UWCSEA East is looking for a Teacher of High School Business Management and Economics [Part-Time] from August 2026.
The appointee will part of the team who deliver our bespoke UWCSEA Economics courses in Grades 9 and 10 and there may be an opportunity to teach IBDP Business Management and Economics in Grade 11 and 12 as well.
Main Responsibilities
- Contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Business and Economics departments and to the broader High School teams.
- Construct learning experiences that challenge students, support the diversity of learners in each classroom, and demonstrate a strong commitment to concept-based teaching and learning.
- Ensure assessments support ongoing learning and provide timely, relevant and appropriate feedback to students on formative and summative assessments.
- Demonstrate effective classroom management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
- Keep parents informed about the learning of their children, and be proactive in communication with parents.
It should be noted that the College is a dynamic and high-energy environment: the rewards are high - but so are the demands on teacher's time and engagement.
Expectations and Standards
- Follow the and
- Teach in line with the
Person Specifications
- A degree and a teaching qualification is a prerequisite. Experience or interest in curriculum development is advantageous.
- Experience in teaching Business and Economics related courses to 14-16 year olds.
- Experience in teaching IBDP Business Management and Economics.
- An ability to engage with students and engender enthusiasm for learning.
- A willingness and eagerness to participate in the five key elements of a UWCSEA education: Academic Personal & Social Education Service Activities Outdoor Education.
- Enthusiastic participation in Professional Development, both that which is mandated by the College and that which is identified by the teacher.
- Open to the opportunity to lead a mentor group in the High School-Grades 9-12.
- An average yearly contribution of two sessions per week in each season to Activities and/or Service for full time staff. For a part-time role this expectation would be adjusted to be in keeping with part time staff's working hours.
- Enthusiastic participation in the curricular Outdoor Education experiences which are relevant to High School students and a willingness to occasionally volunteer Outdoor Education trips scheduled in holidays.
- An enthusiastic approach towards teaching within a multicultural environment.
- A flexible and collaborative approach.
- A commitment to diversity and inclusion alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners
Applications
The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.
