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Job Description
- Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
- Deliver the required curriculum, demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
- Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilise appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.
- Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request. Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans etc.
- Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
- Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities eg late-entering students, ESL, low academic ability, gifted and talented etc.
- Set and mark work. Assess, record and report on the academic development, progress and attainment of students and use assessment to ensure the curriculum meets the individual student’s needs.
- Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
- Promote the general progress and well-being of students and provide guidance to students on educational matters.
- Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (eg Ministry of Education officials).
- Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study and pastoral arrangements.
- Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes in the school. Promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials and experiences.
- Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behavior. Plan and implement strategies to encourage self-discipline and manage disruptive behavior.
- Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
- Assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions (eg inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days etc).
- Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students’ progress while respecting the confidentiality of student-related information
- Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.
Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in teaching or relevant field.
- A minimum of 4-5 years' experience as a teacher.
- Proven experience of teaching Drama
- The ability to share your outstanding practice
- A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom
- Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
Job Details
Preferred Candidate
About This Company
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL - DUBAI
Education Dubai, United Arab Emirates http://www.themillenniumschool-dubai.com/The Millennium School is a leading academic institution in the UAE with a 23-year legacy. We nurture mindful, global citizens by creating empowering opportunities in a stimulating and challenging learning environment. The Millennium School is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, India. Pupils from ages 5 to 18 benefit from high quality teaching, a caring environment, extensive educational resources and modern facilities. Our ability to develop confident lifelong learners, self-aware leaders and independent problem solvers defines us as the school of the future. The school is a modern, forward thinking institution with a willingness to innovate that has seen the school thrive for twenty years. We belong to the Round Square network of schools that promotes an ethos of inclusion, self-reflection and values of mind and heart. In a supportive environment, the school offers a comprehensive Self Enhancement Programme that hones students’ skills and talents. Care, compassion and consideration form the DNA of the school. Students are valued and encouraged to be positive change makers. The Millennium School prides itself on the relationships we build with our students and the partnerships that we have with our parents.