Class Teacher – Grade 1 GEMS Education Teaching 07:48

AimGulf; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Millennium School – Sharjah is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher for Grade 1 to join their team. The role involves embracing and encouraging the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values, while promoting a love of learning and cultural awareness within the school community.

You will deliver the curriculum, plan and deliver quality lessons, and assess student progress, while contributing to CPD and school events, all on-site in Sharjah.

Responsibilities

• 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 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, etc.
• Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities.
• 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.
• 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 (e.g. 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 programs 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.
• Work in line with the ethos of the school, school vision and school mission.
• Ensure safe environment for students.
• Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding.
• Assist in the planning and organizing of school events and functions.
• 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

Tech in class

Job description

Work Mode:

On-site

Job Description / Role:

GEMS Millennium School – Sharjah is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher for Grade 1 to join their team. The role involves embracing and encouraging the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values, while promoting a love of learning and cultural awareness within the school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 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, 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 e.g. 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.
• 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 (e.g. 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 programs 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.
• Work in line with the ethos of the school, school vision and school mission.
• Ensure safe environment for students.
• Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding.
• Assist in the planning and organizing 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.
• 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 Required:

• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

About the Company:

Dubai headquartered private school operator and one of the world’s largest kindergarten to grade twelve providers. GEMS runs a wide network across the UAE and other markets, delivering British, American, Indian, and International Baccalaureate curricula at varied fee levels. It educates well over one hundred thousand students and employs thousands of teachers.

Company Industry:

Education & Academia Jobs

Department / Functional Area:

Teaching

Closing Date:

Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)