Lower Elementary Teacher / 26 - 27

Teach Away Inc.; Gouvernement Hawalli; On-site; KWD 6,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Kuwait is seeking a dedicated teacher to create engaging lesson plans and foster a positive classroom environment. You will instruct students across key subjects, manage classroom dynamics, and report on student progress. Qualified candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in elementary education, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate creativity in lesson design.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in elementary education or a related field is typically required.
• Ability to clearly convey information to students, parents, and colleagues.
• Respond compassionately to students who may be struggling with new material.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver age-appropriate, interactive lesson plans.
• Establish clear classroom rules to ensure a safe learning atmosphere.
• Provide regular and timely feedback to parents on academic progress.

Skills

Communication

Patience and empathy

Creativity and resourcefulness

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Leadership

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in elementary education or a related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Must develop engaging lesson plans and foster a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment to encourage academic, social, and emotional development of the young students typically in grades K-2, across multiple basic subjects such as reading, writing and math.

Core duties and responsibilities

• Instruction and curriculum:
• • Create and deliver age-appropriate, interactive lesson plans that align with American/national school standards.
  • Instruct students in fundamental subjects, including reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students, with their different learning abilities and differences.
• Classroom management:
• • Establish clear classroom rules and expectations to ensure a safe and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Implement effective behavior management strategies that teach children proper conduct and reinforce positive social skills.
  • Supervise students during non-classroom activities, such as lunch, recess, and school events.
• Assessment and reporting:
• • Create, administer, and grade assignments, tests, and homework.
  • Use formative and summative assessments to observe and evaluate students' abilities, strengths, and weaknesses.
  • Provide regular and timely feedback to parents and guardians on their child's academic and behavioral progress and potential.
• Collaboration and communication:
• • Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, support staff and the Principle to evaluate curriculum and discuss initiatives.
  • Engage with parents and the broader school community to support student well-being and learning.
  • Participate in faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, and extracurricular school events.
• Administrative tasks:
• • Maintain accurate student records, including attendance and grades.
  • Prepare, organize and maintain teaching materials, resources, and classroom supplies.

Qualifications and skills

• Educational requirements:
• • A bachelor's degree in elementary education or a related field is typically required.
• Essential skills:
• • Communication: Clearly and effectively convey information to students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Patience and empathy: Respond compassionately to students who may be struggling with new material or behavioral challenges.
  • Creativity and resourcefulness: Design engaging lessons and inspire a love for learning.
  • Organizational skills: Manage lesson plans, materials, and student records efficiently.
  • Adaptability: Adjust teaching methods to accommodate the needs of diverse learners and respond to changing classroom dynamics.
  • Leadership: Guide and motivate students in the classroom and during activities.
  • Technology literacy: Use modern educational software, learning management systems, teaching enhancement tools in addition to proficiency with google workspace.