History Teacher

Job OverviewAmity International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking a well-qualified, passionate, and experienced History Teacher to inspire our students through engaging instruction and develop their critical understanding of historical events, concepts, and perspectives. This candidate must have experience teaching GCSE and A level History and have a proven track record of attaining outstanding results.About the OpportunityThis is an exciting chance to join one of the premier co-educational International schools in Abu Dhabi. Amity International School recognizes that its most important investment is in the quality of its teachers and support staff. As such, to progress the school in this next phase of its growth, our staff receive one of the best salary and benefits packages locally, commensurate with their position’s responsibilities and the school’s size.About Amity International SchoolWell established British Curriculum International SchoolRenowned reputation for Sport, Music, Arts, and Academia15-acre bay-side campus with unique facilitiesBeautiful setting on the perimeter of the UAE’s capitalInspirational working environment with committed students keen to learnSet up as a not-for-profit organizationBenefits for the Successful CandidateHighly competitive salary benchmarked against leading schools locallyAccommodation or housing allowance aligned with personal family circumstancesSpacious, modern, and innovative teaching and learning environmentSupportive line managementAccess to generous professional development trainingOpportunities to link with other subject areas in school and other schools internationallyKey RequirementsBachelor’s degree in History or related fieldTeaching qualification (PGCE, B.Ed, or equivalent)Minimum of 2 years experience teaching History in a secondary school settingExperience teaching British curriculum History (GCSE and A-Level)Strong knowledge of historical periods, themes, and historiographyExperience in developing analytical and evaluative skills in studentsUnderstanding of differentiated teaching strategies for diverse learnersExperience in using primary and secondary sources in teachingStrong communication skills for engaging discussion-based learningKnowledge of current history education methodologies and best practicesExperience in assessment and monitoring student progress in historyAbility to foster intercultural understanding through historical contextsExperience organizing relevant trips and activities to enhance learningHow to ApplyApplicants should complete the application form on the TES website via the Quick Apply button. Please submit:A CV of no more than 2 pagesScanned copies of degree certificates and teaching qualificationsEvidence of successful teaching experience and student achievement in HistoryThe school reserves the right to begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Early application is recommended. Interviews will be conducted in Abu Dhabi or via Teams.Safeguarding StatementAmity International School is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.All applicants will be required to:Undergo child protection screeningSubmit a current police criminal check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointmentSupply a minimum of two references, at least one of which should be from the Head Teacher/Principal of the most recent schoolPlease note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview schedule.