Social Studies/Humanities Teacher (Required to relocate to Kuwait)
TITLE: SOCIAL STUDIES/HUMANITIES TEACHER REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL Primary Purpose The Social Studies Teacher’s 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.
- Master’s 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, non-profit school offering an American-based 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 1,300 students enrolled from pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. For more information about ABS visit: www.abs.edu.kw Apply tot his job Apply To this Job