Description
Inspire curiosity about the world, fostering an appreciation for geography, history, and civics, and helping students become thoughtful citizens.
Responsibilities
- Plan lessons covering history, geography, civics, and social issues.
- Assess progress through essays, projects, and class discussions.
- Maintain accurate records of progress and academic development.
- Integrate primary-source analysis and community-focused projects.
How to apply
We would love to hear about you and your approach to teaching.
Send your resume and cover letter
Email both to careers@fitra.ca with “Application: Social Studies Teacher” as the subject. In your cover letter, describe your relevant qualifications and experience, and tell us about your teaching philosophy.
Questions to reflect on
These questions from our team can help you shape your cover letter.
- In one or two sentences, what is the most important thing you want students to gain from your classroom?
- What motivates you to pursue a career in Islamic education?
- How do you encourage students to think critically rather than simply memorize information?
- How do you incorporate hands-on or experiential learning into your lessons?
- How do you establish a positive and respectful classroom culture at the beginning of the year?
- How do you naturally integrate Islamic values into your subject(s) and classroom environment?
- What do you believe makes an exceptional teacher?