Social Studies Teacher

Start date:
August, 2026

Posted: 1 day ago

Job Type:Full-time
Contract Length:2 years
Work Type:On-site
Job Type
Full-time
Contract Length
2 years
Work Type
On-site
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Job Description

Required Qualifications:

  • Passion for serving God in the context of Social Studies and education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, History, or related field
  • Valid Teacher Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s)
  • Have or willing to receive training for AP History courses

·   (Must be able to meet necessary requirements for ACSI certification)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two or more years of successful teaching experience
  • Prior experience in an international school
  • Master’s Degree in Education, History, or related field
  • Ability to teach multiple AP courses (AP World History, APUSH, & possibly others) as well as Middle School and regular High School Social Studies courses

Subject & Grade Level

Subject(s) You'll Teach:
Business - Economics, Computer Programming, Geography, History

Job Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Leave
Relocation Assistance
Housing Support
Professional Development
Travel Benefits
Benefit Details:

Free education for staff kids and medical insurance

Job Requirements

Want to stand out? Make sure your profile matches these job requirements to get your application noticed.
Eligible Candidates:
Certified Teacher
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Teaching Experience:
1+ years
Licenses & Certifications:
Teaching Credential/License
Additional School Requirements:

Professional Characteristics:

  • Teaches/leads from a Christ-centered worldview
  • Effectively collaborates in team settings
  • Demonstrates superb communication skills
  • Uses data to adapt curriculum and refine instruction
  • Operates from a growth mindset, able to reflect, learn, and progress
  • Articulates high expectations with students, parents, and colleagues
  • Shows a love of learning that translates into a positive, rigorous classroom culture
  • Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual
  • Utilizes technology to enhance student learning and partner with parents
  • Exhibits a passion for equipping students to think critically, solve problems, and exercise self-discipline
  • Interacts with people in a culturally intelligent manner
  • Lives out faith in a way that facilitates discipleship, mentoring, and relationship building with students


Role Specific Responsibilities/Qualifications:

  • Teaches Social Studies courses for both middle school and high school students
  • Collaborates with department, middle and high school teams, and administration around student progress
  • Other duties as assigned

About Kigali International Community School

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Our Vision:

To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.

Our Vision:

To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.

This Is What Makes KICS Stand Out:

  • An international school with over 27 nationalities represented
  • First US-accredited school in Rwanda
  • Fully accredited member of MSA and ACSI
  • Christ-Centered worldview
  • Rigorous US-Accredited academics, with advanced placement (AP) classes offered in high school
  • College & career preparation
  • Official national site for ACT, SAT, PSAT, and AP exams
  • Learning support available
  • Small class sizes
  • Qualified & Passionate Staff
  • Fine Arts & Athletics Programs
  • Sports and extracurriculars

Our Commitment

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.

Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

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Social Studies Teacher

Kigali, Rwanda
Start date: August, 2026
Posted 1 day ago
Job Type:Full-time
Contract Length:2 years
Work Type:On-site
Job Type
Full-time
Contract Length
2 years
Work Type
On-site
Close Icon

Job Description

Required Qualifications:

  • Passion for serving God in the context of Social Studies and education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, History, or related field
  • Valid Teacher Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s)
  • Have or willing to receive training for AP History courses

·   (Must be able to meet necessary requirements for ACSI certification)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two or more years of successful teaching experience
  • Prior experience in an international school
  • Master’s Degree in Education, History, or related field
  • Ability to teach multiple AP courses (AP World History, APUSH, & possibly others) as well as Middle School and regular High School Social Studies courses

Subject & Grade Level

Subject(s) You'll Teach:
Business - Economics, Computer Programming, Geography, History

Job Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Leave
Relocation Assistance
Housing Support
Professional Development
Travel Benefits
Benefit Details:

Free education for staff kids and medical insurance

Job Requirements

Want to stand out? Make sure your profile matches these job requirements to get your application noticed.
Eligible Candidates:
Certified Teacher
Minimum Education:
Bachelor
Teaching Experience:
1+ years
Licenses & Certifications:
Teaching Credential/License
Additional School Requirements:

Professional Characteristics:

  • Teaches/leads from a Christ-centered worldview
  • Effectively collaborates in team settings
  • Demonstrates superb communication skills
  • Uses data to adapt curriculum and refine instruction
  • Operates from a growth mindset, able to reflect, learn, and progress
  • Articulates high expectations with students, parents, and colleagues
  • Shows a love of learning that translates into a positive, rigorous classroom culture
  • Embraces diversity and values the contributions of each individual
  • Utilizes technology to enhance student learning and partner with parents
  • Exhibits a passion for equipping students to think critically, solve problems, and exercise self-discipline
  • Interacts with people in a culturally intelligent manner
  • Lives out faith in a way that facilitates discipleship, mentoring, and relationship building with students


Role Specific Responsibilities/Qualifications:

  • Teaches Social Studies courses for both middle school and high school students
  • Collaborates with department, middle and high school teams, and administration around student progress
  • Other duties as assigned

Our Commitment

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.

Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

About Kigali International Community School

School image

Our Vision:

To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.

Our Vision:

To impact the world for Christ by preparing servant-leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service above self, and a lifestyle of participation over apathy.

This Is What Makes KICS Stand Out:

  • An international school with over 27 nationalities represented
  • First US-accredited school in Rwanda
  • Fully accredited member of MSA and ACSI
  • Christ-Centered worldview
  • Rigorous US-Accredited academics, with advanced placement (AP) classes offered in high school
  • College & career preparation
  • Official national site for ACT, SAT, PSAT, and AP exams
  • Learning support available
  • Small class sizes
  • Qualified & Passionate Staff
  • Fine Arts & Athletics Programs
  • Sports and extracurriculars