Primary English Teacher Job

GEMS Our Own English High School Dubai

Valid Till: 07 October 2024

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company Description

GEMS Our Own English High School Dubai (OOD) with a student body of 10,400+ has been rated by KHDA as a Very Good school for the last 8 years. OOD takes pride in being an institution that stands for both academic excellence and co-curricular brilliance. Year after year, the school celebrates outstanding results at the CBSE Grade 10 & 12 Board Examinations. The students also bring home laurels by participating in a range of inters-school and national events.

Job Description

  • Deliver the required curriculum; demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter
  • Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilise 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 etc
  • 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 (eg inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days etc

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in relevant area. 
  • Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life