Social Studies Teacher

Reports to: Academic Coordinator
Department: Academic
Function: Teaching
Grade: Teaching 3

JOB PURPOSE:

As a Social Studies Teacher at Malpi International School, the primary purpose is to educate and inspire students in the areas of history, geography, civics, and culture. Designing and delivering engaging lessons that foster critical thinking, global awareness, and a deeper understanding of societal issues. Responsibilities include creating a dynamic learning environment, incorporating diverse perspectives, and encouraging active participation to promote students' academic growth and civic responsibility.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Curriculum Development: 

• Designing and developing a comprehensive social studies curriculum that encompasses various disciplines such as history, geography, civics, economics, and cultural studies. 
• Includes creating lesson plans, selecting instructional materials, and integrating technology to enhance learning.

Instruction and Delivery: 

• Delivering engaging and interactive social studies instruction to students at different grade levels, fostering critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and global awareness. 
• Teaching key concepts, historical events, geographical features, political systems, cultural diversity, and current events.

Differentiated Instruction: 

• Providing differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, interests, and abilities of students. 
• Includes adapting teaching strategies, materials, and assessments to accommodate individual learning styles and promote academic growth.

Classroom Management:

• Establishing and maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation, respectful behaviour, and meaningful discourse.
• Implementing effective classroom management strategies to promote student engagement, collaboration, and academic success.

Assessment and Feedback: 

• Assessing student learning through various formative and summative assessments, projects, presentations, discussions, and written assignments.
• Providing timely and constructive feedback to students to guide their learning progress and academic achievement.

Integration of Technology:

• Integrating technology tools and resources into social studies instruction to enhance learning experiences, promote digital literacy, and facilitate research, analysis, and collaboration among students.

Current Events and Global Issues: 

• Engaging students in discussions and activities related to current events, global issues, social justice, human rights, environmental sustainability, and multicultural perspectives..

Parent Communication: 

• Communicating regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, academic goals, classroom activities, and opportunities for parental involvement.

Professional Development: 

• Engaging in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices, stay updated on social studies content and pedagogy, and pursue certifications in social studies education.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: 

• Principal
• Academic Coordinator
• Administrative Staff
• Students

External:

• Stakeholders
• Parents
• Local Government 
• Community Organizations

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

Expected Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Social Studies Education, History, Geography, Political Science, or a related field is typically required.
• A teaching certification or license in social studies education. 
• Advanced degrees such as a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) or Master of Education (MEd) with a focus on social studies education may be preferred.

Expected Experience:

• Typically, a minimum of 2-5 years of teaching experience in social studies or related subjects in Nepalese, preferably at the middle or high school level, is expected.
• Experience in developing and implementing engaging lesson plans, projects, and assessments aligned with curriculum standards and educational objectives.
• Familiarity with inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, and other student-centered teaching methodologies in social studies education.
• Experience in using educational technology tools and resources to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Job-Specific Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of social studies content areas, including history, geography, civics, economics, and cultural studies of Nepal.
• Ability to create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment that promotes critical thinking, civic engagement, and global awareness.
• Proficiency in using primary and secondary sources, multimedia resources, and digital archives to support instruction and research skills development.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to facilitate discussions, debates, and collaborative projects among students.
• Knowledge of assessment strategies and techniques in social studies education, including formative and summative assessments, performance tasks, and rubrics.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities represented in the social studies curriculum.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills, having to often work with interdisciplinary teams, participate in curriculum planning, and engage in professional development activities.
• Commitment to promoting civic literacy, ethical citizenship, and social justice through social studies education.
• Continuous professional growth and staying updated with current events, historical trends, and educational research in social studies pedagogy.