UWC Waterford Kamhlaba is an international school located in Eswatini, Africa. We are a part of the United World Colleges movement and offer education to students from diverse backgrounds. Our aim is to provide a challenging and transformative educational experience that empowers our students to become agents of positive change in their communities.
Position: Economics Teacher
We are currently seeking an experienced Economics Teacher for our Social Sciences department. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) curriculum at the high/secondary school level.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A Bsc or BA Economics or a related field
- At least 3 years experience delivering IBDP or A Level Economics courses
- Experience teaching Global Politics would be a distinct advantage
- Experience teaching TOK would be an added distinct advantage
- A strong understanding of the IB and IGCSE philosophies and assessment methods.
- An Honours or Masters’ Degree would be an advantage
- Professional teaching qualification e.g. PGCE
-Passion for student-centered teaching and learning and the ability to develop meaningful relationships with young people
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments
- Passion for teaching and commitment to student success
Responsibilities
Teach Economics to a diverse range of students from across the world
Work with colleagues in the department to continually improve and align pedagogical approaches
Develop and update curricular resources and assessment
Contribute to student growth outside the classroom by supervising a community service activity, club and/or a co-curricular activity
Serve as a tutor to 12 students
Perform residential duties
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at the College
Values and Attitudes:
At UWC Waterford Kamhlaba, we value diversity, inclusivity, empathy, respect, integrity, responsibility, sustainability and excellence. As such we expect all members of staff including teachers to embody these values through their actions both inside and outside the classroom.
If you meet the above criteria and share our values as a school community then please apply by submitting your CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.
Benefits
Accommodation
Fully furnished 2- 4 bedroom houses depending on family size.
Medical
High/ full benefit Medical aid Cover for all biological children, legal spouse and other legally adopted dependents
Utilities
Fully paid electricity, water, wifi, security
Bonus
25% of your total cost to company for the 3 years as gratuity. Thereafter your salary goes up by 25%
Dependent Opportunities
50% of tuition fees for Preschool & Primary paid by the employer. 100% tuition fees for high school paid by the employer. Children are also eligible to learn at UWC Waterford Kamhlaba at no cost.
Savings Potential
Transport to and from school for dependents provided by employer, Meals( Lunch & Dinner) for you and the entire family
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Secondary School Principal
KPIS International School
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