Secondary Humanities Teacher
About This Role
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher to become part of our Humanities department during an exciting new chapter in the school's growth, commencing in February 2025. The ideal candidate will be confident and capable of teaching Geography and/or History at all secondary levels; alternatively, they may focus on both subjects specifically within the Middle School (KS3) framework. The ability to teach an additional subject, such as English, Business Studies, or Theory of Knowledge (TOK), would be advantageous.
Cambridge College currently prepares its students for IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme.
As a proud member of Inspired, an international network comprising over 115 premium schools serving more than 85,000 students across 24+ countries, Cambridge College is dedicated to inspiring students to realize their full potential within a supportive and progressive academic setting.
Cambridge College is recognized as a leading co-educational institution in Peru, affiliated with the Latin American Heads’ Conference (LAHC) and the British Schools of Peru (BSP), and educating over 1,200 students aged 2-18.
The successful applicant will possess the following qualifications:
- A relevant degree, along with a UK PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification.
- At least four years of teaching experience.
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude as a team member.
- Desirable familiarity with the English National Curriculum, (I)GCSE, and IBDP syllabuses.
- A genuine passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering the holistic development of students.
- A proven history of outstanding classroom and pedagogical practices.
- Willingness to engage in our extracurricular activities program.
- Flexibility to collaborate across different curriculum areas and key stages.
- A collaborative spirit, eager to contribute to the development of new initiatives to enhance the English curriculum.
- Knowledge and experience in leveraging digital technologies to support student learning.
The school provides a competitive salary, return flights, medical insurance, and allowances for baggage and settling in.
Cambridge College Lima is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to adhere to this commitment. Candidates must be prepared to undergo various safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, reference checks with previous employers, and, where applicable, Barred List and Prohibition checks.
To qualify for a visa or work permit, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Four years of teaching experience
- A teaching degree or qualification
- PGCE or PGDE, UK Qualified Teacher Status, or a similar teaching qualification
- Proficiency in English
To apply for this role, please fill out the online application or submit a complete application letter along with your CV, including at least two references (one must be your current Head of School/Principal).
The deadline for applications is December 31, 2024.
Please note that we encourage early applications as Cambridge College Lima reserves the right to appoint candidates before the closing date.
Further information about the school can be found at http://cambridge.edu.pe.