Hebron School, India
Location: India
Finance: Salary or Allowance, Personal Support
Duration: Full‑time, 1 to 4 years
Activity: Children & Youth, Education & Training
Posted: 18 Mar 2025
Closes: 30 Apr 2025

Geography Teacher

Hebron School, India

HEBRON SCHOOL Lushington Hall, Ootacamund, TN 643 001 India

Immediate requirements: 

  • Geography Teacher (Teaching experience in Environmental Science/ Social Science for senior classes also considered)

Job Summary: Hebron School, Ooty, places a strong emphasis on Geography as a popular and high-achieving subject at both IGCSE and A Level. Our Geography curriculum at Key Stage 3 focuses on providing students with essential geographical knowledge while honing their analytical, evaluative, and explanatory skills. We emphasise the application of key geographical terminology in every lesson to support a deep understanding of geographical concepts and theories. This emphasis, combined with a progressive curriculum, facilitates a smooth transition to IGCSE and encourages consistently high levels of achievement. At the A Level, students are encouraged to make synoptic links across a range of topics using inventive and engaging learning strategies. Our curriculum is designed to be reflective, progressive, and challenging.

Responsibilities:

  • Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons that cater to the abilities of all students and align with the IGCSE and A Level syllabus.
  • Classroom Management: Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters active participation, respect, and inclusivity among students.
  • Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Assign homework as per policy and student ability, assess performance through various evaluation methods, provide timely feedback, and track academic progress.
  • Pastoral Care: Demonstrate care and support for students' growth and well-being, and collaborate with the Head of Department and Learning Support for students with special educational needs.
  • Encourage Critical Thinking: Stimulate critical thinking, open-mindedness, and the application of newly acquired knowledge.  Extra-Curricular Activities: Actively participate in, organise, or lead relevant extracurricular activities, including fieldwork investigations and camping.
  • Professional Development: Stay updated with Geography developments, engage in professional dialogue, and support colleagues in enhancing student learning outcomes.
  • Department Resources & Meetings: Maintain materials and contribute positively to departmental meetings and school policies. Hebron School, Ooty
  • Continuous Improvement: Contribute recommendations for school improvement.
  • Parent-Teacher Communication: Establish effective communication channels with parents and guardians to discuss academic progress and address concerns.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty members to provide an integrated educational experience for students.

Requirements:

  • Confidence and competence in teaching Geography at the IGCSE and/or A Level curriculum, preferably for international students.
  • Strong knowledge of Geography, both basic and advanced.
  • A Bachelor's/Master's degree in Geography or a related field (Geography can be one of the subjects at the university level); a higher degree is preferred.
  • Qualified teaching certification.
  • Proficiency in English for academic purposes.
  • Ability to assess student work accurately.
  • Respect for all members of the school community.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for education, commitment to student development, and a nurturing attitude towards students' spiritual and emotional growth.

Preferences:

  •  A passion for teaching Geography and a willingness to share that enthusiasm with colleagues and students.
  • Experience teaching IGCSE and A Level Geography.
  • Ability to teach both Physical and Human Geography at A Level.
  • Experience teaching Key Stage 3 and willingness to teach Geography across Year 7 to 9.
  • Experience in designing and delivering geographical fieldwork.
  • Willingness to accompany students on field trips outside normal school hours.
  • Experience teaching high-achieving students and extending able students.
  • Willingness to offer additional support to students outside normal teaching hours.
  • Desire to actively participate in the school's extracurricular clubs and activities.
  • Experience in Model United Nations.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment within the Geography department.
  • The chance to contribute to the academic and personal growth of students in a diverse international school environment.
  • A beautiful campus and access to excellent resources for teaching and learning

How to apply: You can apply by submitting the PRELIMINARY STAFF APPLICATION 2024 found on our website Web: www.hebronooty.org. For more details, please contact, Human Resource Assistant, at hr@hebronooty.org

Please mention OSCAR when responding.

Hebron School, India

Hebron School is an international and co-educational residential school that exists to provide an affordable education based on sound Christian principles.
Address:
Lushington Hall
Ootacamund
Tamil Nadu
643 001
INDIA
Tel: +91 423 2225820