Secondary ICT Teacher
GEMS Education
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Posted on Oct 24, 2024
Job Description
- Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core
Values. - 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 including Child Protection.
- Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities e.g. late-entering students, ESL, low academic ability, gifted and talented etc.
- Set and mark work. Assess, record and report on the academic development, progress and attainment of students and use assessment to ensure the curriculum meets the individual student’s needs.
- 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 and pastoral matters.
- Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (e.g. Ministry of Education
officials). - Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Professional Development (PD). Take an active role in own PD.
- 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.) - Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students’ progress while respecting the confidentiality of student-related information.
- Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.
Skills
- Master's degree in ICT or a related field.
- Teaching certification.
- Proven experience as an ICT Teacher or relevant role.
- Strong knowledge of ICT concepts, programming languages, and software applications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Familiarity with educational technology tools and platforms.
- Commitment to professional development and staying current with industry trends.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.