History Teacher - Portugal, Europe - August 2026 start

A prestigious international school in Portugal is seeking a dedicated and versatile Teacher of History (IGCSE & A‑Level) to join its team. The successful candidate will deliver engaging humanities lessons while inspiring students to develop a genuine passion for historical inquiry. This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys working with teenagers and is motivated by an individualized, innovative learning environment that encourages curiosity and growth.

Overview

Portugal is one of the best places in Europe for wonderful work-life balance and teaching in Portugal offers great opportunity to absorb culture and history while doing what you love.  Portugal is known for its friendly locals and a relatively low cost of living, and teachers will be able to settle in fast in their local community and feel right at home with ease. 

The school

A prestigious international school located in Cascais, Portugal offers a distinctive Montessori approach that blends academic excellence with individualized learning. Set in a vibrant coastal community, the school provides students with a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and creativity. With a focus on holistic development, it integrates rigorous academics with experiential opportunities, fostering both intellectual growth and personal confidence.

Job highlights

• Experience the Portuguese Culture Be part of a sought-after


• International Montessori School


• Work with a collaborative team in an amazing environment


• Small class sizes


• A competitive salary is offered, in accordance with experience

The ideal candidate

• Bachelor of Education Degree in specialism subject


• Essential: Demonstrated experience guiding students through IGCSE and A‑Level History examinations, with the ability to also teach Economics or another humanities subject


• Desirable: Background in the Montessori Adolescent Programme or willingness to undertake training, which can be provided for the right candidate.


• Faith-based commitment: Enthusiastic spirit and genuine interest in contributing to a values-driven school community


• Collaborative teamwork: Ability to work closely with colleagues to integrate learning across the whole school


• Organizational strength: Skilled in managing classroom resources effectively and maintaining a well-structured learning environment

Facts & Figures

Location: Cascais, Portugal  

Job type: Contract

Duration: 1 year (renewable)

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package

About ASQ:  The perfect match between international schools and candidates

ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional International schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions. 

Kindly send your 2-page Word Document CV to: Stacey Shaw or apply directly online at www.asq-international.com.

 We look forward to hearing from you.

If your application has been successful, we will contact you within 5 days.

Please note, even if you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will keep your details on file in the ASQ Education talent pool, as you could be perfect for one of our future international positions.