Business and Economics Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

PaRK International School is a top-tier international school based in the beautiful city of Lisbon, that aims to guide and inspire students to be happy and successful in their adult lives. The school has built a reputation for gaining outstanding academic results whilst ensuring every member of the community is treated as an individual. Students leave our school prepared for academic excellence, proficient in more than one language and comfortable with exploring their own academic curiosity through research and exploration. 

PaRK is a true international community serving students from over 60 different countries. PaRK students make friends for life and understand the importance of service within one’s neighbourhood and the World through practical engagement.

While PaRK is an organisation committed to academic excellence, we believe that this is only possible if we are also committed to the personal and professional growth of our staff. All staff are encouraged to engage in professional development activities, working with other colleagues to improve their practice and the practice of others. 
All staff at ParK IS are actively involved in the pastoral life of school, the school strives to ensure students reach their academic potential whilst still being able to develop key social skills needed to thrive later in life. The role will also offer the opportunity for contribution to co-curricular clubs and enrichment.

To join our team, in August 2025, we are looking for a well-qualified and talented teacher of Business and Economics.

In addition to your interest in this role, you might also be interested in our annual in-person global career event, taking place in London on Saturday 18th January 2025. This school and up to 35 other schools from across the UK and international Inspired Education network will be attending and looking to speak to people seeking a new teaching role from August 2025. For more information and to register your interest in the event, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/3761/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver high-quality instruction aligned with GCSE, A-Level, or IBDP Economics and Business curricula, ensuring students grasp key concepts and frameworks.

• Foster a stimulating learning environment by encouraging critical thinking, real-world applications, and student engagement in business and economics discussions.

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons, addressing individual learning needs and ensuring all students are challenged appropriately.

• Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative assessments to support academic growth and meet learning targets.

• Incorporate modern technology into lessons to enhance teaching and learning, utilizing tools and platforms that make economic and business concepts more accessible.

• Promote student well-being, creating a supportive classroom environment where students feel confident to ask questions and explore ideas.

• Encourage participation in extracurricular activities, such as business competitions, trips, and student-led projects, to enhance practical learning experiences.

• Collaborate with colleagues to support the development and implementation of cross-curricular activities and school-wide initiatives.

• Engage with parents and stakeholders, providing regular updates on student progress and maintaining clear communication.

• Commit to continuous professional development, staying informed on current trends in education and economics to continually enhance the learning experience.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A relevant degree in Economics, Business, or a related field, with a valid teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
• Proven experience teaching Economics and Business at the secondary level, with knowledge of GCSE, A-Level, or IBDP curricula.
• Strong ability to inspire and engage students, fostering a passion for economics, business, and critical thinking.
• Experience in using formative and summative assessments to track student progress and meet challenging academic targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building trust with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, ensuring inclusivity in the classroom.
• Proficiency in integrating technology and modern teaching methods to enhance student learning.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with advancements in business and economics education.
• A collaborative approach to teaching, contributing to team initiatives and school development plans.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare in the academic and pastoral settings.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.