Job Description

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

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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1. Curriculum Planning & Delivery

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Essential

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

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

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- Minimum 3–5 years teaching experience in History/Humanities.
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- Prior experience in an IB World School is highly desirable.
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- Experience teaching both MYP Individuals & Societies and DP History is preferred.
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Others - Full Time Role, Mon to Sat, 8 to 9 hrs per day

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