Form Tutor - Key Stage 2

THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOL - DUBAI; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westminster School - Dubai is seeking a skilled teacher to deliver high-quality lessons in line with curriculum standards and the school's ethos of excellence.

You will plan and deliver engaging learning experiences, assess progress, maintain records, use media and technology in the classroom, and communicate with parents and colleagues to support every student’s development; you will participate in CPD and school events.

Qualifications

• Solid commitment to teaching and learning.
• Experience delivering curriculum.
• Ability to adapt to diverse learners and ESL situations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students.
• Assess, record and report on student progress.
• Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, resources, assessment plans.
• Promote the use of media and technology in the classroom.
• Communicate with parents regularly about student progress.

Skills

Skilled teacher

Subject knowledge

Communication skills

IT skills

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.
• Strong IT/technology skills