Teacher of Humanities Job In Abu Dhabi

Specific Duties

Work closely with the Head of Individuals and Societies and colleagues to ensure the effective delivery of KS3 and KS4 Humanities subjects (Geography, History, Social Studies and Citizenship).

Plan and deliver lessons in the relevant subject area, ensuring attention is given to appropriate differentiation;

Monitor pupil progress, providing appropriate assessment tasks, providing timely feedback and implementing intervention where necessary;

Support the Faculty with whole-school events such as Model United Nations, ‘Humanities’ theme week, fieldtrips and other such events;

Support pupils with additional support needs e.g. emotional and behavioral difficulties and help to develop their social skills as Tutor in the pastoral program.

Main Duties

Planning for outstanding teaching and learning, in line with the schools Teaching and Learning Policy, through:

Creating a climate for learning that is conducive for outstanding practice;

Identifying clear teaching and learning objectives;

Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment;

Identifying SEN (POD), EAL and G&T students and ensuring that their needs are met through differentiation;

Providing clear structure and planning for lessons and learning activities that maintain pace, challenge and engagement;

Making effective use of assessment for learning;

Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and therefore deliver differentiated lessons;

Making effective use of ICT to enhance learning and progress

Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school’s ‘Behaviour for Learning Policy’ and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework;

Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching and learning;

Mark students work at least once every two weeks, and set targets for progress, in accordance with the school’s Marking Policy;

Assess and record students’ progress systematically and keep records; using performance data to inform planning, student learning and progress;

Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies, department and school procedures;

Prepare and present informative reports to parents;

Attend and support parent/student events;

Take part in subject development by producing, reviewing and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work;

Keep subject knowledge up-to-date through CPD and professional reading;

Contribute to the school’s ECA Programme by leading/supporting one after-school activity each term (ECA excludes I/GCSE and IB DP Revision/Booster Sessions);

To be an Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor to Year 12/13 students;

Undertake duties as part of the staff duty rota;

Cover for absent colleagues;

Invigilate examinations, as required, to support the Examinations Officer and Summer Examination Schedule;

To lead the whole school sustainability initiatives in collaboration with ADEK ensuring Al Bateen participates in events and activities which promote sustainable development.

To attend annual Aldar Sustainability meetings and collaborate with schools in the partnership to strength sustainability provision.

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities/History/Geography/ Politics or a Degree with PGCE/PGDE or QTS and 2 years of teaching experience in subject.

Experience of teaching the IB curriculum or IGCSE is desirable but not a requirement.

High level English communication skills are essential.

Minimum Experience Minimum Experience

Minimum 2 years teaching experience

Job Specific Knowledge & Skill

Fluent English communication skills, written and oral

Commitment to the ideals of international education and best pedagogical practices.

Ability to follow directions and work in an organized manner.

Ability to proactively identify areas of potential concern and address constructively and report as required.

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in support of the School’s mission and goals.

Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues in a professional manner

Be pro-active in matters relating to health and safety

Coachable and receptive to constructive criticism.

Flexibility, patience, and an empathetic approach.

A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check