Humanities Teacher

Isha Foundation, Inc.; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 320,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Isha Foundation, Inc. is seeking a Humanities teacher to deliver ICSE curriculum to Classes 8–12 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The role involves planning engaging lessons and promoting critical thinking in a student-centered environment.

Responsibilities include differentiating instruction, assessing student work, and incorporating current affairs and project-based learning to develop research and communication skills. A strong foundation in humanities is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, or Philosophy or related humanities.
• Bachelor’s degree in the respective humanities subject (BA Humanities).
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) is required or highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach Humanities subjects to Classes 8–12 following the ICSE curriculum.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans.
• Create a student-centered learning environment encouraging discussion and independent thought.
• Assess learning with assignments, projects, presentations, and exams; provide timely feedback.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and support academic potential.
• Integrate current affairs and real-world examples to make learning relevant.
• Foster research, analytical and communication skills through debates, fieldwork, and projects.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Teacher mentoring

Subject expertise

Assessment design

Education

Master’s in Humanities

BA in Humanities

B.Ed.

Job description

Teach Humanities subjects (History, Geography, Civics/Political Science, Economics, or related disciplines) to students in Classes 8–12 in accordance with the ICSE curriculum.

Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that promote critical thinking, inquiry, and conceptual understanding.

Create a student-centered learning environment that encourages discussion, analysis, and independent thought.

Assess student learning through assignments, projects, presentations, class participation, and examinations, providing timely and constructive feedback.

Differentiate instruction to address diverse learning needs and support students in achieving their academic potential.

Integrate current affairs, case studies, and real-world examples to make learning relevant and meaningful.

Foster research, analytical, and communication skills through debates, discussions, fieldwork, and project-based learning.

Qualifications

Master’s degree (M.A.) in Humanities subjects such as History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, or Philosophy. Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject (B.A. Humanities) as foundational qualification. Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

Desired Skills

Curriculum planningTeacher mentoring and supervisionAdvanced subject expertiseAcademic assessment design