Teacher of Social Science

Professional Qualification

Qualified Teacher

Status Degree in Subject

(or related) Specialism 2:2 Hons or better

in appropriate subject

Experience

Successful

teaching experience in appropriate sector Ability to teach

up to A-Level in specialism Ability to teach

to second subjects

Knowledge & Skills

Good classroom

practitioner Good knowledge and

understanding of curriculum and teaching and learning issues related to

subject(s) Good communication

skills Ability to work to

deadlines ICT literate Ability to present

relevant information clearly and accurately Knowledge of

learning styles and pedagogical theory Understanding of a

broad range of current relevant educational issues/initiative

Professional Development

Commitment to

continuous professional development Ability to reflect

upon and learn from own practice Evidence of any

additional training/experience in subject area Appropriate

professional training or networking further to basic teaching qualification

Personal Qualities

Passion/enthusiasm

for teaching and learning Hard-working High expectations

of students Empathy with

children/parents who are experiencing difficulties Able to work as a

member of a team Integrity Approachability Self-awareness A sense of humour A keenness for

further professional development A readiness to

take risks

Interests / Motivation (relevant to the job)

Willingness to

work in close partnership with staff, parents and other professionals Interests beyond

education Ability and

readiness to contribute to extra curricular activities

Commitment

Commitment to the

school, pupils and parents Commitment to

equal opportunities and a willingness to promote spiritual, social, moral and

cultural development Commitment to

raising achievement Commitment to

inclusion and the belief that all young people can achieve