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Secondary Science Teacher (IB MYP Science - Grades 6, 7 & 8)

International School of Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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Start date: August 1, 2027

Application deadline: November 30, 2026

Full time
Fixed term
On site

Location: International School of Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Teaching scope: Grades 6 - 8 · IB MYP Science

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About this role

ISPP is seeking an innovative, knowledgeable, and collaborative Secondary Science teacher with experience teaching IB MYP Science to Middle School students (Grades 6 - 8). The ability to teach Physics at the IB Diploma level would be a strong advantage.

The successful candidate will inspire curiosity through inquiry and practical investigation, demonstrate strong curriculum and assessment knowledge, and apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to support and challenge diverse learners. They will join a welcoming team committed to academic rigour, student wellbeing, and professional growth, while also contributing to the wider school community.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive learning that supports students’ academic and socio-emotional growth.

  • Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to anticipate learner variability, remove barriers to learning, and provide varied ways for students to engage, access content and demonstrate their understanding.

  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop, document and review the curriculum.

  • Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, maintaining accurate learning and attendance records.

  • Encourage student voice, responsibility and meaningful action.

  • Serve as a Home Group Advisor, providing pastoral care, teaching Advisory and supporting Service as Action.

  • Communicate promptly and professionally with students, families, and colleagues about learning, wellbeing, and concerns.

  • Supervise MYP Personal Projects and/or DP Extended Essays.

  • Support a Global Citizenship activity for one semester, and participate in Outdoor Education and Week Without Walls programmes.

  • Contribute to school events, committees, meetings, and the wider life of the school.

  • Engage in professional learning, appraisal, and reflective practice.

  • Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality and health and safety expectations, including attentive student supervision.

  • Model professional conduct and respect for diversity in line with ISPP’s mission, vision, and learning philosophy.

Requirements

  • Recognised secondary teaching certification.

  • An undergraduate or Master’s degree in related Science discipline (Physics would be an advantage).

  • Experience teaching IB MYP Science, with strong curriculum and assessment knowledge.

  • Demonstrated experience applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to anticipate learner variability, remove barriers to learning, and provide varied ways for students to engage with content and demonstrate their understanding.

  • Excellent communication, organisation, and collaboration skills.

  • Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and reflective professional practice.

  • A willingness to contribute to Advisory, supervise student projects, and participate in outdoor education and wider school activities.

Preferences

  • Experience teaching IB DP Physics.

  • Experience supporting multilingual learners.

  • Experience developing inquiry-based Science learning.

  • Experience supervising MYP Personal Projects and DP Extended Essays in Physics.

  • Confidence using Toddle and Google Workspaces.

  • Experience contributing to service learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, or outdoor education programmes.

Experience & credentials

Minimum experience: 5 years

Experience

Proven experience as an IB MYP Science teacher and DP Physics teacher, with a strong record as an exemplary classroom practitioner.

Credentials

  • Recognised Secondary education teaching certification.

  • An undergraduate or Master’s degree in a Science discipline (Physics would be an advantage)

Compensation & benefits

Compensation

This role is placed on the teacher's salary scale.

Benefits

Benefits include annual economy class airfare, housing allowance, health insurance, and shipping/settling-in allowance, tuition for eligible children, and statutory benefits under Cambodian law.

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Visa and work authorization

ISPP supports visas and work permits for all overseas-hire employees.