The United Nations International School (UNIS) is a Pre-K through Grade 12 independent school in Manhattan, serving a diverse, global community. Guided by the ideals of the United Nations, UNIS provides an inclusive learning environment where rigorous international programs foster academic excellence, creativity, innovation, and cross-cultural communication, inspiring students to help build a peaceful, compassionate, and sustainable world.
UNIS seeks an experienced and reflective educator to teach Humanities in Grades 9 and 10 and IB Diploma Program Economics (SL and HL). The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and global economics. They will inspire students to make meaningful connections to the real-life context of economics.
The position requires a teacher who can engage students in exploring the complexities and interdependence of economic activities in a rapidly changing world. The candidate will be expected to cultivate students' understanding of IB concepts including scarcity, choice, efficiency, equity, and sustainability while also developing their ability to apply economic reasoning to global challenges.