Position: Upper School World History Teacher – Secondary Division
Reports To: Upper School Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Upper School World History Teacher
The Upper School 9th grade World History Teacher is responsible for designing, organizing, and delivering an innovative and engaging history curriculum that inspires students to explore global civilizations, cultures, and events from ancient times to the present. This role is integral in fostering a dynamic and supportive learning environment where students develop critical thinking, research, analytical, and communication skills. Under the guidance of the Division Director, the World History Teacher will work to connect historical understanding with contemporary global issues, empowering students to become informed, thoughtful, and responsible global citizens.
Required Professional Characteristics
Commitment to the School’s Mission:
Uphold and embody the school’s mission to prepare students for college and beyond by delivering a rigorous, well-rounded history education that supports their academic and personal growth.
Passion for Teaching and Students:
Demonstrate a deep enthusiasm for teaching world history and a strong commitment to fostering student curiosity, engagement, and academic success.
Bilingual Communication:
Exhibit advanced proficiency in both English and Spanish, with excellent oral and written communication skills, ensuring clarity and inclusivity in instruction and community interaction.
Comprehensive Teaching Competencies:
Possess a strong foundation in world history, including historical analysis, historiography, and familiarity with key periods and regions such as ancient civilizations, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, modern revolutions, and global conflicts.
Student-Centered Instruction:
Design and implement dynamic, inquiry-based lessons that encourage critical thinking, cultural understanding, and historical empathy while promoting cross-cultural awareness.
Assessment for Learning:
Utilize formative and summative assessments to guide instruction, monitor student progress, and adjust strategies to support a range of learning styles and academic levels.
Intellectual Curiosity:
Display a commitment to lifelong learning and scholarly inquiry, staying up-to-date with current events and historical research to enhance classroom content.
Team-Oriented Collaboration:
Work effectively with colleagues to integrate history education into interdisciplinary initiatives and foster a supportive, collegial school culture.
Role Model for Students:
Serve as a mentor and advisor, modeling integrity, intellectual curiosity, and respect for diverse perspectives. Promote a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
Continuous Professional Growth:
Actively participate in professional development and remain current with best practices in history education, curriculum design, and educational technology.
Essential Functions
Curriculum Development and Instruction:
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging history lessons that emphasize global awareness, critical thinking, and the application of historical knowledge to modern-day contexts.
Lesson Design:
Develop structured, student-centered lesson plans and assessments that align with school-wide goals and academic standards, meeting the diverse needs of learners.
Historical Mentorship:
Guide students in developing research skills, analytical writing, and evidence-based argumentation. Encourage independent thought and meaningful connections between past and present.
Assessment and Feedback:
Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments, projects, and discussions. Use assessment data to inform instruction and support student growth.
Classroom Management:
Maintain a respectful, inclusive, and focused classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and building positive relationships with students.
Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate records of student progress, assessment results, and academic performance in accordance with school policies and reporting requirements.
Communication with Stakeholders:
Regularly communicate with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student progress, curriculum updates, and areas for improvement.
Extracurricular Involvement:
Support school-wide initiatives and history-related extracurriculars such as debate clubs, Model UN, history fairs, or international awareness events.
School Community Engagement:
Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school events. Maintain a visible and engaged presence within the school community.
Additional Functions
Cultural Competence:
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Promote global perspectives and inclusive historical narratives.
Community Involvement:
Encourage parent and community participation in educational activities, fostering connections between school learning and real-world experiences.
Professional Development:
Pursue ongoing professional learning in world history, pedagogy, and digital tools to enhance instruction and student engagement.
Extracurricular Engagement:
Participate in extracurricular programs and community service initiatives that enrich the student experience and reflect the values of TASIS Dorado.
Other Duties
Perform additional tasks as assigned by school leadership, contributing to the ongoing development and success of the school’s academic and community programs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Educational Background: B.A./B.S. degree in Education, History or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Teaching Certification: Valid teaching certification in History or a related subject area.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities with the capacity to explain complex literary and linguistic concepts in an accessible and engaging manner.
- Technology Proficiency: Competency in using relevant educational technologies and digital tools to support World History instruction and student learning.
- Bilingual Skills: Fluency in both English and Spanish
- Compliance: Must meet all legal requirements, including Law 300, a valid teaching certificate, health certification, and any other relevant documentation.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Involves standing, walking, and actively supervising students both indoors and outdoors under a variety of weather condition.
- Occasionally, be able to lift, push, pull, or carry equipment and materials weighing 30 pounds or more.
- May deal with highly stressful situations in the normal course of duties.
- Tasks are regularly performed with some risk of exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as humidity, rain, and temperature extremes.
Salary and Benefits
TASIS Dorado is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a substantial compensation plan, including competitive salary, retirement benefits, and medical/dental coverage. Individual salary is non-negotiable and is not discuss before the interview process or during the interview. Relocation is not included as a benefit of this job opportunity
How to Apply
Candidates for this position should submit a résumé and cover letter that clearly articulates preparation for this position as outlined in this description, in addition to at least one letter of recommendation and contact information for two professional references, including current supervisors. Please send it to the Director of Human Resources at sanchez.e@tasisdorado.com and the Director of Upper School at hernandez.s@tasisdorado.com.
** The subject line should read: World History **
IMPORTANT: Incomplete files or files or candidates that do not meet the desired qualifications will not be considered.
TASIS Dorado does not discriminate and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee in this position. Employees are required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by those authorized to give instructions or assignments.
