Secondary Social Studies Teacher (Grades 6-12)

Secondary social studies teachers at Ukarumpa International School (UIS) plan and implement appropriately-leveled instruction in geography, western civilizations, world history, modern world history, AP modern world history, and consumer (macro- and micro-) economics. US Government and US History are offered every couple of years for students who have interest or need. We also are happy to offer social science electives such as psychology as we have teacher expertise and student interest.

UIS Social Studies Teachers are expected to:

• Teach in alignment with the AERO standards and the UIS Schoolwide Learning Outcomes (Knowledge, Understanding, Communication, Stewardship, and Biblical Worldview)
• Conduct formative and summative assessments, maintain records of student learning and achievement, and effectively communicate student achievement with parents on report cards and in other written and oral communication
• Maintain order and a positive, engaging learning environment in the classroom
• Seek to understand and empathize with students growing up in cross-cultural situations (Third-Culture Kids) and encourage awareness and understanding of cultural differences
• Communicate effectively with students from a variety of nationalities
• Assist in and support student extra-curricular activities as able, inspiring and encouraging the physical, mental, and spiritual development of students to their greatest potential
• Attend bi-weekly faculty meetings and school-sponsored Professional Development opportunities
• Maintain their own certification as needed (UIS has funds to supplement individual professional development pursuits!)

A full time teaching load is generally four classes and four preps.

We prefer a year of teaching experience, but we welcome you to talk with us about your unique qualifications and passions. We look forward to talking with you about our amazing community, our awesome students, and about how you might be able to serve God as a teacher in Papua New Guinea!

We believe that you will discover what we already know, that UIS is a Great Place to Teach!