Dynamic Classroom Teacher: Inspire Learning & Growth

GEMS Education; Sharjah; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Sharjah invites applications for a teaching role focused on delivering high-quality curriculum across subjects. The role emphasizes aligning with GEMS core values, safeguarding, and ongoing professional development.

As a Skilled teacher, you will plan engaging lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support learning and wellbeing. You will engage with parents and contribute to co-curricular activities, promoting a love of learning.

Qualifications

• Solid commitment to teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication skills to build relationships with students and colleagues.

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 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.
• 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 (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 and promote a love of learning.
• 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.

Job description

GEMS Education in Sharjah invites applications for a teaching role focused on delivering high-quality curriculum across subjects. The role emphasizes aligning with GEMS core values, safeguarding, and ongoing professional development.

As a Skilled teacher, you will plan engaging lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support learning and wellbeing. You will engage with parents and contribute to co-curricular activities, promoting a love of learning.