History Teacher

About Amity International School - Established British Curriculum International School - Esteemed for its excellence in Sports, Music, Arts, and Academics - 15-acre bay-side campus featuring unique facilities - Scenic location on the outskirts of the UAE's capital - Inspirational workplace with motivated students eager to learn - Operates as a not-for-profit organization

Benefits for the Successful Candidate
- Attractive salary that competes with leading local schools
- Accommodation or housing allowance tailored to individual family needs
- Spacious, modern, and innovative teaching and learning spaces
- Supportive line management
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Chances to collaborate with other subject areas within the school and internationally

Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in History or a related discipline
- Teaching qualification (PGCE, B.Ed, or equivalent)
- A minimum of 2 years of experience teaching History in a secondary school environment
- Familiarity with the British curriculum for History (GCSE and A-Level)
- In-depth knowledge of historical periods, themes, and historiography
- Proven experience in fostering analytical and evaluative skills in students
- Understanding of differentiated teaching approaches for diverse learners
- Proficiency in utilizing primary and secondary sources for teaching
- Strong communication skills to facilitate engaging discussion-based learning
- Knowledge of contemporary methodologies and best practices in history education
- Experience in assessing and tracking student progress in history
- Ability to promote intercultural understanding through historical contexts
- Experience organizing relevant field trips and activities to enrich learning

How to Apply
Candidates should fill out the application form available on the TES website via the Quick Apply button. Please include:
1. A CV limited to 2 pages
2. Scanned copies of your degree certificates and teaching qualifications
3. Documentation of successful teaching experiences and student achievements in History

The school reserves the right to initiate the recruitment process before the application deadline. Early submissions are encouraged. Interviews will be held in Abu Dhabi or conducted via Teams.

Safeguarding Statement
Amity International School adheres to the guidelines set forth by the International Task Force on Child Protection. We are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruitment practices, particularly concerning child protection.

All applicants will be required to:
- Complete child protection screening
- Provide a current police criminal check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence before appointment
- Submit at least two references, with one from the Head Teacher/Principal of their most recent school

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.