Teacher of History
Markham College
Peru
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2021 and February 2022
- Apply by:
- 21 April 2021
Job overview
Markham College is seeking to appoint a Teacher of History for August 2021 and February 2022. The selected candidate will report to the Head of History during the day to day running of the History department. All subject teachers also work as tutors to support the pastoral programmes for different year groups. In the role of a tutor the expectation is to report to the Head of Year, Middle School Coordinator and Head of Upper School. This is a teaching role, therefore candidates should have experience of teaching exam level classes up to IB Diploma Level, as well as core curriculum classes for younger students. The nature of the role, will depend, to a certain extent on the expertise and passions of the appointed candidate.
The main responsibilities include:
- Teaching up to IGCSE, IB and university level entrance examinations as appropriate to students’ ages and abilities.
- Have an ambitious approach to teaching and learning allowing the planning on gaging and well-structured lessons that challenge students.
- Use a wide range of formative and summative assessment techniques to evaluate student learning.
- Proactively seek to develop independent and collaborative learners.
- Be able to effectively assess and record students’ progress in accordance with the department and whole school policy.
- Be accountable for the academic, social and emotional well-being of the students in his/her classes.
- Monitor the progress of those students with special educational needs.
- Being proactive in exploring innovative ways of delivering ICT within the curriculum.
- Prepare written and oral reports on the progress of individual students for parents and other interested parties.
Candidates must hold a degree and teaching qualification in History or relevant subject and be able to teach to IGCSE and IB Higher Level and be prepared to participate fully in the academic and extra-curricular life of the college.
Applications with a covering letter addressed to the Deputy Head (Staffing), Nathan Eades and a CV of no more than three pages should be uploaded to the school’s application system (https://jobs.markham.edu.pe) by Tuesday 20th April 2021.
Information about the College can be found at www.markham.edu.pe.
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About Markham College
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Established in 1946, Markham College is a regional influence in South America for educational leadership and academic excellence. We are an independent, non-profit, co-educational school that provides bilingual education to children from 3-18 years of age at our Miraflores and Surco campuses in Lima Peru.
Markham has a British heritage and international perspective. We have an adapted British Curriculum that respects our distinct Peruvian setting. Our Early Years bilingual programme starts at 3 years old and leads them towards IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma examinations. Our IB program, with over 29 courses, gives students the tools to succeed in universities world wide. We encourage diversity and support passion by allowing our students and staff to choose from over 100 different extracurricular activities and sports.
Our mission is to support children to become leaders in their chosen fields and be agents of change in Peru and the world. To achieve this, our curriculum is underpinned by the pillars of academic and creative endeavour, character development and service learning. Consequently, we have several features that make Markham special and unique. Our outdoor education programme and social programmes ensure that students receive a balanced and rounded education focusing on how they can make a difference in society. Furthermore, our student leadership programme means our children are a central part of the decision making process with regard to their learning experiences.
Markham teachers play a role in the pastoral care of our children. Supporting our students' emotional, psychological, and physical development as well as their academic growth throughout their Markham journey.
Peru´s rich cultural history and its amazing territory offers a wealth of opportunities for unforgettable experiences. Over 3000 km of Pacific Ocean coastline through the majestic Andean high peaks to the vast Amazon rainforest provide an infinite number of places, sports and adventures.
Markham is a non-profit school which allows us to offer salaries, infrastructure and materials that are aligned with international standards. Early Years and Primary are located on our Monterrico 27,778 m2 campus. Which houses our newest state-of-the-art educational facility which reflects the school's advanced pedagogic approach.
Markham has moved away from the traditional four-wall classroom, by developing flexible learning spaces that encourage independent learning in different environments. Teachers are developing new ways of working and collaborating across groups and disciplines in our ‘Learning Communities’ which give students at Markham more autonomy and choices in planning and executing their learning journey.
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