Economics Teacher at Aga Khan Academy

The position

We are looking for a passionate Economics Teacher to join an experienced team of seven IB educators in the Individuals and Society /Humanities department. The Teacher will be responsible for raising the standards of student attainment and achievement in Economics, for monitoring, and supporting student progress as well as supervising Extended Essay.

Duty & Responsibilities

• 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 report on student progress in Individuals and Societies.
• Act as an 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.
• Teach Integrated Humanities to students between the ages of 11 and 15
• Participate in the residential programme and service-learning experiences for students.

The requirements

• Bachelor of Education or Bachelor’s degree
• Teaching qualification and experienced in teaching either Economics /History/Global Politics IBDP for at least 2 years.
• Genuine interest in and commitment to the mission of the Aga Khan Academies 
• A knowledge of criterion-based and the ability to incorporate in the teaching and learning would be advantageous