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THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOL - DUBAI
Dubai, UAE
Posted 2024/10/17 14:43:52
Expires 2024-12-16
Ref: JB5203301
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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
- Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning.
- Strong subject knowledge in relevant area.
- Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life.
- Excellent IT skills
- Able to bring innovation in teaching.
Job Details
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Company Industry
Primary/Secondary Education
Company Type
Employer (Private Sector)
Job Role
Teacher
Joining Date
2024-11-11
Employment Status
Full time
Employment Type
Full Time Employee
Manages Others
No
Preferred Candidate
Career Level
Mid Career - Over 2 years experience
Years of Experience
Min: 3 Max: 5
Residence Location
United Arab Emirates
Degree
Masters
About This Company
The Westminster School is one of the largest international schools in the GCC region offering British curriculum to over 61 different nationalities. Our curriculum is founded on the four core values of Leadership Qualities, Universal Values, Forward Thinking and World Citizenship, which brings a breadth of vision to the educational program and extracurricular activities offered at The Westminster School, where students effectively learn to take their decisions independently, solve problems creatively, and interact positively with others, irrespective of the society they are placed in.