IBDP Computer Science Teacher

About the role

Vilamoura International School (CIV) is seeking an IBDP / Computer Science Teacher. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality Computer Science education across Key Stage 3 up to examination classes within the International Curriculum.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and rigorous Computer Science lessons for lower and upper secondary levels.
• Teach Computer Science at Key Stage 3 and at examination level (IB Diploma, IGCSE, A Level or equivalent) according to expertise and school needs.
• Prepare students for internal and external assessments and design formative and summative assessments aligned with international standards.
• Promote inquiry‑based learning through programming, algorithmic thinking, system design and computational problem‑solving.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning profiles.
• Monitor student progress, providing timely feedback to students and parents, and contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning.

Required profile

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.
• A recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Computer Science within an international curriculum (IB experience highly desirable).
• Experience preparing students for external examinations such as IB, IGCSE or A Level.
• Strong subject knowledge including programming and computational theory.
• Commitment to inquiry‑based, student‑centred learning and excellent classroom management skills.

Required skills

• Programming
• Computational theory
• System design