Social StudiesHumanities Teacher

TITLE: SOCIAL STUDIES/HUMANITIES TEACHER

REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL

Primary Purpose:

The Social Studies Teachers responsibilities include teaching elements of history geography politics economics religion and culture to pupils.

Responsibilities:

• Setting up schedules lesson plans and selecting learning material and resources that will help achieve curriculum objectives.
• Analyzing needs interests strengths and weaknesses of students and developing lesson plans in accordance with these factors.
• Monitoring progress and discipline and keeping parents and school counselors informed of learners who need extra support.
• Establishing classroom and debating rules and ensuring all students obey these rules.
• Requesting appropriate textbooks and learning aids.
• Organizing field trips and ensuring permission slips are handed out and signed in a timely manner.
• Participating in school events and acting as a chaperone when required.
• Attending meetings staff training conferences and other ongoing learning programs.
• Informing students of learning opportunities and preparing them for formal debates and other events.

Qualifications:

• Native English speaker preferred.
• Degree in Education History Geography or a related discipline.
• Masters degree preferable.
• Relevant certification or license may be required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and debating skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong multitasking abilities and sound knowledge of current events.
• Strong cultural sensitivity.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Dedication to students and education

About American Baccalaureate School:

ABS is a private nonprofit school offering an Americanbased curriculum including a wide variety of advanced courses and a college preparatory program guiding students to become independent intellectual global citizens. It is our goal to develop responsible and accountable young adults who are prepared for the challenges of international universities. The American Baccalaureate School opened its doors in September 2006 to 550 students. We now have over 1300 students enrolled from preKindergarten through 12th grade.

For more information about ABS visit:www.abs.kw