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Overview The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School. Our High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program. The Village School is an international community in Houston, Texas, providing a world-class education to our private day and boarding school students. We adhere to the highest academic standards, developing lifelong learners and global citizens who think critically, collaborate genuinely, and give of themselves generously. Ranked nationally for STEAM education and for the diversity of our international student body. Proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global network of schools. Position Summary / Job Goals To deliver high-quality Business Management instruction that sets ambitious academic expectations and supports all learners in achieving strong outcomes. The High School Business Management Teacher fosters analytical thinking, ethical reasoning, financial literacy, and strategic decision-making skills. Instruction emphasizes real-world application, case study analysis, data interpretation, and entrepreneurial thinking within a global context. The teacher creates a safe, respectful, and intellectually engaging learning environment that prepares students for university-level study and global business environments. Qualifications / Training Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business Management or a related field. Teaching certification or equivalent professional training. Strong pedagogical understanding of Business Management instruction, assessment, and differentiation. Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development. IB Diploma Programme and/or AP experience preferred. Experience / Knowledge Demonstrates expert knowledge of Business Management content and effective instructional practices. Designs coherent sequences of lessons that deepen understanding and build complex skills. Uses formative and summative assessment to guide instruction, diagnose learning needs, and provide actionable feedback. Understands how young people develop and learns to personalize instruction based on ability, background, interests, and learning needs. Creates and maintains high expectations for student progress, behaviour, and classroom culture. IB and/or AP experience is preferred. Attributes Holds high professional and ethical standards; models integrity and respect. Builds positive, productive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Flexible, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement. Encourages curiosity, resilience, and a growth mindset in learners. Collaborates effectively and contributes positively to the wider school community. Culturally responsive, inclusive, and committed to student wellbeing and success. Reports to / Evaluated by High School Director (or designated instructional leader) Major Responsibilities and Duties Set ambitious expectations for all students and take responsibility for their academic progress in Business Management. Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that promote deep understanding, problem-solving, and higher-order thinking. Create a safe, respectful, and stimulating classroom environment rooted in high standards of behaviour and mutual respect. Use assessment data to monitor learning, adjust instruction, differentiate support, and provide timely, meaningful feedback. Communicate regularly with parents and colleagues regarding student progress, achievement, and wellbeing. Participate actively in professional learning, reflect on teaching practice, and implement strategies to improve student outcomes. Contribute to extracurricular activities, school events, and wider NAE initiatives, fostering collaboration and global citizenship. Uphold safeguarding, inclusion, and the school's values in all interactions. Village Believes that Effective Employees are Accountable - Establishes a high performing culture and accepts accountability for organizational performance. Strategic - Leads opportunity and is committed to continuous improvement aligned with the organizational vision and direction. Collaborative - Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational outcomes. Entrepreneurial - Creates organizational value for diverse stakeholders and achieves commercial success. Enabling - Drives excellence through valuing and developing others. Agile - Achieves personal and organizational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment. Resilient - Demonstrates personal resilience within a demanding environment of high expectations. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the employee or Village to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organization. EEO / Compliance We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years. #J-18808-Ljbffr VILLAGE SCHOOL

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