Geography Educator

Job Title: Geography Educator

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Geography Educator to join our team at Academics. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in engaging students with the world around them, helping them understand complex geographical concepts and human-environment interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and comprehensive geography lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, adapting to the needs of students with varying abilities.
• Teach a broad range of topics, including physical geography (e.g., climate, landforms) and human geography (e.g., urbanisation, globalisation), ensuring students develop a deep understanding of key concepts.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback while maintaining strong communication with parents and guardians.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the geography curriculum, ensuring alignment with the National Curriculum and exam board specifications.
• Lead and support extracurricular activities such as geography clubs, field trips, or environmental projects to deepen students' engagement with the subject.
• Stay current with the latest educational trends and best practices in geography teaching through continuous professional development.
• Maintain effective classroom management strategies, upholding school behaviour policies to create a focused and respectful learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to offer cross-curricular learning opportunities that enhance students' understanding of geography in relation to other subjects.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with a specialisation in Geography or a related field.
• A degree in Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience teaching geography at the secondary level, ideally across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Key Stage 5 experience is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum and relevant exam specifications (GCSE, A-Level).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to make geography engaging and accessible to all students.
• A commitment to fostering a love for geography, promoting inclusivity, and supporting the diverse needs of all learners.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach, with a strong dedication to contributing to the wider school community.