Social Studies Teacher

Summary We are looking for a social studies teacher who will be part of a dynamic and highly successful social studies department. The position carries responsibility for teaching high school students. Position Duties The successful candidate will be expected to: • Demonstrate commitment to the safety and security of children and young people ( child protection ). • Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum. • Deliver an active, hands-on and student-centered programme to promote learning in social studies courses for high school level students, including AP courses. • Maintain students' attendance records, grades and other required records. • Evaluate and grade students class works and assignments. • Compile, administer, and grade examination. • Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class. • Observe, monitor and record student progress. • Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class. • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. • Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction. • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. • Support district and school initiatives with professionalism. • Demonstrate creativity. • Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. • Provide supervision to student after school activity or coach/assistant coach the athletic team. • Maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff at all times. • Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and/or the Assistant Principal. Qualifications and Knowledge The ideal candidate will have: • Minimum of bachelor s degree; master s degree preferred. • Certification as a teacher. Experience and Skills Experience • A minimum of two full school years of high school Social Studies teaching experience, including teaching AP courses. Skills • Excellent command of English, both written and oral. • Highly developed classroom management skill. • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. • Maturity to handle a range of situations. • Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality. • Minimum of bachelor s degree; master s degree preferred. • Certification as a teacher. Experience • A minimum of two full school years of high school Social Studies teaching experience, including teaching AP courses. Skills • Excellent command of English, both written and oral. • Highly developed classroom management skill. • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. • Maturity to handle a range of situations. • Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality.