Head of Science
Job Description
Head of Science
Star Mirdif
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date Added: Nov 23, 2022
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Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, and dispositions
Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behaviour which are expected of pupils
Accountability of pupils’ attainment, progress, and outcomes
Awareness of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
Guidance of pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
Knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
Encouraging pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study
Sound knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
Critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas
Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of Standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject
Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
Promote a love of learning and pupil’s intellectual curiosity
Set homework when appropriate and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s)
The ability to differentiate appropriately, using approaches that enable pupils to be taught effectively
A sound understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these
Awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of pupils, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development
A clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them
Assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements
Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond positively to the feedback
Represent areas of knowledge, understanding and skills to students
Lead by example in the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion
Engage and motivate students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits
Use excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to experience amazing learning
Make full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels
Plan lessons taking full account of students’ individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities
Encourage and enable all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners
Maintain excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school
Plan and deliver a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum
Co-operate with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment
Communicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child
Model good practice of academic practices
Contribute actively to department discussions in academic meetings
Contribute to and plan after-school activities as required
Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc.
Play a leading role in cultivating a school ethos founded on our 3 Pillars; Learning for Self, Learning for Change, Learning for All
Contribute to the development and provision of the highest quality of education at Star International School Mirdif
Make sure that young people of all abilities and backgrounds fulfil their potential
Promote a positive ethos across the school based on the school vision/values and a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of students, staff, and the wider school community
Other responsibilities as reasonably requested
Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation
Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of all students’ individual educational needs
Set and mark work to be carried out by the students in school, online, at home and elsewhere as appropriate
Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters
Make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of students
Take part as appropriate in whole school development and share and promote best practice
Education:
Relevant teaching qualification: minimum of a BEd or BA/BSc + PGCE/QTS
Experience:
3 years of teaching experience in a British school either internationally or in the UK.
Experience of delivering IGCSE/GCSE Science
2 years leadership experience as a Head of Science
Excellent working knowledge of the latest UK practice and the new National Curriculum of England Familiarity with the national curriculum for England Excellent IT skills, communication skills, and command of the English language, in spoken and written form A collaborative team-player with excellent personal skills. Knowledge and understanding of the Dubai KHDA framework
Collaborative team player, inspirational speaker, empathetic listener
Integrity and confidentiality
Internationally minded
Emotional intelligence
Intercultural awareness, creative
Online and classroom teaching experience
Flexible and a can-do attitude
