Middle and High School Social Studies Teacher

Middle and High School Social Studies Teacher We are inviting interested applicants who are good team players, enthusiastic, service‐orientated, and professionally competent to join our dedicated team. REPORTS TO: Middle & High School Principal SUPERVISES: Volunteers as needed Job Goal The successful Social Studies teacher at ICS must have a strong understanding of standards based assessment as well as concept based teaching and learning. Experience closing the achievement gap in a variety of contexts would be considered an asset as well. They must also develop engaging and innovative lessons that allow our students to grow academically, socially and emotionally. The teacher should be confident in incorporating technology (including emerging technologies such as GenAI) and hands‐on learning experiences into the classroom with enthusiasm and also believe in collaboration with other colleagues, promoting understanding and communication in a diverse learning and cultural environment. While we are a US curriculum school, the teacher should be able to deliver the curriculum through a wider lens of perspectives and cultures. All ICS teachers demonstrate Christian character through kindness, grace, and integrity, creating a nurturing space for students. Performance Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and execute appropriate lessons, utilizing appropriate resource materials and activities Follow the prescribed scope and sequence of curriculum and assessment as scheduled Employ a variety of instructional aides, methods, and materials that will promote best practices in order to reach the whole child as stated in the ICS mission statement Assess student learning against the appropriate standards on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required Identify the needs of students through diagnostic procedures and align instructional objectives to these needs Effect student learning through mastery of the subject material by utilizing valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of the school's philosophy Eager to explore and learn about emerging technologies, such as Generative AI, with a commitment to integrating them effectively into the classroom to foster critical thinking and guide students in developing ethical and responsible use Ensure Biblical Worldwide Integration (BWI) is mapped throughout the curriculum Complete lesson/unit plans, Atlas, ESO documentation, and PLC expectations within specified time frames Maintain student records as required by the school Communicate with parents, students, and other professional staff regarding student progress (behavioral and academic)Follow school policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines and the provisions of the contract Maintain proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises utilizing teacher‐created discipline plans in conjunction with a school‐wide discipline plan Inform the administration if/when unable to fulfill any duty assigned. Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher Plan and lead a student Chapel when called upon Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings as assigned Complete the Christian Philosophy of Education in‐service program within the first three years of teaching at ICS Attend and participate in devotions, teachers' meetings, evening programs (if involving his or her students or as requested by the administration), and other meetings as assigned Carry out supervisory duty as assigned (before school, break, lunch, after school)Maintain a classroom in a clean and educationally stimulating environment Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade reports that provide comprehensive information for each student's learning progress Keep students, parents, and the administration informed of students' progress or deficiencies, and provide sufficient and timely notice to parents when students fail to meet learning standards Submit all appropriate reports to the administration, guidance office, and business office as required by school regulations or as requested Work with the administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school Complete professional development programs as required by the administration and/or ICS Board Maintain teaching credentials as required through sponsoring agencies (state/provincial education department, ACSI, etc.)Acquire and maintain teaching credentials as required by the laws of Singapore, NICS, and/or ICS Demonstrate the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, kindness, self‐control, perseverance, and punctuality Exemplify strong interpersonal and communication skills Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with friendliness, open‐mindedness, dignity, and consideration Respectfully submit to and demonstrate loyalty to constituted authority Maintain a personal appearance that models cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and is in agreement with school policy Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Teaching credential from a US state, Canadian province, or from ACSI (exceptions will be approved by the Academic Board)Expertise in working with students and teaching Advanced Placement (AP) courses Knowledge of specific subject(s)Interested candidates with the above qualifications and experience, please forward your resume and cover letter to: . All applications will be treated strictly confidential, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Learn more about working at International Community School (Singapore): #J-18808-Ljbffr