Teacher of IBDP Economics
The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa
Mombasa
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1 August 2021
- Apply by:
- 15 February 2021
Job overview
The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa is the first of a network of 18-planned academies to be established across Africa, Europe, South and Central Asia, and the Middle East. The Academies provide a world-class education to exceptional students who possess strong leadership potential, on a merit basis. Pluralism is a core value of the educational programme; the student body reflects marked diversity, and includes both national and international students from all socio-economic backgrounds. AKA Mombasa is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering an IB curriculum that is locally rooted and globally relevant. Academy graduates consistently earn places and scholarships at the world’s top universities.
Exciting career opportunities await those who wish to make a difference. For further information please visit our website https://www.agakhanacademies.org/mombasa
We are looking for a passionate I&S teacher with experience of DP Economics (the ability to teach History or Global politics at DP level will be an advantage but not essential). You will be joining an experienced team of seven IB educators in the Individuals and Society /Humanities department. The Academy is a well resourced, diverse and dynamic residential community that aims to develop young people with high talent and potential to be ethical and pluralistic leaders of tomorrow.
Teachers at the Academy are expected to:
• Demonstrate a passion for their subject that serves to motivate and encourage students to attain their personal best.
• Design engaging learning and assessment activities that develop deep understanding.
• Support students to be confident thinkers in a safe learning environment.
• Plan collaboratively with colleagues to design the MYP/DP units that effectively deliver the programmes.
• Monitor and track student progress.
• Act as a Personal Project and Extended Essay supervisor.
• Act as a form tutor/mentor to guide and support a small group of students
• Contribute to the development of enrichment / co curricular and experiential activities.
• Participate in the residential programme and service-learning experiences for students.
The successful candidate should have a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor’s degree with a teaching qualification and experienced in teaching either Economics /History/Global Politics IBDP for at least 2 years .
The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students in its care. As an employer, the school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are appointed subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
The closing date for applications: 15 February 2021
Start date: 1 August 2021 or earlier if available.
Being an intentionally diverse community, we welcome applications from qualified candidates from all cultural and educational backgrounds. Please note that only candidates who are shortlisted will be notified.
For further information and to apply, please visit www.akdn.org/careers Job vacancy listed as IB Individuals and Societies teacher. Please state your DP subject experience clearly in your cover letter.
About The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa
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Opened in 2003, the Aga Khan Academy Mombasa is a day and residential school located in Mombasa, Kenya, offering world-class education to exceptional students who possess strong leadership potential. The Academy, a programme of the Aga Khan Development Network, is the first of a network of 18 planned Academies to be established across Africa, Europe, South and Central Asia, and the Middle East.
The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa features state-of-the-art facilities, a multicultural student body and an experienced team of educators and staff. Admission to the Academy is based on merit, and financial aid is available to ensure access for students with demonstrated need.
At the Academy, students are encouraged to create a balance between academics, sports, cultural activities and community life. Students are challenged to be intellectually inquisitive and socially conscious, while also being respectful and appreciative of other people's cultures, social structures, values and beliefs. In line with the Academy's mission and vision to create global leaders of tomorrow, Academy graduates consistently earn places and scholarships at the world's top universities.
For further information on the Academy, visit: http://www.agakhanacademies.org/mombasa
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