Secondary Spanish Teacher

Spanish Teacher Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The purpose of the role of Spanish Teacher is to share the responsibility for planning, teaching and assessments of the subjects assigned that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. 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 Spanish 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. 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. Experience working with students for whom English is an additional language would be an advantage.

About the School:

Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is an ambitious and high achieving British International School on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. Families choose our school because we focus on 3 core aims:

1. Positive relationships and respectful communication are the building blocks of our school.
2. Purposeful, engaging and meaningful learning is at the heart of our work.
3. We support all children to make remarkable progress by personalising their learning opportunities.

Staff choose our school because we are committed to staff development, growth and retention. As a growing school we have many opportunities for staff professional development. Aspen colleagues feel a high degree of professional satisfaction as they are empowered to impact on the improvement and development of our school, and as a result staff retention is high.

We are delighted you are considering a position in our supportive, hardworking team.

Spanish Teacher Key Responsibilities

The Spanish teacher will plan the teaching to achieve progression of learning through identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught through:

• Setting tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest
• Setting clear targets, building on prior progress and attainment
• Identifying SEN/EAL pupils
• Providing clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation and challenge
• Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study
• Maintaining high standards of work and homework
• Using a variety of teaching methods to match approach to content, structure information and present information.
• Use effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils, give attention to errors and misconceptions
• Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, I.C.T. and other sources
• Ensuring pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught
• Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support
• Encouraging pupils to think and talk about their learning, develop self-control and independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively
• Involved in developing, implementing and monitoring subject policy and to assist in the production of such documentation when required
• Ensures that the children's work is marked, displayed and presented to a high standard in the classroom and throughout the school and are changed regularly
• Consistently and diligently apply and uphold the rules of the school in order to maintain discipline, dress code and to ensure the happiness, safety and well-being of all pupils and community
• Maintains, with the rest of the staff, high standards of conduct both in and out of the classroom, acting in a way that is honest, justifiable and in the best interests of the pupils
• Maintains smart and professional standards of appearance with particular attention to, and awareness of, cultural sensitivities
• Supports the School Improvement Plan in relation to the curriculum and the continuing improvement of student achievement

Monitoring, Assessing, Recording and Reporting

• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of personal teaching to maintain high standards and ensure student progression
• Evaluates own teaching critically to improve effectiveness
• Participates in classroom observation of colleagues (peer observations) when required and participates in observations by peers
• Submits books, records or planning as required for monitoring by colleagues or SLT
• Marks and monitors pupils' work and regularly set targets for progress
• Assesses and records pupils' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitors strengths and weaknesses
• Plans and recognizes the level at which the pupil is achieving;
• Undertakes assessment of students as requested through departmental and school procedures
• Prepares and presents informative reports to parents
• Regularly assesses the pupils' work by means of formal and informal termly, half termly assessment and end of units as directed by SLT
• Communicates with the school SENCO and Head of Key Stage regarding any pupil whose progress or behaviour gives cause for concern
• Keeps records and ensures that they are available for sharing with colleagues and / or inspection by members of the SLT, ISP and ADEK Inspection team
• Assists with the resourcing of the subjects taught, as directed by the Head of Key Stage/department

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's in Education
• PG Diploma
• UK teaching qualification with QTS
• 2 years' full time teaching experience in KS4. Experience of AL Level and/or IBDP in an international school is desirable.
• A proven track record of securing excellent outcomes at IGCSE.

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of School curriculum (English National Curriculum) 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

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.