Social Studies Teacher

Position Description Location Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia School / Site American School Dharan Division / Department Middle School Position Type Teacher Subject / Stages Works days / Hours 191 Days @ 8 Hours per day Position status Full Time Salary code Teacher Eligible Applicants International, Saudi Position start date August 1, 2027 Application deadline December 5, 2026 Reports To Susan Jarnot-Benthem, ES/MS Principal Requisition Number 03-2PHONE_NUMBER, 03-2PHONE_NUMBER 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 Middle 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 program to promote learning in social studies courses for middle 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 examinations. • 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 students 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 is preferred. • Certification as a teacher. Experience and Skills The ideal candidate will have: Experience • Experience as a social studies teacher at Middle school, 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. JOB CODE: 03-2PHONE_NUMBER, 03-2PHONE_NUMBER Qualifications and Knowledge The ideal candidate will have: • Minimum of bachelor s degree; master s degree is preferred. • Certification as a teacher. Experience and Skills The ideal candidate will have: Experience • Experience as a social studies teacher at Middle school, 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.