IB & AP English Teacher & Theory of Knowledge - Grades 11-12

English & Theory of Knowledge Educator

Join a dedicated academic team to guide students in Grades 11-12 through rigorous English and Theory of Knowledge curricula. This role requires a commitment to fostering an inclusive, reflective, and student-centered learning environment that aligns with the institution's mission of developing innovative, compassionate, and responsible global citizens.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in an appropriate field
• Teacher certification and three years of experience in the instructional field
• Successful experience in teaching English to both Standard and Higher Level in the IB Diploma and/or Advanced Placement English Language & Composition
• Experience or interest in teaching Theory of Knowledge
• Experience using standards-based grading preferred
• International teaching, boarding school, or similar residential life experience preferred
• Experience in coaching or leading extracurricular activities
• Computer proficiency with Mac OS and Google Classroom
• Excellent organization and strong communication skills

Goals and Objectives

• Teach and model the institutional mission statement and learner profile in and out of the classroom
• Lead student learning that is accessible to multiple English language levels and learning styles, promotes reflection, and encourages student responsibility for learning
• Organize safe and engaging classroom, dormitory, and activity environments that promote student-centered individualized learning, internationalism, mutual respect, and high academic and personal standards
• Collaboratively plan course and program delivery based on school learning outcomes, educational policies, and a holistic view of student learning
• Model positive approaches to learning through displaying cultural sensitivity, maintaining collegial relationships, and participating in processes for reflective professional development

Professional Responsibilities

• Teach 5 class sections or equivalent
• Provide regularly-scheduled extra help sessions for academic classes for a minimum of 1 hour per week
• Serve a full residential duty rotation as a dormitory supervisor, campus rover, or other assigned role
• Act as a Faculty Family “parent” through organized activities and regularly scheduled meetings to monitor the academic and social adjustment of assigned students
• Participate in the Culturals program twice per year
• Supervise activities as part of the after-school program
• Attend regular faculty, campus, residential, and departmental meetings
• Fulfill other professional duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook

Reporting Structure

For academic matters, report to the Dean of Academics. For student life and residential life matters, report to the Dean of Students.