Social Studies Teacher

Job Overview

The role involves designing and delivering Social Studies curriculum and lesson plans tailored for secondary or high school students. The teacher will be responsible for engaging students through effective instruction, tracking their academic progress, and preparing them for examinations and further education.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute educational programs and lesson plans specifically for secondary or high school Social Studies students.
• Provide engaging and high-quality teaching to facilitate student understanding and interest.
• Monitor and assess student performance and learning outcomes continuously.
• Prepare students adequately for exams and guide them toward post-secondary academic opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in education or a closely related discipline.
• Valid teaching certification relevant to secondary or high school education.
• Proven experience teaching at the secondary or high school level.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Expert knowledge of Social Studies subject matter.
• Strong instructional and classroom management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively motivate and engage adolescent learners.

ISP Core Principles

• Student-centered approach prioritizing children's success and wellbeing.
• Consistent identification and follow-up on Health & Safety and safeguarding concerns.
• Respectful and inclusive behavior towards all individuals, promoting wellbeing.
• Operational efficiency focused on impactful actions and adherence to school policies.
• Financial prudence ensuring resources are used to best serve students and schools.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth and school improvement.

Safeguarding and Diversity Commitment

• Strong commitment to child safeguarding, including comprehensive background checks covering the past decade and due diligence procedures.
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture embracing diversity in gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability, neurodivergence, socioeconomic status and more.
• Encouragement for candidates who share these values to apply and contribute to the school community's success.