ICT Teacher

Description

Job Description


Position Details

Position Title

ICT Teacher

Department

Academic

Report to (Title) :

Head of Secondary

Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is a truly inclusive school based on the
outskirts of Abu Dhabi. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment
to ensuring all children are provided with personalised learning experiences
and the proper support to ensure they can make progress in learning in all
areas.

Core Purpose :


The purpose of the role of ICT Teacher is to promote a love for students of
all abilities at the school. They must share the responsibility for planning,
teaching and assessments of the subject that guides and encourages students to
develop and fulfil their academic potential as well as raise the standards of
student attainment and achievement. They must take responsibility for
promoting high standards of literacy and articulacy as well as set high
expectations and standards which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. The
ICT Teacher will be a suitably qualified educator with a proven capacity to
lead and effectively deliver teaching and learning to a very high standard.
They will be accountable for ensuring that children are inspired, motivated
and equipped to make as much progress with their learning as possible and as
independently as possible. The incumbent will work closely with colleagues and
support the work of the school. The CT Teacher will promote and model good
relationships with students, colleagues and parents. They will require
initiative, be empathetic and proactive, with a personable and positive
character. The post holder will be required to have a positive impact on the
work of the school e.g. through subject leadership and extra-curricular
activities.

Main Responsibilities:

LEARNING AND TEACHING
Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
* Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
* Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
* Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
* Be accountable for pupils ' attainment, progress and outcomes
* Be aware of pupils' capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
* Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
* Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
* Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study
Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
* Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils ' interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
* Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship
* Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English, whatever your specialist subject
Plan and teach well-structured lessons
* Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
* Promote a love of learning and children 's intellectual curiosity
* Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
* Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
* Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s)
* Contribute to the development of schemes of work and department resources
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
* Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively
* Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils ' ability to learn, and how best to overcome these
* Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils' education at different stages of development
* Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them
Make accurate and productive use of assessment
* Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including internal and external assessment requirements
* Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils ' progress
* Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
* Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback
Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning
environment
* Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school 's behaviour policy
* Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly
* Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils' needs in order to involve and motivate them
* Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary
Fulfil wider professional responsibilities
* Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school, including fulfilling extra-curricular activity expectations and other 'out of hours' requirements
* Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support
* Deploy support staff effectively
* Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues
* Contribute fully to the extra-curricular program within the department and assist in the organization and running of curriculum days.
* Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils' achievements and well-being
General
* To complete all other tasks that can be reasonably expected of a teacher
* To be fully aware of Health and Safety across the school
Health and Safety
* Emphasizes the importance of safety in all areas of the curriculum, communicating to the pupils the importance of a responsible attitude towards personal safety, the safety of others and respect for Aspen Heights British School 's property and equipment
* Perform all playground duties on time and with due diligence to safeguard Aspen students
* Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
* Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are being followed
* Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school

Communication with Parents
* Communicates with parents on a regular, informal basis and to deal with day to day queries
* Attends Parents' Evenings as required and to provide accurate, honest information regarding the progress of individuals at these meetings
* Reports to the parents in the form of written reports twice yearly or when required by the SLT
Staff Development, ECA & Cover
* Attends and participates fully, in Staff Development, staff meetings and briefings as set
* Provides cover for absent colleagues as and when necessary
* Contributes to the extra-curricular activity program to enrich the school experience for the pupils as reasonably directed by the SLT and ECA Coordinator

Personal a nd Professional Conduct
All teachers are expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of
personal and professional conduct.

Teachers must maintain high standards of ethics and behavior, within and
outside school, by:
* Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher 's professional position
* Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils' well-being
* Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others
* Not undermining fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
* Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils' vulnerability or might lead them to break the law
* Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality

Communication & Working Relationships

Internal

Staff
Students

External

Parents

Knowledge & Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications Required for the Role
*
Bachelor's Degree in teaching from an accredited institution
* Meet professional teacher education requirements of school
* Child Care and Protection

Minimum Years of Experience Required

‎3 years' full time teaching experience

Language Skills

English is mandatory

Special Skills and Abilities

Knowledge
* In-depth knowledge and understanding of School curriculum (English National Curriculum - Primary) and associated assessment methods
* Up to date curriculum developments
* Application of effective teaching and learning theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies)
* Proven leadership and management skills
* Experienced curriculum and team leader
* Strong planning and time management ability
* Interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy and patience
Skills
* The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team
* An effective and experienced communicator (written and verbal) to a variety of audiences
* High level of IT competency
Personal Attributes
* Passionate about delivering quality education
* Able to command respect of pupils, colleagues and parents
* Organised with proven ability to meet deadlines
* Driven by wanting to improve quality and develop the school
* Reliable with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality
* Critical thinker
* Able to command respect of pupils, colleagues and parents
* Safeguarding and welfare of children

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and
responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be
identified.

Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a
manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job
description.

Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming
environment to visitors and telephone callers.

The International Schools Partnership

Aspen Heights British School is part of The International Schools Partnership
(ISP).

The International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing group of committed
colleagues in financially responsible schools around the world, all of which
aim to be the school of choice in their local area. Learning is at the heart
of everything we do for our pupils, colleagues and parents. We are committed
to getting better, all the time.

ISP was founded by an experienced team of committed educationalists and
commercial operators who have worked together over many years. Our growing
group of private schools located in the UK, the USA, Europe, Costa Rica,
Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Malaysia, Mexico
and Peru educate children and pupils from ‎2-‎18 years of age. We have now
expanded to ‎45 schools delivering multiple curricula and building on local
brands and reputations with around ‎45,000 pupils and ‎7,000 staff located
across the globe.

We believe that successful schools are the ones that put learning at the heart
of everything they do, always aiming to create rounded individuals that are
able to forge successful careers and lives in a rapidly changing world. Our
goal is to enable our schools as the leading school of choice in their local
area. We are a truly international group working in different cultures and
speaking different languages. We work across countries and cultures, too, by
working with each other and with other schools and communities. At ISP we
continue to engage with schools around the world who are interested in
becoming part of our global group of schools and look forward to welcoming
more pupils and staff to the group.

All our schools:
* Help children and pupils learn to levels that amaze them.
* Inspire children and pupils to be successful now and equip them to be successful later.
* Are truly international, working in partnerships within and across regions, cultures and languages.
* Aim to be the schools of choice for children, pupils and their families, wherever we are.

Aspen Heights British School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to
share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates and post holders are subject
to appropriate International Criminal and Child Protection Background Checks
or equivalent, covering the previous ‎10 years of employment history. Aspen
Heights British School recruit teachers in several ways including direct
application to the school and through international teacher recruitment
agencies and organizations.