Social Studies Teacher

GEMS Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver the UAE Social Studies curriculum, plan engaging lessons, and use a range of materials to meet diverse learner needs. You will assess progress, maintain records, and contribute to the school’s ethos of excellence.

You will collaborate with colleagues, participate in PD, and support pastoral and co-curricular activities, including events and community communication with parents.

Qualifications

• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students.
• Create and utilise appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.
• Assess, record and report on student progress and attainment.
• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver UAE Social Studies curriculum with up-to-date content.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students using varied materials.
• Assess, record and report on student progress and attainment.
• Maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, and resources.
• Promote student wellbeing and provide guidance on academic and pastoral matters.
• Communicate with parents and engage in school events and PD.

Job description

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS CoreValues.
• Deliver the required curriculum esp. UAE Social Studies ; 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 recordsof curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans etc.
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times includingChild Protection.
• Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teachingstrategies 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 toensure 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 oneducational and pastoral matters.
• Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (e.g. Ministry of Education officials).
• Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and ProfessionalDevelopment (PD). Take an active role in own PD.
• 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 [minimum of 2 hours] 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 toencourage 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-housecompetitions, 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 additionalcommitment.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.