Math Head of Department and Teacher

About the Role

We at GEMS International School, Al Khail are looking for an experienced Math
Teacher and Head of Department to join our team for the Academic Year
commencing August ‎2023. The successful candidate will be an experienced
teacher who is excited to join our world class school and is driven to provide
education at an exceptional level. GEMS teachers enjoy an outstanding school
environment in which to deliver a dynamic and creative curriculum to motivated
students. At GIS our teachers are supported by highly qualified staff in
world-class facilities. Our diverse international community is encouraged to
develop intercultural understanding and respect. Our aim is to be a world-
class IB school that maximizes every student's learning and character to
enable them to choose their own successful path and positively contribute to
the local and global society.
The ideal candidate will have:
* A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent specializing in Mathematical Studies;
* A minimum of ‎3 years of solid and demonstrable experience teaching Math, ideally within an IB Curriculum School, however this is not mandatory;
* The experience, personality and educational philosophy to drive further, the education agenda at this flagship GEMS school with an international student body
* The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
* Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career

Job Description includes but not limited to:
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilize
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
* 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.
* 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 (e.g. 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
About your Benefits

An excellent remuneration package is on offer to the successful candidate
including
* competitive tax free salary,
* annual flight allowance for self plus dependent
* premium medical insurance for self plus dependent
* life insurance
* residence visa
* tuition fee concession for one child
* other benefits in line with the UAE labour law.