Teacher – Arabic (First Language) – Mamoura British Academy (AY 2024/2025)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Tasks: 
To deliver engaging lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Roles and responsibilities include:
•   Teamwork and collaboration
•   To be a good communicator at all levels
•   Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community
•   Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet the requirements of the curriculum
•   Liaising with colleagues professionally and working flexibly
•   Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all students
•   Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support student development
•   Acting as a form tutor and supporting the pastoral needs of students.

Teaching and Learning:
•   A clear understanding of the MoE curriculum from Year 1 to Year 13
•   Organising classroom provision, learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment
•   Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the classes taught
•   Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching
•   Observing and assessing children in line with the school assessment policy
•   Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this
•   Ensure the Mamoura British Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data:
•   Taking responsibility for the progress of classes taught
•   Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of students’ development using the schools designated assessment system
•   Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention
•   Providing feedback to parents and carers on a students’ progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behaviour Management and Duties:
•   Follow the school’s Behaviour Policy
•   Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils 
•   Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school’s Behaviour Policy
•   Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils
•   Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners
•   Ensure the Mamoura Values DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum
•   Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.

Wider Professional Responsibilities:
•   To work as part of a department team, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team
•   Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening
•   Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to students’ achievements and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate
•   Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
•   Run a weekly ECA each term.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications   
•   A Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent.
Minimum Experience   
•   Minimum 2 year’s teaching experience

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills   
•   Outstanding teacher
•   Teaching across the age ability range with proven success but with approval for Cycle 1 and Cycle 2
•   Experience of working in more than one International School desirable
•   Experience of teaching the MoE curriculum
•   Strong inter-personal skills
•   A commitment to School Vision and Mission Statement
•   Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student
•   The ability to work under pressure, problem-solve and be resilient
•   Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)