High School Social Studies: Civics Teacher

Overview

Responsibilities:

• Deliver the Civics (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan (PPKn)) curriculum effectively, utilizing diverse teaching strategies to accommodate varying learning needs
• Demonstrate expertise in Civics, ensuring that instruction is aligned with the latest educational standards and practices.
• Ensure alignment with government-mandated educational standards
• Promote a deep understanding of the principles of Pancasila and the Indonesian Constitution, encouraging students to apply these principles in real-world situations and fostering civic responsibility
• Facilitate discussions on current national and international events, connecting these to the broader concepts of citizenship, democracy, and governance
• Engage students in community service and civic participation projects that reinforce the importance of active citizenship and contributing to society
• Incorporate culturally relevant content and examples that reflect the diversity of Indonesia and promote national unity
• Actively develop the JIS Learning Dispositions—Resilience, Resourcefulness, Relating, and Reflecting—within students through intentional teaching methods and curriculum integration
• Work closely with the Head of Department and the Head of the Indonesian Educational Program to plan cooperatively and develop curriculum, maintaining a positive, professional school climate
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the written curriculum, including interdisciplinary connections with other social studies subjects
• Collaborate with Bahasa and Religion divisions, as well as Social Studies faculty, to ensure cross-curricular connections and consistent instructional practices
• Participate actively in professional development, accepting and acting on professional feedback
• Stay current with the latest developments in Indonesian Civics education and instructional methodologies, particularly those required by the Indonesian government
• Engage with the JIS Growth and Appraisal process to continuously refine teaching practices and align with educational standards
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to guide the next learning steps, providing effective feedback to shape student learning experiences
• Collaborate with the Student Support Team, implementing Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and supporting students’ diverse needs
• Foster a school culture of respect, identity, and pride among students, parents, and colleagues
• Build positive interpersonal relationships, actively engaging in Child Safeguarding Practices and promoting positive interactions among our diverse student body
• Empower students to take responsibility for their learning and actions, encouraging self-directed learning and personal growth
• Lead extracurricular activities that enhance student collaboration, performance, teaming, talent, and leadership
• Organize and actively participate in school trips, including multi-day and overnight excursions, to enrich students’ educational experiences
• Collaborate with department teams, schoolwide teams, and the Student Support Team to enhance educational outcomes
• Communicate effectively with all members of the JIS community, ensuring clear and open communication channels
• Adapt to both asynchronous and synchronous online teaching formats when necessary
• Utilize digital tools and platforms such as Platform Merdeka Mengajar to support teaching and learning
• Identify and seek support from peers and administration when in need, and provide peer support to maintain a collaborative work environment
• Embrace and promote the JIS Learning Dispositions: Resilience, Resourcefulness, Relating, and Reflecting
• Perform other related duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the High School Principal, Head of Department, or Head of the Indonesian Educational Program

Requirements:

• Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Pancasila and Civic Education, Civic Education, Law Science, State Administration, or Constitutional Law. Master’s degree preferred
• Valid teaching credential in a related field
• At least five years of teaching experience in Pancasila and Indonesian Civics, preferably in an international school setting
• Knowledge of Curriculum 2013 is required
• Knowledge of Curriculum Merdeka and the Pancasila Project is preferred
• Ability to teach at least one other Social Studies course is an advantage
• Skilled in employing contemporary educational models and instructional strategies to enhance curriculum delivery and student learning outcomes
• Prior experience in an international school setting is preferred
• Committed to a student-centered approach and differentiated instruction
• Active participation in a Professional Learning Community, collaborating on course design, lesson delivery, and assessment
• Openness to new ideas and diverse perspectives
• Willingness to engage in student advisory and pastoral programs
• Experience in leading extracurricular activities such as drama, sports, clubs, or music is advantageous
• Strong commitment to child safeguarding, service learning, and environmental stewardship

Tagged as: guru pkn, guru ppkn, kewarganegaraan, PKN, ppkn

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