Social Studies Teacher - Abu Dhabi - Immediate

<div><ul><li>Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.</li><li>Deliver the required curriculum; demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.</li><li>Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilise appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.</li><li>Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request. Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans etc.</li><li>Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times including Child Protection.</li><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.</li><li>Promote the general progress and well‑being of students and provide guidance to students on educational and pastoral matters.</li><li>Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (e.g. Ministry of Education officials).</li><li>Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Professional Development (PD). Take an active role in own PD.</li><li>Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study and pastoral arrangements.</li><li>Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co‑curricular and extra‑curricular programmes [minimum of 2 hours] in the school. Promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials and experiences.</li><li>Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behaviour. Plan and implement strategies to encourage self‑discipline and manage disruptive behaviour.</li><li>Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.</li><li>Assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions (eg inter‑house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days etc.).</li><li>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.</li><li>Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.</li><li>Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.</li><li>Perform other duties as requested by direct&dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.</li></ul><h3>Skills</h3><p>Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in relevant area.</p><p>Excellent communication skills.</p><p>Able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life.</p><p>Good innovation skills, able to multitask.</p><p>Should be able to prepare students for extracurricular events/competitions.</p></div>#J-18808-Ljbffr