Social Studies Teacher

Social Studies Teacher

American School Dhahran (ASD) Oct 29, 2025

Position Description

LOCATION Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
SCHOOL / SITE American School Dharan
DIVISION / DEPARTMENT High School
POSITION TYPE Teacher
SUBJECT / STAGES Social Studies
WORKS DAYS / HOURS 191/8
POSITION STATUS Full Time
SALARY CODE Teacher
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS International, Saudi National, Dependent
POSITION START DATE Aug 1, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE Until filled
REPORTS TO Brent Wingers, Principal
REQUISITION NUMBER 04-2627-009

Summary

We are looking for a social studies teacher who will be part of a dynamic and highly successful social studies department. The position carries responsibility for teaching high school students.

Position Duties

The successful candidate will be able to effectively:

• Demonstrate commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection).
• Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum.
• Deliver an active, hands-on, and student-centered programme to promote learning in social studies courses for high school level students, including possible AP and/or IBDP courses.
• Maintain students' attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work and assignments.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
• Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class.
• Observe, monitor, and record student progress.
• Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Support district and school initiatives with professionalism.
• Demonstrate creativity.
• Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
• Provide supervision to students in “after-school activity” or coach/assistant coach an athletic team.
• Maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or the Assistant Principal.

Qualifications and Knowledge

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred)
• Certification as a teacher.

Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

Experience

• Experience as a social studies teacher at a high school, including teaching AP and/or IBDP courses.

Skills

• Excellent command of English, both written and oral.
• Highly developed classroom management skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Maturity to handle a range of situations.
• Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality.