Civic Education Teacher at Blooms Academy

Job Summary

• The Civic Education Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing lessons that promote civic knowledge, democratic values, social responsibility, and national consciousness among students.
• The teacher helps students understand their rights, duties, and roles as responsible citizens, fostering patriotism, ethical behavior, and participation in community life.

Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning:

• Prepare and deliver engaging Civic Education lessons aligned with the national curriculum and school standards.
• Employ a variety of teaching strategies—discussion, debate, projects, case studies, and simulations—to encourage critical thinking and civic engagement.
• Integrate moral, social, and leadership values into daily instruction.
• Design and implement lesson plans, instructional materials, and learning activities that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Use current events, community issues, and real-life examples to make learning relevant and meaningful.

Assessment and Record-Keeping:

• Conduct formative and summative assessments in line with school policy.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ academic progress, attendance, and behavior.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents.

Citizenship and Leadership Development:

• Organize civic projects, debates, awareness campaigns, and community service activities.
• Support clubs and initiatives that promote leadership, patriotism, and social responsibility (e.g., Press Club, Debate Club, Citizenship Club).
• Encourage respect for diversity, human rights, and peaceful coexistence.

Classroom and Behavior Management:

• Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment.
• Model ethical behavior, discipline, and civic virtues in and outside the classroom.
• Enforce school policies fairly and consistently.

Professional and School Involvement:

• Participate in departmental meetings, staff development, and school-wide programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum development and co-curricular planning.
• Engage in continuous professional development to improve teaching effectiveness.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civic Education, Social Studies, Political Science, Education, or related field.
• Certification: Teaching qualification (e.g., NCE, PGDE, B.Ed.) required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years teaching experience preferred.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate students and promote civic engagement.
• Knowledge of national curriculum standards and 21st-century teaching methods.
• Commitment to moral and value-based education.