Founded in 1973, AISB is an accredited, private, non-profit international school. Based on an American educational model with English-taught courses, the high school focuses on critical thinking and inquiry-based learning. Students can customize their graduation pathway by combining an American High School Diploma, an IB Diploma, and a Global Impact Diploma. AISB is accredited by CIS and MSA, and is a member of CEESA, SCIS, IB, and ISTA.
AISB seeks an experienced and passionate part-time High School Social Studies Teacher to join our dynamic secondary faculty with a starting date of August 2026.
Qualified candidates with experience and skills matching the job description are invited to apply by submitting a cover letter and an updated CV to recruitment@aisb.hu by Friday, 19th June 2026.
The recruitment team will contact shortlisted candidates.
Reports To: High School Principal
Position overview:
The successful candidate will have a strong background and experience teaching social studies or humanities courses at the high school level. The position involves teaching two Grade 10 classes with a possible additional class of IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK).
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement school policies and procedures to support AISB’s Mission, Vision, and Values
- Teach Grade 10 Social Studies and possibly IB Theory of Knowledge
- Plan, deliver, and assess engaging, inquiry-based lessons that support a diverse, international student body
- Incorporate research-based teaching practices and maintain current curriculum documentation on school platforms such as Atlas and Veracross
- Use formative and summative assessment effectively to guide learning and provide timely, constructive feedback
- Design for learner variance and differentiate instruction to meet varied learning needs
- Plan and collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure curricular coherence, vertical alignment, and shared best practice
- Support students in developing critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and research skills
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress using school platforms (e.g., Veracross, Google Workspace)
- Maintain high expectations for student conduct, fostering a respectful and positive learning environment
- Integrate technology intentionally to enhance learning and engagement
- Participate actively in the life of the school, including co-curricular activities, Core Expeditions (overnight trips), faculty meetings, and professional learning communities
Qualifications & Experience:
Personal Attributes
- Communicates effectively in English, both in written and oral form
- Establishes cooperative and collaborative working relationships with staff, students, and parents through strong communication and empathy skills
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to thrive in a diverse, multicultural environment.
- Demonstrates strong organizational and time-management skills
- Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and a positive attitude and contributes to a positive school climate
- Demonstrates a growth mindset and enthusiasm for innovation in curriculum and pedagogy.
- Demonstrates an interdisciplinary mindset/thinking: inquisitive beyond the content area, possesses wide interests and is a connector and collaborator beyond disciplines
- Engages in professional inquiry for personal and collegial growth
- Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to inclusive learning.
- Commitment to fostering a student-centered learning environment.
- Experience integrating global citizenship and sustainability into teaching practice.
Knowledge:
- Demonstrates strong content knowledge and pedagogy in social studies, or related field, and a proven ability to make connections within and across disciplines
- Familiarity with inquiry-based learning, concept-based curriculum design, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) would be an advantage
- Understands Backward Design planning, and Standards-Based Teaching, Grading, and Reporting would be an advantage
- Demonstrates an understanding of typical developmental characteristics of adolescents
Degrees and experience:
- Holds a valid teaching certification (or equivalent) and teaching experience at the high school level.
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Studies, or a related field
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience teaching using the C3 Framework for Social Studies
- An ability to teach Theory of Knowledge (TOK) or a willingness to develop this capacity is highly desirable.
- Experience with Course Management software (e.g., Veracross, Google Apps) and online grading
Certification and/or experience supporting English Language Learners
AISB is an equal opportunity employer.
AISB takes child safeguarding measures seriously. Appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced criminal checks.
The school reserves the right to appoint a candidate to the position before the announced deadline if a suitable applicant is identified.
