High School History Teacher

Position Summary / Job Goals:

To deliver high-quality History instruction that sets ambitious expectations and supports all learners in achieving strong academic outcomes. The History Teacher creates a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment that promotes intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of historical concepts and perspectives.

Qualifications / Training:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in History or a closely related field
• Valid teaching certification or equivalent professional qualification
• Strong pedagogical knowledge of History instruction, assessment, and differentiation
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development

Experience / Knowledge:

• Demonstrated expertise in History content and effective instructional practices
• Ability to design coherent lesson sequences that build conceptual understanding and analytical skills
• Experience using formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and provide actionable feedback
• Understanding of adolescent development and the ability to personalize instruction based on student needs
• Proven ability to establish and maintain high expectations for academic progress, behavior, and classroom culture
• IB and/or AP teaching experience preferred

Attributes:

• Maintains high professional and ethical standards; models integrity and respect
• Builds positive, productive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
• Reflective, flexible, and committed to continuous improvement
• Encourages curiosity, resilience, and a growth mindset in learners
• Collaborates effectively and contributes positively to the wider school community
• Culturally responsive, inclusive, and committed to student wellbeing and success

Reports to / Evaluated by:

High School Director or designated instructional leader

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Set ambitious academic expectations and take responsibility for student progress in History
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that promote critical thinking and historical analysis
• Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment grounded in high behavioral standards
• Use assessment data to monitor learning, differentiate instruction, and provide timely, meaningful feedback
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues regarding student progress, achievement, and wellbeing
• Participate actively in professional learning and reflective practice to improve instructional outcomes
• Contribute to extracurricular activities, school events, and Nord Anglia Education initiatives
• Uphold safeguarding requirements, inclusion standards, and school values in all interactions

Village Believes that Effective Employees are:

• Accountable - Establishes a high performing culture and accepts accountability for organizational performance.
• Strategic - Leads opportunity and is committed to continuous improvement aligned with the organizational vision and direction.
• Collaborative - Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational outcomes
• Entrepreneurial - Creates organizational value for diverse stakeholders and achieves commercial success.
• Enabling - Drives excellence through valuing and developing others
• Agile - Achieves personal and organizational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment
• Resilient - Demonstrates personal resilience within a demanding environment of high expectations