Teacher of Geography to A Level and Middle School Humanities
About This Role
Astra Academy International School, located in Thailand, is a distinguished educational institution committed to providing outstanding international education. We are currently seeking a dedicated Middle School Humanities and Geography Specialist to join our team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to teach Humanities as part of the Middle School curriculum while leading the Geography program across the Secondary School, encompassing IGCSE and A Level courses.
Position:
IGCSE and A Level Geography Specialist (with the ability to teach Middle School Humanities)
Department:
Humanities
Education Stage:
Middle School and Secondary
Curriculum:
Adapted British Curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE and A Level
Position Type:
Teacher
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Education, or a relevant field
- A recognized teaching qualification such as PGCE, QTS, or an equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience within a British or international curriculum
- Extensive knowledge of Humanities instruction at the Middle School level
- Experience teaching Geography at IGCSE level, with A Level experience preferred
- Ability to deepen students’ understanding of global issues, environments, and human systems
- Expertise in delivering engaging, rigorous, and conceptually rich lessons
- Familiarity with inquiry-based, discussion-based, and project-based learning approaches
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Experience in an international school environment is favored
Values and Attitudes:
- Enthusiastic about promoting global awareness, critical thinking, and curiosity
- Dedicated to maintaining high academic standards and providing impactful learning experiences
- Capable of inspiring students to engage with complex global challenges and real-world issues
- Collaborative mindset with a willingness to work across different disciplines
- Passionate about experiential, fieldwork-based, and project-based learning
- Committed to fostering student independence, agency, and a sense of purpose
- Dedicated to continuous professional development and reflective practice
If you are motivated to inspire students in understanding the world through Humanities and Geography, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position at Astra Academy International School.
How to apply
Interested applicants should submit their application, including a detailed CV and cover letter, through the WhatSchool platform.
We encourage early applications. Interviews may take place before the closing date if there is a high volume of candidates.
Safeguarding
Astra Academy International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and third parties to uphold this commitment.
The school follows international safer recruitment practices. All appointments are subject to thorough safeguarding checks, which include verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, and satisfactory references from the most recent employer. Police or criminal background checks will be required from all countries where the candidate has lived or worked.
The successful applicant will need to provide an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or a comparable credential, along with any required local safeguarding clearances. All checks must be completed before employment commences.
Astra Academy is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where students are protected, respected, and empowered to succeed.