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Grade 4 Classroom Teacher

Job Purpose

To carry out professional duties and to have responsibility for an assigned class. To be responsible for the day-to-day work and management of the classes and the safety and welfare of the pupils. To promote the aims and objectives of Metropolitan School and support its mission and vision.

Key Accountabilities

To create and manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment which is conducive to student’s learning.
To plan and prepare lessons in order to deliver Metropolitan School’s curriculum, which includes textbooks and materials selected by Metropolitan School for delivering the curriculum.
To identify clear teaching objectives and learning outcomes, with appropriate challenges and high expectations.
To maintain good order and discipline among the students, safeguarding their health and safety.
To maintain a regular system of monitoring, assessment, record-keeping and reporting of student’s progress.
To participate in staff meetings as required.
To ensure that school policies are reflected in daily practice.
To support Metropolitan School administration in promoting the ethos of the school.
To promote the welfare of all students and support the school in providing educational programs and services for all students.
To communicate and consult with parents regarding all aspects of their children’s education – academic, social and emotional.
To meet with parents to contribute positively to the education of their student’s concerned.
To promote equality as an integral part of the role and to treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
To incorporate the use of media and technology.

Posted: July 2020

This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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Location	Cairo, Egypt
Start Date	October 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher, University Graduate
Student Level	Elementary
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Health insurance
Housing allowance
Settling-in allowance
Annual round-trip airfare to/from home country of record upon completion of the initial contract
Salaries are based upon the level of experience and training

Qualifications and Requirements

Education Required	Bachelor
Work Visa Eligibility	United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Australia
Additional School Requirements
All candidates should have a minimum of a 4-year college degree in their teaching field Candidates not holding teacher certification, but with teaching experience relevant to a teaching assignment will be given consideration. Preference given to candidates with teacher certification.

About the School

Metropolitan School will deliver an outstanding American education whilst ensuring that Egyptian values are central to school life, stretching the minds of our students to equip them with both a passion for learning and the ambition to make a difference in the local and global communities. All students will have the opportunity to become involved in community service projects making a difference to the lives of people who are less fortunate than themselves. We will educate with the philosophy of building a new generation of entrepreneurs, by encouraging the spirit of entrepreneurship. Objectives: In an outstanding school environment, Metropolitan School will develop a vibrant community that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion. We will encourage creativity and the spirit of entrepreneurship, challenging our students and ourselves to achieve ever-greater goals. In preparing our students for future prosperity, we will ensure that they understand the value of creating a sustainable world and serving the wider community. Finally, we will ensure that our school is a happy place, where children and our staff, enjoy learning. Values: Firmly grounded in our Egyptian culture, whilst embracing an international perspective, our values guide our behavior in building a successful community. Ethics and Manners: Being respectful, demonstrating humility, and choosing wisely. Pursuing Excellence: Having high standards and being the best that we can be. Celebrating Diversity: Expanding our horizons, listening to others, and growing together. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Creativity, exploring our passions, and taking calculated risks.