the city has to offer.
Mexico City has an extraordinary cultural life — from ancient Aztec ruins and Diego Rivera murals to a thriving contemporary arts scene, outstanding restaurants and a social calendar that never stops. The cost of living is very affordable by international standards, the climate is famously pleasant year-round (the city sits at altitude, keeping temperatures mild), and the international community in the city is well established and welcoming. For teachers looking for an adventure that combines professional fulfilment with an exceptional quality of life, Mexico City rarely disappoints.
 

• A recognised, full teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, or equivalent)
• A relevant degree in Physics, Science or a closely related discipline
• A minimum of two years’ full-time classroom teaching experience
• Proven experience teaching IBDP, A Level or AP Physics — this is essential

• Strong subject knowledge in Physics and General Science, with the ability to teach across middle and high school age groups
• A creative, innovative approach to lesson planning and delivery, including hands-on and project-based learning
• Confident use of instructional technology and digital tools to enhance learning
• The ability to integrate higher-order thinking skills into classroom instruction
• Flexibility and openness to new pedagogical approaches and a developing school environment
• A collaborative, collegiate approach to working with colleagues across departments
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice
• The ability to serve as a positive role model for students and fellow faculty members
• A genuine commitment to being a lifelong learner — the school’s core value and central purpose

The safety and wellbeing of every student is of the highest priority. All candidates must demonstrate:

• A thorough understanding of child protection principles and a commitment to maintaining a safe school environment
• The ability to recognise indicators of abuse, neglect, or welfare concerns, and to respond appropriately and promptly
• Cultural sensitivity and an awareness of how safeguarding responsibilities present across diverse international contexts
• A willingness to engage in ongoing safeguarding training and to remain current with best practice
• Sound professional judgement and clear boundaries in all interactions with students and families
• A commitment to reporting concerns promptly and working fully within the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures

Who we are – chk Education
chk Education is a leading boutique search firm specialising in international education recruitment. We work with a carefully selected portfolio of outstanding schools worldwide, connecting exceptional teachers and educational leaders with opportunities that match their ambitions and values. We take a personal, expert approach — taking the time to understand both our candidates and our client schools — and we hold ourselves to the highest standards in service quality and safeguarding.
 
How to apply

If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking to secure an international teaching position, please reach out to Rachael with your preferences and she will be able to explore other opportunities with you.
 
Due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In some of the countries where our client schools operate, there are upper age restrictions related to the issuance of visas and work permits. If you have any questions regarding this, please do not hesitate to ask.
chk Education utilises safer recruitment procedures to ensure compliance with child protection requirements in all employment processes. The policies for safer recruitment are aligned with best practice and the International Taskforce for Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject, but not limited to, various background and security checks including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.