Job Description

ISP Upper School History Teacher Role Profile

Purpose of Role

An Upper School History Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging, rigorous instruction in history to students (typically ages 11–18), fostering critical thinking, historical inquiry, and an understanding of past events and their relevance to the present. The role supports students’ academic growth, civic awareness, and analytical skills.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Upper School History Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured history lessons aligned with curriculum standards
• Teach a range of historical periods, themes, and geographical areas
• Develop students’ skills in analysis, interpretation of sources, and argumentation
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress through assignments, exams, and feedback
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Incorporate a variety of teaching methods, including discussion, projects, and technology
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and disciplined classroom environment
• Prepare students for internal and external examinations (if applicable)
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning and interdisciplinary work
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians about student progress
• Participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and professional development

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Skills:

• Strong subject knowledge in history and related disciplines
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to engage and motivate adolescents
• Critical thinking and analytical instruction techniques
• Classroom management and organizational skills
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support varied learners
• Assessment and data analysis skills
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Adaptability and creativity in teaching approaches

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in History or a related field (required)
• Teaching qualification/certification (state teaching license, or equivalent)
• Master’s degree in History or Education (often preferred)

Experience:

• Prior teaching experience at middle or high school level (preferred)
• Experience with curriculum planning and assessment design
• Familiarity with educational technology and digital learning tools

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.