History Teacher

Azerbaijan British College (ABC) is a non-profit, independent, secular, coeducational British international school for children aged 3-18, situated in the picturesque city of Baku by the Caspian Sea. ABC stands as a leading institution, delivering the British National Curriculum to both local and expatriate students. The school is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan and holds full accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). We are authorized to provide a variety of qualifications through two major International Examination Boards: Cambridge International Assessment and Edexcel Pearson.

To discover more about ABC, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/AzerbaijanBritishCollege/
https://www.instagram.com/azerbaijan_british_college/
abc.edu.az

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated history teacher to join our team. This role involves fostering an educational environment where students can reach their full potential across intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and psychological dimensions. Our guiding principle is ‘Explore to Achieve’.

REQUIRED
- Native English speaker.
- A proactive work attitude and a strong commitment to professionalism.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Effective communication abilities with colleagues, parents, and students.
- At least 3 years of teaching experience, with IGCSE experience (A-level experience is a plus).
- Capability to inspire and motivate students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
- Intercultural communication skills.
- International teaching experience.
- Open and connected leadership qualities.
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues.
- Regularly updating information related to the school.
- PGCE/BEd with QTS or an equivalent recognized teaching certification.

PREFERRED
- Experience with CAIE, Edexcel, or other UK examination boards.
- Three or more years of relevant international teaching experience.

This role offers a competitive tax-free salary, accommodation allowance, health care, and annual return flights. The school features a growing community, small class sizes, outstanding facilities, and generous vacation time. Baku is a fantastic city with a low cost of living, safe neighborhoods, and welcoming locals. English is widely spoken, and the city boasts a vibrant social scene. It is possible to save significantly while working here, with excellent air, road, and rail links to other countries.

Interested applicants should submit a CV and cover letter by December 18, 2024, to cv@abc.edu.az. We reserve the right to conduct interviews and make offers before the application deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the recruitment process.

Policies for safer recruitment adhere to the recommendations set forth by the International Task Force on Child Protection. At ABC, we uphold high standards of effective practices regarding child protection and are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children. We expect all staff members to share this commitment. Successful candidates will undergo various background checks, including satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification verification, and police checks, including those from overseas.