Humanities Teacher
About This Role
Inspired Education stands as the foremost global network of premium schools, encompassing a collection of 125 elite private institutions across 6 continents. We employ proven educational methodologies from around the world, ensuring that over 95,000 students experience a top-tier education from Kindergarten through Year 13.
In 28 nations, Inspired schools are uniquely tailored to reflect the rich cultures of their surroundings. Together, they create an international community dedicated to fostering both academic and personal growth in an innovative, dynamic, and progressive learning atmosphere.
By becoming a part of our award-winning team of over 14,000 professionals, you will work in cutting-edge facilities alongside esteemed educators and leaders in some of the most sought-after locations globally. We are deeply committed to our team members, offering industry-leading professional development, outstanding career pathways, and opportunities for mobility within our organization.
ROLE SUMMARY:
St. Louis School, a premier international institution in Milan and a member of the Inspired Education Group, is devoted to excellence in academics, arts, and sports. Instruction is conducted in English, and students are prepared for IGCSE and IBDP pathways within the St. Louis School network.
We are eager to welcome a passionate and qualified Middle School Humanities Teacher to join the Colonna Campus beginning August 2026. The selected candidate will teach Humanities to Middle School students (equivalent to Key Stage 3), covering History and Geography.
The perfect candidate will ignite curiosity about the world, enhance students' critical thinking and analytical abilities, and cultivate an understanding of historical, geographical, and cultural contexts within a vibrant international framework.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Deliver engaging and high-quality Humanities lessons that align with the school's curriculum and the British educational framework.
• Enhance students’ knowledge and comprehension across History, Geography, and associated fields through structured and differentiated teaching methods.
• Encourage critical thinking, inquiry skills, and global awareness.
• Establish a positive, inclusive, and academically ambitious classroom atmosphere.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress to uphold high standards of achievement.
• Prepare students thoroughly for IGCSE Humanities pathways.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, departmental initiatives, and sharing best practices.
• Maintain excellent standards of behavior and contribute to pastoral care.
• Foster positive engagement with parents and the broader school community.
• Consistently uphold safeguarding and child protection protocols.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in History, Geography, Humanities, or a closely related discipline.
• A PGCE or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Humanities at the secondary or upper primary level.
• Strong organizational and classroom management capabilities.
• Native or near-native proficiency in English, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative, student-centered, and reflective teaching philosophy.
• Experience with the British curriculum (desirable).
• Background in an international or multilingual school environment (desirable).
• Familiarity with IGCSE Humanities subjects (desirable).
• Proficiency in Italian is advantageous but not mandatory.
Requirements
• Recognized teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification preferred.
• An EU passport or valid visa to work in Italy would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with the British curriculum is preferred.
Interviews may be conducted via Zoom and could commence before the application closing date. Relocation support will be available in accordance with school policy.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV (including a recent photograph and contact information for two referees) to the school recruitment team.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and other third parties to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be conducted prior to confirming any appointment.
La ricerca è aperta anche a candidati appartenenti alle categorie protette ai sensi della Legge 68/99 (collocamento mirato delle persone con disabilità).
This opportunity is also open to candidates belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99 (targeted employment of persons with disabilities).