English Teacher

Job Description

About The Role

We at GEMS International School, Al Khail are looking for an experienced middle school English Teacher to join our team for the Academic Year commencing August 2023. The successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who is excited to join our world class school and is driven to provide education at an exceptional level. GEMS teachers enjoy an outstanding school environment in which to deliver a dynamic and creative curriculum to motivated students. At GIS our teachers are supported by highly qualified staff in world-class facilities. Our diverse international community is encouraged to develop intercultural understanding and respect. Our aim is to be a world-class IB school that maximizes every student’s learning and character to enable them to choose their own successful path and positively contribute to the local and global society.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent specializing in English language;
• A minimum of 3 years of solid and demonstrable experience teaching Science, ideally within an IB Curriculum School, however this is not mandatory;
• The experience, personality and educational philosophy to drive further, the education agenda at this flagship GEMS school with an international student body
• The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
• Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career

Job Description includes but not limited to:

• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilize 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
• 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.

• 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 (e.g. 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

About Your Benefits

An excellent remuneration package is on offer to the successful candidate including

• competitive tax free salary,
• annual flight allowance for self plus dependent
• premium medical insurance for self plus dependent
• life insurance
• residence visa
• tuition fee concession for one child
• other benefits in line with the UAE labour law.

About GEMS

Trusted for over 60 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 170,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division.

About The School

GEMS International School, Dubai Hills, opened in September, 2013, as a premier school offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. With a strong multicultural student body and faculty of over 93 nationalities, we educate our students on the importance of Respect, Trust and Ambition (the three values in our school culture which underlie all we do). Through developing these core personal and social skills, and maintaining the GEMS Education ethos of learning for life and philanthropy, our students become truly global citizens. This year we have introduced the IB Career-related Programme to our pathways post-16 and also the Tareeqi Programme, our in-house KHDA approved SEN pathway. Our community is known for its warmth and inclusivity, with student leadership and responsibility (at all ages) highly valued. Our school is committed to digital citizenship and our dedicated Digital Learning Coaches enable students to discover ways that technology can assist and enhance their learning. Our students are not the only learners: our faculty is dedicated to self-improvement and sharing best practice through the highest levels of professional development.

To learn more please visit http://www.gemsinternationalschool-alkhail.com/

About Application Process

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application.

To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

• Resume/CV

In line with the UAE’s Emiratisation goals, GEMS welcomes and encourages applications from UAE nationals to join our fast-growing team.

Important Note : GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment.

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