Psychology Teacher - Part Time (IGCSE-IB)

Podar ORT International School (IB) · Maharashtra, India

Position Title - IGCSE / IB DP Psychology Teacher (Part-Time)

For an IB Continuum School

IGCSE / IB Diploma Programme (DP) Psychology Teacher - Part Time

Role Summary

The Psychology Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging, inquiry-based and student-centered lessons aligned with the Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme (DP) Psychology curriculum. The teacher will foster critical thinking, research skills, ethical understanding, and real-world application of psychological concepts within an international learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Psychology for IGCSE and/or IB DP (SL & HL) students
• Design lesson plans, assessments, assignments, and differentiated learning activities
• Prepare students for board examinations, internal assessments, and projects
• Promote inquiry-based and concept-driven learning as per IB philosophy
• Support students in research methodology, case studies, and psychological investigations
• Maintain student records, progress reports, and assessment documentation
• Participate in curriculum planning, departmental meetings, PTMs, and school events
• Integrate technology and global perspectives into classroom practices
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and academically stimulating classroom environment
• Collaborate with coordinators and faculty members across the IB Continuum framework

Pre-Requisites / Eligibility

• Master's Degree / Post Graduation in Psychology (Mandatory)
• B.Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification preferred
• Minimum 2-5 years of teaching experience in IGCSE, Cambridge, or IB DP curriculum
• Prior experience teaching IB DP Psychology is highly preferred
• Familiarity with IB Approaches to Teaching & Learning (ATL), TOK, CAS, and inquiry-based pedagogy
• Strong command over psychological theories, research methods, and assessment standards
• Excellent communication, classroom management, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Ability to work collaboratively in an international and multicultural environment
• IB Workshop Certification / IB Training will be an added advantage

Desired Competencies

• Student-centric and reflective teaching approach
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Passion for adolescent wellbeing and holistic education
• Creativity in lesson delivery and experiential learning
• Digital literacy and comfort with educational technology platforms
• Professional ethics and commitment to continuous learning

Nature of Appointment

• Part-Time (7.30AM to 2.30PM) - All Days

Preferred Experience in an IB Continuum School

Experience in schools offering combinations of PYP, MYP, IGCSE, and DP is advantageous, as students transition through inquiry-based and internationally benchmarked curricula.