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

Job summary

GEMS Education in Sharjah is seeking an experienced teacher to deliver the required curriculum with up-to-date knowledge, plan and deliver engaging lessons, and adapt to varied learning needs. The role emphasizes classroom management, assessment, and collaborative planning within a supportive school community.

You will contribute to CPD, participate in co-curricular activities, and maintain open communication with parents to promote student progress and the GEMS values.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students and cater for different learning styles.
• Assess, record and report on student progress and adapt teaching to individual needs.
• Incorporate media and technology effectively in the classroom.
• Communicate with parents and stakeholders about student progress and school initiatives.
• Participate in CPD and school events, curricular planning, and pastoral arrangements.
• Maintain classroom discipline and foster a positive learning environment.

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.