History and TOK Secondary Teacher

Date: 25 May 2025

Location:

Green Valley, PA

Job ID: 6218

School: Metropolitan School of Panama

Company: Nord Anglia Education

About our School

The Metropolitan School of Panama is an international school in Panama City that offers a world-class academic program to students in Early Childhood 3 through 12th grade. With around 800 students hailing from 45 different nationalities, and 120 faculty members that boast an impressive range of international teaching experiences, our school is enriched by the wealth of its diverse and multicultural community.

History

Opened in 2011, The MET has become one of Panama’s leading international schools. The school was founded with a vision of creating an international school of excellence, staffed with the best teachers, with small class sizes, and where each child would be happy, motivated, and inspired to learn.

Job Description

Purpose

The History and Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Secondary Teacher will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing engaging and rigorous lessons in History and TOK for secondary school students. The teacher will foster critical thinking, inquiry, and a deep understanding of historical contexts and knowledge theory, aligned with the IB curriculum.

Reporting to: Head of Secondary

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement the History and TOK curriculum in accordance with IB standards
Plan and deliver lessons that engage students and promote inquiry-based learning
Assess and provide constructive feedback on student progress
Support student development in critical thinking and global awareness
Participate in school events, professional development, and collaborative meetings
Maintain accurate records of student performance and behavior

Required Skills/Abilities

Qualifications & Training:

Bachelor’s Degree in History, Education, or a related field (required)
IB teaching certification or experience preferred
Strong proficiency in English (required)
Experience in teaching Theory of Knowledge is highly desirable

Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

Solid knowledge of History curriculum and Theory of Knowledge concept.
Experience teaching secondary school students, preferably in an IB setting
Ability to create an inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
Skilled in developing lesson plans, assessments, and differentiated instruction
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues
Ability to foster critical thinking, inquiry, and reflective learning