AP European History Teacher

A PLUS 1 ACADEMY CORPORATION; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

A+1 Academy in Irvine, CA is seeking an AP European History Teacher to guide students through major periods, document analysis, and historical writing. You will help students prepare for AP exams with a focus on reading, discussion, and rigorous analytical thinking.

You will develop engaging lesson plans, provide timely feedback, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum in a student-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in history, especially European or world history.
• Familiarity with the AP European History curriculum and exam format.
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience preferred, especially in AP-level courses.
• Strong English reading, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach AP European History classes and help students build understanding of major periods and developments.
• Guide students in mastering AP exam requirements, including document analysis and historical argumentation.
• Develop lesson plans tailored to students’ learning needs and goals.
• Assign and review homework, essays, and practice work with timely feedback to students and parents.
• Support students in improving critical thinking, historical reasoning, and exam-taking strategies.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and instructional improvement when necessary.

Skills

History knowledge

AP History familiarity

Teaching experience

English proficiency

Communication skills

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in History, Education, or related field

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development

About Us

A+1 Academy is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized academic support to help students reach their fullest potential. We focus on building strong subject foundations, improving academic performance, and preparing students for advanced coursework and exams such as AP classes, academic competitions, and standardized tests. We value both teaching quality and meaningful teacher-student interaction, and we strive to create a professional, supportive, and student-centered learning environment.

Position

AP European History Teacher

Responsibilities

• Teach AP European History classes and help students build a strong understanding of major historical periods, key events, and long-term developments in European history
• Guide students in mastering AP exam requirements, including document analysis, historical argumentation, and academic writing
• Develop lesson plans tailored to students’ learning needs and academic goals
• Assign and review homework, essays, and practice work, and provide timely feedback to students and parents when needed
• Support students in improving critical thinking, historical reasoning, and exam-taking strategies
• Contribute to curriculum planning and instructional improvement when necessary

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in history, especially European or world history
• Familiarity with the AP European History curriculum and exam format
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience preferred, especially in AP-level courses
• Strong English reading, writing, and communication skills
• Responsible, patient, and detail-oriented, with the ability to explain complex historical concepts clearly
• Passion for education and the ability to engage and motivate students

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing students for the AP European History exam
• Familiarity with DBQ, LEQ, and SAQ instruction
• Background in history, education, humanities, or a related field
• Overseas academic experience is a plus

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a teacher who can not only help students achieve strong AP exam results, but also inspire them to develop deeper historical understanding, analytical thinking, and academic writing skills.