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Head of Department - American Section Mathematics

school
Modern English School Cairo
location
New Cairo, Egypt
housing
Teachers receive a housing contribution which is paid monthly.
airfair
Economy class tickets are provided for the teachers arrival to Cairo at the beginning of the contract. For returning staff, a set of allowance for a round trip ticket to the nominated "home" .
Start date
Start August 2022
2 years
1
  • Middle School, High School
  • Licensed Teacher, University Graduate
  • Bachelor
  • 5 years of teaching experience
  • Teaching Credential/License
    Other Certification
  • Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of research findings and recent trends in the education of students in grades 7-12 in Math in both the traditional and hybrid model.
  • Must have at least 5+ years teaching experience; preference given to candidates who are National Board Certified Teachers, those that have had previous leadership experience, or an advanced degree in Curriculum and Instruction.
  • Tax free salary - 75% paid in GBP and 25% paid in local currency at the bank exchange rate each month    
  • A monthly 'Foreign Exchange Stipend' which reflects the relatively low exchange rate prevailing between the GBP and USD; this is a temporary adjustment and would not feature in your contract as it applies only for as long as the exchange rate is greater than GBP1:USD1.5.  Paid in local currency at the bank exchange rate  
  • A monthly housing allowance
  • Return flights to/from the US
  • Support upon arrival
  • Free local health insurance for employee and dependents, and subsidised international health insurance through BUPA (strongly recommended) for you
  • Transportation to and from home/school
  • End of service gratuity
  • Access to relevant and professional development

The candidate will assume the educational leadership and supervision for the Math department to ensure that students are supervised in a safe learning environment and provided engaging, technology-rich instruction that meets or exceeds the Curriculum Standards and the current instructional model. 

Achieving academic excellence requires that the Head of Department works collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team [SLT] to lead and nurture members of the staff and to communicate effectively with parents and colleagues during staff development and meetings.

Inherent in the position are the responsibilities within the department for planning, coordination, curriculum development, program evaluation/audit, personnel management, purchasing and budgeting, and staff observations and feedback.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

Modern English School Cairo is a learning community which provides a high quality education for children from Foundation Stage 1 to university entrance level, serving the needs of Egyptian and international families in Cairo. Our broad education is based upon the British Curriculum in Primary. In Secondary, we offer a choice between a British Curriculum, an American Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Arabic and Religious Studies are taught throughout the school.

 

Our Mission

Leadership through Education: Care, Challenge, Inspire

 

We believe in

recognising the value of each individual and his/her relationship with others. promoting international understanding and responsible citizenship in a multicultural context, reflecting the best of Arab,Western and other world cultures. providing a supportive, inspiring environment which encourages learners to aim high and achieve their aspirations. creating opportunities for all to develop confidence, responsibility and integrity.
This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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