Scalby Academy Β· Scarborough, Yorkshire and the Humber
Essential β’ A good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Geography β’ A teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) β’ A strong and secure subject knowledge in Geography up to GCSE β’ Recent and relevant teaching experience β’ Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 β’ Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students β’ A good understanding of curriculum developments in Geography β’ Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies β’ An understanding of how assessment for learning can improve student performance β’ Confidence in the use of standard computer packages and how these can be used to enhance
student learning β’ Able to use student level data to raise standards β’ Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team β’ Enthusiasm for your subject area β’ Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas β’ Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential
safeguarding issues β’ Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents β’ Able to communicate high expectations to all students β’ Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond Desirable β’ Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean