Economics Teacher - Sixth Form College - Richmond

A leading and academically focused Sixth Form College in Richmond is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Economics Teacher to join our Humanities department. We are looking for an educator who can inspire students to develop a deep understanding of economic principles and theories, preparing them for success in higher education and future careers. About Our Learning Community: Our college is committed to providing a stimulating and challenging learning environment that fosters academic excellence and prepares students for top universities. We encourage students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a passion for lifelong learning. The Economics department is a collaborative and supportive team, dedicated to delivering engaging and rigorous lessons. About the Role: Deliver engaging and challenging Economics lessons to A-Level students, focusing on examination board specifications. Develop and implement lesson plans that incorporate a variety of teaching strategies, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations. Facilitate student-led discussions and debates, encouraging critical analysis of economic issues and policies. Assess student progress through essays, presentations, and examinations, providing detailed and constructive feedback. Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Economics curriculum, ensuring it aligns with current economic trends and best practices in economics education. Support students with university applications, including Oxbridge preparation, and provide guidance on career pathways in economics and related fields. Organize and lead extracurricular activities, such as economics clubs, guest speaker events, and participation in economics competitions, to enhance student learning and provide opportunities for practical application of skills. Ideal Candidate: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong academic background in Economics, Finance, or a related field. Extensive experience teaching Economics to A-Level, with a proven track record of achieving excellent student results. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills, with the ability to present complex economic concepts in an accessible manner. A deep understanding of economic principles, theories, and policies, both microeconomic and macroeconomic. Commitment to fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and a passion for economics in young people. Ability to use technology effectively to enhance economics teaching and learning. Benefits: Competitive salary (commensurate with sixth form college pay scales). Access to excellent resources and facilities, including a well-stocked library, online databases, and economic research tools. Opportunities for continuous professional development in economics education and related fields. A collaborative and supportive team environment within a leading sixth form college committed to academic excellence. To Apply: Please send your CV