§  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. 

§  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. 

§  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 matters. 

§  Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (e.g. 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 (e.g. 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. 

§  Responsible for administrative tasks:  Registration of students attendance checking students’ organizers, collation of statistics etc. when requested.

 §  Supervising classes and students in cover arrangements.

 §  Participating in Examination invigilation duties.

 §  Undertake professional duties and organizational tasks as reasonable delegated by the Principal.

Skills

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