"Job Purpose
The DP English Language teacher is responsible for implementing and teaching the High school students according to the International Baccalaureate curriculum, being the learner, motivator and facilitator who provides a professional expertise, and high-quality teaching and learning.
The teacher provides, leads, and facilitates diverse and effective learning experiences using a range of methods in a supportive and positive climate across the school. Delivering a coherent, balanced, integrated, inquiry-based program and preparing students for international programs in a stimulating, challenging and well-organized learning environment, collaborating with other teachers to contribute students’ success.
Roles & responsibilities
Planning, initiating, supporting, and guiding the units which involve knowledge and understanding of the IB resources.
Design the unit plans and the course plans, delivers, and implements all IB and school requirements.
To carefully study and share the subject guide with the students.
To meticulously deliver the subject matter according to IB requirements.
To remain updated and informed as to any curriculum change or assessment requirement by the IB.
Creating appropriate and learning experience (field work, learning engagements)
Creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
Motivating students to perform at their best through differentiated instructions and using varieties of styles.
Contributing to the enrichment of learning engagements.
Monitoring students’ performance to enhance their understanding and master skills.
Monitoring students’ progress through effective assessment.
Communicating regularly and constructively with students
Using teaching methods engaging students, stimulating intellectual curiosity including the use of effective questioning, presentation, and resources.
Setting high expectations for student’s behavior, establishing, and maintaining a good standard of behavior management through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
Collaborating with other teachers to contribute students’ success.
Teaching related classes, per the full-time teaching load specified by the MOE instructions
Having the ability and willingness for online and/or in a hybrid context teaching and learning, as necessary
Working independently and collaboratively to design and refine curriculum
Designing, preparing, and delivering a high-quality curriculum for grades within the IB framework to suit the individual needs of all students
Nurturing meaningful relationships with students and providing the individual attention they need
Maintaining records of students' work and progress through Learning
Working as a member of a team, positively contributing to effective working relations within the school
Collaborating with other teachers in the department.
Moderating student work with other teachers and the coordinator
Embodying and embracing the school spirit and values
Sharing, leaning, and remaining updated within the IB world community and within one’s field.
Substituting for other teachers when necessary
Attending classes with other teachers for learning and collaboration purposes
Seeking and working towards the ability to teach all courses offered in the English department
Communicating, where necessary with parents and external bodies, following school policies
Attending school events, workshops, student-Led conferences
Attending IB authorized training and staying current with all relevant changes to the IB guide
Taking on the responsibilities of a Year Coordinator or a Homeroom teacher upon request (if applicable)
Attending departments regular meetings
Carrying out any other duties or responsibilities requested by the principal
Job requirements:
Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in English Language and Literature.
IB experience and training is a plus (specifying the total years of experience requested and the training courses needed)
Computer skills at a level that permits creative use of technology in the classroom
Good communication & Presentation skills and ability to speak in public in confidence.
Demonstrate professionalism, commitment, integrity, strength of character and perseverance
Committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning
Able to prepare reports, worksheets and deliver oral presentations
Excellent planning, coordinating, organizing and analyzing abilities are essential
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with teachers at all levels in a multicultural environment
Strong communication skills in both Arabic and English.
Demonstrates ongoing learning by continuously partaking in professional development opportunities.
Good team spirit
Ability to work under pressure & resilience.
Respectful of others and capable of resolving differences through constructive communication.
Accepting of criticism as a leaning and growth opportunity.
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