Secondary History Teacher

San Silvestre School is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. 

All new staff will be subject to enhanced pre-employment clearance including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment. 

Three professional references will be sought, at least ONE of which must be from your present employer.

For a suitably experienced and motivated candidate, there is also the possibility of a Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Coordination post, to oversee the teaching and development of TOK in Secondary. Please indicate your interest, and outline your experience in your application. 

Post title: Full-time History teacher 

Contractual conditions:  3 years, beginning August 1st 2021

Responsible to: Head of Social Studies

Line Manager: Head of History

Internal Relationships: Head of Secondary, Assistant Head - Academic, IB Coordinator, Form Teachers

General responsibilities

Plan, prepare and teach 

Setting and marking work, including examinations 

Manage pupil behaviour and maintain a safe learning environment 

Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge 

Set high expectations to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils 

Collaborate with members of the department to prepare and develop schemes of work, sharing best practice

Adapt teaching accordingly, knowing how and when to differentiate to help each pupil reach their potential 

To promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils in line with the school’s child protection and health and safety policies 

Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of pupils

Attend department and whole school meetings online

Technology

Maintain an understanding of technology and its use in teaching and learning.

Be a proficient user of Google Suite.

Use the School supplied technology resources primarily for teaching and learning purposes.

Specific responsibilities 

Teach History to IGCSE level (Cambridge syllabus) and IBDP History (SL and HL)

Create and deliver online lessons, working with online platforms available (eg. Zoom, Google classroom, Peardeck, Nearpod and others)

Formal Qualifications

A relevant degree at a good level (essential), such as History

Recognised teaching qualification, such as PGCE, Licenciatura in Education or equivalent (essential) 

Masters or postgraduate qualification in a related subject (desirable) 

Competencies required 

Excellent subject knowledge  

Up to date knowledge of educational developments and issues.

Ability to understand and willingness to be committed to the philosophy and ethos of the School.

Ability to effectively manage one’s own time.

Capacity to work unsupervised and use initiative.

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Dedicated to improving the lives of young people through education

The ability to motivate and inspire young people through teaching

Adapt teaching to allow to assess real world situations

Excellent classroom management skills 

Creative approach to teaching and learning, adapting to the needs of the pupil

Personal Qualities

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

A team player 

Desirable Experience

Ability to speak fluent English (first language or bilingual English speaker preferred) and Spanish. 

Teaching experience at IGCSE and IB.

Experience in teaching Theory Of Knowledge

Other relevant experience 

Experience of working with EAL pupils (English as an Additional Language).

Other Relevant Information 

As San Silvestre is currently delivering its educational programme online, experience of delivering online lessons and/or within a hybrid environment is highly desirable.

This Position Description is a guide only and is not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties attached to this position.