History Teacher

Summary:

Join a school as a History Teacher and inspire students with a passion for history and learning.

About the School:

The school is committed to academic excellence, holistic development, and a future-focused curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and global awareness in students.

The Opportunity:

As a History Teacher, you will play a key role in shaping students' understanding of the past and its relevance to the present and future. You will deliver a dynamic and inquiry-based History curriculum that encourages critical thinking and a deep appreciation of global historical narratives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a high-quality History curriculum aligned with the Cambridge International and school framework.
• Teach History to students across a range of year groups, fostering historical inquiry and analytical thinking.
• Use primary and secondary sources to design engaging, project-based lessons that develop critical thinking and historical understanding.
• Support students in preparing for IGCSE examinations with a rigorous and enriching course of study.
• Contribute to cross-disciplinary learning by collaborating with teachers in subjects such as Global Perspectives.
• Inspire students to engage with history through extracurricular activities, competitions, and educational visits.
• Provide pastoral care as a Form Tutor, supporting students' academic and personal development.
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues about students' progress and learning.
• Participate in professional development and share best practices in History teaching.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Minimum three years of teaching experience in an international school environment.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or a relevant discipline, with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in History, including experience teaching students aged 10–18 and preparing them for IGCSE.
• Ability to design and deliver inquiry-led lessons that develop critical thinking and historical understanding.
• Strong understanding of historical interpretation, source evaluation, and extended essay writing.
• Commitment to inclusive and differentiated teaching practices that meet the needs of all learners.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills to manage teaching, tutoring, and school responsibilities.

Preferred

• Familiarity with inquiry-based or concept-based learning approaches in History.
• Experience teaching a second Humanities subject, such as Geography or Global Perspectives.
• Experience in curriculum development or designing schemes of work within an international school context.
• Strong pastoral instincts and the ability to support students’ wellbeing and personal development.
• Willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities such as Model United Nations or historical research competitions.
• Interest in integrating digital tools and virtual resources to enhance historical inquiry.
• Awareness of contemporary debates in historiography and cultural memory.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with a strong leadership team.
• Access to a vibrant international school community and diverse learning experiences.