Teacher - KG

Minimum QualificationsBachelor of degree in related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching QualificationMinimum ExperienceMinimum of 1-2 years experience as a Classroom Teacher in the American CurriculumJob Specific KnowledgeJob Specific Knowledge amp Skills Commitment to school s vision and values Passion for education teaching and a belief in the potential of every student Commitment to continuing professional development Excellent inter-personal communication skills and organisation skills Knowledge of current developments in education Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding Teaching across ability range with proven success Experience of working in more than one International School Ability to work under pressure problem-solve deal with challenging situations and be resilientThis

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is not all inclusiveEqual Opportunity Employer StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environmentWe are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our companyAldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitmentOffers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearanceKey TaskTo deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomesRoles and responsibilities includeTeamwork and collaborationTo be a good communicator at all levelsBe committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school communityWorking alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet requirements of the curriculumLiaising with colleagues and working flexiblyWorking with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all childrenWorking cooperatively with curriculum support staff where applicable to support children s developmentTeaching and learningClear understanding of the CurriculumOrganising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environmentPlanning preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the classMotivating pupils with enthusiastic imaginative teachingObserving and assessing children in line with school assessmentsBeing reflective of the classroom provision sessions taught progress made and adjusting environment planning and curriculum to reflect thisMeeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists occupational therapists and educational psychologists if requiredEnsure the Virginia American School Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculumAssessment and data Taking responsibility for the progress of a classMeeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student s development using Target TrackerUsing data provided by assessments to influence further planning provision and interventionProviding feedback to parents and carers on a student s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetingsBehaviour management and dutiesFollow the school s behaviour policyManage classes effectively using approaches which are appropriate to students needs in order to inspire motivate and challenge pupilsMaintain good relationships with pupils exercise appropriate authority and act decisively when necessary within the school s behavioural policyBe a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes values and behaviour which are expected of pupilsHave high expectations of behaviour promoting self-control and independence of all learnersCarry out duties as directed and within the school s policyWider professional responsibilitiesTo work as part of a curriculum action group supporting planning assessment resources and special events linked to that teamSupport the organising and taking part in school events outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the eveningCommunicate effectively with parents carers with regards to student s achievements and well-being using school systems processes such as CPOMS as appropriateMake a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the schoolRun a weekly ECA each termJob SummaryBachelor of degree in related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching Qualification. Minimum of 1-2 years experience as a Classroom Teacher in the American Curriculum. Commitment to school's vision and valuesPassion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every studentCommitment to continuing professional developmentExcellent inter-personal/communication skills and organisation skillsKnowledge of current developments in educationKnowledge of child protection and safeguardingTeaching across ability range with proven successExperience of working in more than one International SchoolAbility to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations