Primary School Teacher

Contract Length: ‎2 years
Number of Vacancies: ‎3
Student Level:
* Early Childhood, Elementary
Eligible Candidates:
* Licensed Teacher
Requirements:
* Education Required: Bachelor
* Minimum Teaching Experience: ‎2 years of teaching experience
* Major: Early Childhood Education or Primary School Educators
* Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License
Qualifications:*
* Bachelor's Degree in Education or higher OR a PGCE with a focus on Early Childhood Education or Primary School Education
* Teaching license from home country/province
* Must have completed a supervised practicum while earning Education Qualification
* Minimum of ‎2 years of teaching experience, preferably in a Canadian curriculum private school or international school setting.
* Strong knowledge and experience in student-centered learning, standards-based grading, and reporting principles, developing critical thinking skills in students, inquiry-based learning, and most importantly play-based learning.*
* Proficient in the use of technology in the classroom.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Passionate about teaching and committed to providing high-quality education to students.
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
* Experience with English Language Learners is preferable
Job Benefits:
* Renewable fixed-term contract and visa for ‎2 years
* Highly competitive tax-free salary
* Furnished accommodation or Housing Allowance
* Comprehensive health insurance
* Annual flight allowance
* Fee discount for dependent children
Job Description:
We are seeking dynamic and passionate Homeroom Teachers to join our Primary
School team at Maplewood Canadian International School. The successful
candidate will be responsible for teaching and developing young learners from
Kindergarten to Grade ‎5 in a student-centered environment that fosters a love
of learning. The ideal candidate will be experienced in standards-based
grading and reporting principles, inquiry-based learning, problem-solving,
developing critical thinking skills, and most importantly, play-based
learning.
This individual will support the MCIS core purpose:
"To ensure: Students graduate as engaged thinkers and creative innovators
with ethical, global perspectives, well prepared for the opportunities and
challenges of our changing world."
This highly motivated teacher will work within the Primary School Department,
which is led by forward-thinking practitioners who are keen to ensure all
students achieve to the best of their ability in an enjoyable classroom
environment.
Maplewood Canadian International School is a Canadian Curriculum school and
has full accreditation from Alberta Education which is the highest-performing
province in Canada. Canada consistently ranks in the top ‎2 - ‎3 countries in
the world on international standardized testing programs.
Students attending MCIS gain critical, creative, and innovative thinking
skills and receive an Alberta Education High School Diploma upon graduation.
This diploma is rated highly desirable in terms of accessing post-secondary
institutions around the world.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Maplewood Canadian International
School to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading Canadian School! The
successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and possess
a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.
Responsibilities:**
* Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment that promotes a love of learning.
* Plan and implement engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners and align with the Alberta Education Curriculum.
* Use a variety of teaching strategies and approaches to cater to a wide range of abilities.
* Foster critical thinking skills and encourage inquiry-based learning through open-ended questioning and exploration.
* Use play-based learning to facilitate student learning and development and support social/emotional well-being in the classroom.
* Incorporate technology and other resources into lessons to enhance learning experiences.
* Implement standards-based grading and reporting principles to monitor and report student progress.
* Collaborate with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum and instructional practices.
* Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, challenges, and achievements.
* Attend and participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and school events.
* Participate in extracurricular activities such as clubs, field trips, and school events.
If you are an experienced Homeroom Teacher with a passion for student-centered
learning and a proven track record of success in developing critical thinking
skills in students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.