About this role
Teacher of Chemistry (Possible Head of Science Role)
Abraham Lincoln School, La Romana, Dominican Republic
Start Date: September 2026 Contract: 2-year renewable contract Salary: Competitive (Tax-Free) + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Teach Science in the Caribbean
The Abraham Lincoln School La Romana is looking to appoint a teacher of Chemistry, to join our talented and dedicated team of educators from September 2026.
For a candidate with the right experience and leadership potential, the position of Head of Science is available. This is a unique opportunity to lead a department in one of the Dominican Republic’s most established international schools while enjoying an enviable Caribbean lifestyle.
About the School
Founded in 1917, the Abraham Lincoln School is a historic institution owned by the Central Romana Corporation. We are a co-educational day school with approximately 480 students (aged 4–18) and a dedicated staff of 40 teachers, the majority of whom are British.
We pride ourselves on:
Academic Rigour: We follow the British National Curriculum, with English as the primary language of instruction.
Small Community Ethos: With small class sizes and a supportive environment, we foster a disciplined yet caring atmosphere where every student is known and valued.
Facilities: The school features air-conditioned classrooms, two computer suites, a library with over 20,000 books, and three specialised science laboratories (Chemistry, Physics, and Biology) equipped to support practical learning.
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic educator to join our Science Department. The successful applicant will be responsible for:
Key Stage 3: Delivering engaging General Science lessons that lay the foundation for advanced study.
Key Stage 4 (IGCSE): Teaching Chemistry to IGCSE level (experience with Cambridge IGCSE or similar is highly desirable).
Key Stage 5 (A-Level): Delivering high-level Chemistry instruction to students, preparing them for university entry.
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