MYP Individuals & Societies (I&S;) and DP History Teacher

To deliver high-quality, inquiry-based teaching in IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Individuals & Societies and IB Diploma Programme (DP) History, fostering critical thinking, international-mindedness, research skills, and a deep understanding of historical and contemporary global issues in alignment with the IB philosophy.

MYP Individuals & Societies integrates disciplines such as history, geography, economics, civics, politics and related humanities subjects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Planning & Delivery

- Teach MYP Individuals & Societies (Grades 6–10) and DP History (Grades 11–12).
- Design concept-driven, inquiry-based units aligned with IB curriculum frameworks.
- Develop Unit Planners using:
- Key & Related Concepts
- Global Contexts
- Statement of Inquiry
- Inquiry Questions
- ATL (Approaches to Learning) Skills
- Integrate interdisciplinary learning experiences.
- Promote historical inquiry using primary and secondary sources.
- Connect historical events with present-day global issues.

1. Teaching & Learning

- Deliver engaging lessons using:
- Inquiry-based learning
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Debates
- Simulations
- Case studies
- Research activities
- Encourage analytical thinking, interpretation, and evaluation of evidence.
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs.
- Effectively integrate educational technology into teaching.

1. Assessment

- Design formative and summative assessments aligned with:
- MYP Assessment Criteria (A, B, C & D)
- DP History Assessment Objectives
- Provide timely and constructive feedback.
- Maintain student portfolios and assessment records.
- Prepare students for:
- MYP eAssessment (where applicable)




- DP Internal Assessment (Historical Investigation)
- DP External Examinations

1. Student Development

- Promote the IB Learner Profile attributes.
- Develop students' research, communication, collaboration and reflection skills.
- Mentor students for:
- Personal Project (MYP)
- Extended Essay (History) where assigned
- CAS reflections (if applicable)
- Provide pastoral care and academic guidance.

1. Collaboration

- Work closely with:
- MYP & DP Coordinators
- Humanities Department
- Learning Support Team
- Librarian
- Participate in curriculum review and cooperative planning.
- Attend parent-teacher meetings and student conferences.
- Support school accreditation and IB evaluation processes.

1. Professional Responsibilities

- Participate in IB workshops and professional development.
- Stay updated with IB curriculum changes and assessment practices.
- Maintain classroom resources and documentation.
- Contribute to extracurricular activities, educational trips, Model United Nations (MUN), History Clubs and community engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential

- Master's Degree in History / Political Science / International Relations / Humanities or related discipline.
- B. Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification.
- IB MYP and/or DP training (Category 1/2 preferred).
- Excellent English communication skills.

Preferred

- IB teaching certification.
- Experience with international curricula.
- Experience teaching both MYP and DP History.

Experience

- Minimum 3–5 years teaching experience in History/Humanities.
- Prior experience in an IB World School is highly desirable.
- Experience teaching both MYP Individuals & Societies and DP History is preferred.

Others - Full Time Role, Mon to Sat, 8 to 9 hrs per day

📌 History Teacher - IBDP IGCSE (Mumbai)
🏢 Podar ORT International School (IB)
📍 Mumbai