High School Social Science Teacher

Nord Anglia Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Houston is seeking a passionate High School Social Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves developing engaging courses that explore human society and social relationships, fostering critical thinking and collaboration among students. The school prides itself on its commitment to high academic standards and creating a supportive environment for diverse learners. Join a dedicated team that values innovation and the holistic development of students, and play a vital role in shaping the next generation of global citizens.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in teaching High School Social Science curriculum.
• Extensive knowledge of subject specialism and related pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses in Social Science to high school students.
• Maintain a learning-focused classroom culture based on high expectations.

Skills

Teaching High School Social Science

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Related Field

Job description

The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School. Our High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program.

The Village School is an international community in Houston, Texas, providing a world-class education to our private day and boarding school students. We adhere to the highest academic standards, developing lifelong learners and global citizens who think critically, collaborate genuinely, and give of themselves generously. Ranked nationally for STEAM education and for the diversity of our international student body. Proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global network of schools.

Position Summary

• We are actively hiring a High School Social Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year!
• The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School. Our High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program.
• You’ll help us develop and teach courses in Social Science to high school students.
• You’ll deliver lessons that study human society and social relationships.
• You’ll identify varying teaching methods that work best for all students.
• As a genuine team player, you’ll work across the High School division to ensure students are learning and growing.
• Everything we do is connected to our vision to create a generation of resilient and creative global citizens who will change our world for the better.

Job Description

ENGAGEMENT AND INTERACTION

• A Village School teacher should be knowledgeable about not only his or her department and the curriculum developed there but about the school environment as a whole. They should be able to provide information about special programs offered as well as the philosophy of the school itself.
• A Village School teacher should be a proponent of the school and willing to talk about the school in a positive light to all constituents.
• A Village School teacher should work cooperatively and collectively with school Directors, Instructional Coaches, Coordinators, Department Heads, and other Teachers to ensure that instructional programs are coordinated and are administered uniformly and are aligned with desired outcomes.

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LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Maintain a learning-focused classroom culture based on high expectations, routines, and mutual respect so that all students feel safe to move out of their comfort zones to achieve more.
• Be knowledgeable about what they teach and the children they teach so that they can plan for the challenges students face when learning their subject.
• Provide appropriate scaffolding and support such as guided practice and feedback to ensure all ranges of ability gain confidence and progress to independent proficiency.
• Include opportunities for students to explain, discuss, explore, reflect, and solve problems so that students are highly engaged and encouraged to think critically and creatively.
• Be flexible and responsive to student needs by regularly using formative assessment strategies to check for understanding and make instructional adjustments if necessary.
• Accurately measure and report student attainment using collaboratively developed assessments so that students can reliably demonstrate their mastery of content and skills.

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Planning & Preparations Knowledge Of Subject:

• Have a well-developed, extensive knowledge of subject specialism and related pedagogy.
• Keep up to date and able to use this knowledge to influence the design and provision of an engaging and inspiring curriculum and lessons.
• Passionately impart and share knowledge, leading discussions and exploration to promote scholarship and high student performance.
• Plan sequences of lessons that introduce knowledge and skills coherently, deepening understanding, making connections, and mastering increasingly complex skills.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Qualified applicants will have demonstrated success teaching High School Social Science curriculum.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.
• Experience teaching High School Social Science is desirable.
• Good cross-cultural, interpersonal, and communication skills to interact with diverse nationalities and cultures.
• Excellent analytical skills with the passion and drive to demonstrate and quantify success.
• Excellent time management skills and flexibility in dealing with multi-functional tasks.

TO APPLY:

Online applications need to be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.

At Nord Anglia Education, we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, and happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures, including satisfactory criminal record checks from your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.