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Drama Teacher

American Gulf School

Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Studio accommodation is provided

Annual airfare to home country provided

Ongoing

Job
School

Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 3 years of teaching experience
Major: Drama
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License
Work Visa Eligibility: United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK)

Job Benefits:

Medical Insurance
Professional development will be fully/partially funded

Job Description:

About Us: American Gulf School is a prestigious educational institution dedicated to nurturing the intellectual, creative, and personal development of our students. We pride ourselves on providing a holistic and globally recognized education that empowers students to become innovative thinkers, responsible global citizens, and lifelong learners.

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Drama Teacher to join our dedicated team of educators. The Drama Teacher will play a pivotal role in shaping our students' artistic and creative growth while fostering a love for drama, storytelling, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement engaging drama curriculum that aligns with the school's educational philosophy and standards.

Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that encourages students to express themselves creatively.

Teach fundamental drama skills, techniques, and concepts, fostering students' self-confidence and communication abilities.

Organize and direct performances, plays, and other dramatic presentations to showcase students' talents and skills.

Collaborate with colleagues to integrate drama into cross-disciplinary projects and activities.

Provide constructive feedback and assessments to guide students' artistic growth and development.

Cultivate a safe and respectful classroom environment where diverse perspectives and voices are celebrated.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Drama, Performing Arts, or related field (Master's preferred).

Teaching certification or equivalent qualification.

Proven experience in teaching drama to students of varying ages.

Strong passion for drama, theater, and the performing arts.

Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

At American Gulf School, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. Our learners are encouraged to question and experiment to find answers to critical thinking questions giving every child confidence within their own ability to achieve their full potential.

American Gulf School is situated in the up and coming expanding area of Rahmaniya. We deliver a uniquely broad and diverse curriculum which brings out the best in our learners, both academically and personally. Our School runs the IB Programme framework using the American Curriculum for its content. AGS prides itself in the incorporation of a strong National Curriculum into all aspect of school life.

Our school's motto. "Aspire, Grow, Succeed" captures our learners' journey through academia. In the early years we nurture aspirations and help them grow by giving them choices and prepare them for rigorous course work that will enable them to succeed in our ever-changing world. We believe that learners should develop life skills in conjunction with their academic skills in order to achieve their goals and full potential.

American Gulf School can accommodate children from PreK-3 (3 years old) to Grade 12 (18 years old), meaning a high standard of teaching remains consistent throughout the educational life of each of our learners. Each child is unique and we are able to tailor individual lessons to suit their strengths and needs from start to finish.

We offer outstanding academic facilities including a state of the art STEAM/ Robotics Lab for both PYP and MYP classes, a Media Studio, and a KG Design Thinking Lab to mention a few.

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