Social Science Teacher - Middle School

THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL - DUBAI; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL - DUBAI in Dubai is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver the established curriculum with accuracy and up-to-date subject knowledge, planning and delivering engaging lessons that cater for diverse learning styles.

You will assess, record and report student progress, monitor behaviour, support well-being, communicate with parents, and collaborate with colleagues on teaching materials, CPD and school events.

Qualifications

• Deliver the required curriculum with accuracy and up-to-date knowledge.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to cater for diverse learning styles.
• Assess, record and report student progress to ensure curriculum meets individual needs.
• Promote student wellbeing and maintain behavioural standards.
• Engage with parents and colleagues as part of CPD and school processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the established curriculum and demonstrate current subject knowledge.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students and adapt for different learning needs.
• Assess, record and report on student progress and attainment.
• Promote student wellbeing and provide academic guidance as required.
• Communicate with parents and participate in CPD and school initiatives.
• Lead or support co-curricular activities and school events as needed.

Skills

Teacher

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 (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 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
• §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.
• §Responsible for administrative tasks: Registration of students attendance checking students’ organizers, collation of statistics etc. when requested.
• §Supervising classes and students in cover arrangements.
• §Participating in Examination invigilation duties.
• §Undertake professional duties and organizational tasks as reasonable delegated by the Principal.

Skills

Teacher