KS3 & 4 History and Geography Teacher

We are seeking a professional who:

● Has appropriate degree, or other teaching qualification giving QTS

● Has familiarity with the National Curriculum of England (Plus IGCSE/GCSE and/or A Levels as appropriate)

● Shows passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child

● Has a high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children

● Has recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities

● Shows respect for all members of a school community.

● Has previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language

● Shows a positive and solution-focused attitude to working life

The role

As a History/Geography teacher in a secondary school, your will have to impart knowledge to pupils. You will use lesson plans, individual instructions, classroom presentations and group projects to provide your students with an understanding of the fundamental concepts of the subjects. You also administer tests, grade assignments and determine students' grades at the end of each semester.

As a History/Geography teacher, your job might also be to provide one-on-one instruction for students who are struggling with the subject. You might help to bring the subject to life through creative class projects and individualized attention.

To stay updated with the latest developments in History/Geography education and participates in professional development activities, such as workshops, conferences, or training sessions. Continuously enhance their own knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality subjects education.

·       Our school in brief

LTSM is an educational institution that has in its current structure 4 levels of education - preschool, primary, secondary, and high school. Our educational unit is located in the northern part of Bucharest, in the Băneasa area. The organisation of the Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea is an extremely dynamic social structure, comprising cultural elements, knowledge, norms and laws, activities and resources that give stability and meaning to social life. After twenty years from our opening, LTSM has maintained over time a constant level of addressability demonstrated by the upward trend that the school population has registered each school year. On 2019-2020, LTSM became certified as a Cambridge International School and an authorized examination centre with Cambridge Assessment International Education code RO070. The objective of the school is to provide an in-depth learning experience that develops students' capabilities as active players in a changing, global world. We have kept so far the Romanian curriculum and we are considered one of the best schools in Bucharest according to our grades outcomes and international activites. Our educational programmes run in partnership with various cultural institutions include participation in Olympiads, school clubs , workshops and extracurricular activities like : House Games Competition, Assemblies, Special Days, English week, Science Week, etc.

• Our New Campus

Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea has just established a new campus with state-of-the-art in design and capacities, including six laboratories and any kind of facilities, exclusively dedicated to Y7-Y13 range studies in the northern area of Bucharest, thus constituting the only educational hub that offers the opportunity to access national and international education programs. The school just built new campus will meet the high standards of Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea and will be aligned with the LTSM mission applied to our international curriculum.

·       What we require from you:

● Provide instruction that is of superior quality, captivating, meticulously organized, and differentiated, with an emphasis on Assessment for Learning.

● Be able to adapt teaching methods to support and drive the progress of pupils whose first language may not be English.

● Ensure that student data about attendance, behavior, and participation in extended and enrichment activities is collected, collated, and deployed effectively

● Ensure that student data about progress, attainment and achievement is used effectively to improve student outcomes

● To undertake the role of form tutor for students in a given form group

● Keep records of students’ attendance, classwork, and homework

● Be responsible for the room(s) in which he or she teaches with regard to appearance and display, and for resources and equipment as appropriate

● Sharing in the school’s work in curriculum development with regard to courses of study, teaching materials and methodologies used

● Take an active part in school meetings.

● Undertake additional administrative duties, if needed, as directed by the Head of International School

● Make a contribution to the formulation and implementation of the departmental curriculum.

● Engage in collaborative efforts with colleagues.

 ●Be a reflective practitioner with a keen interest in your own personal and professional development and an enthusiasm for participating in CPD and peer learning opportunities.

 Our selection process

The nature and responsibilities of the vacant position will dictate the selection process; nevertheless, applications will be accepted for all openings. Short-listed candidates will be interviewed initially by a member of the management staff (our CEO and/or head of school and whoever considered as necessary); if required, a second interview will be conducted with a panel of staff, which may include an additional member of the SLT and/or the Head of Department/ Head of School, to further evaluate the candidates.

Equal opportunities

In order to promote equal opportunity, the educational institution will solicit applications from a broad range of candidates for all available positions, which may involve running an external advertisement if necessary. In situations where staff is at risk of redundancy or where there is a reasonable expectation that adequately qualified candidates are already within the organization, an internal advertisement might be deemed suitable.

Here is a city than mesmerizes you with its beauty before keeping you enthralled by its history. With more than 2.1 million inhabitants in the urban area, Bucharest is one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. International teachers are paid more than the average salary, so it is relatively easy to save, and eating out is cheap. Known in the past as "The Little Paris," Bucharest has changed beyond recognition, and today it has become a very interesting mix of old and new. The Old Town is the place to be in Bucharest now, and you will instantly fall in love with the lively atmosphere… a bit quiet in the morning, lively during the day, and bustling with activity in the evening. Bucharest is also a green city and there are many parks you can visit. Bucharest is a cultural city, and thus, there is a wide variety of cultural manifestations: films, festivals, literature, music, visual arts, conferences. No matter what you are looking for, you will find it here.