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Head of Science Department

North American International School

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

US 4000 - 4750 a month

Salary is all-inclusive and, as such, accommodation is included in overall salary offer.

Salary is all-inclusive and, as such, airfare is included in overall salary offer.

Ongoing

Job
School

Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

University Graduate, Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Master
Minimum Teaching Experience: 5 years of teaching experience
Major: Education: Chemistry, Physics, or General Science
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License

Additional School Requirements:

General Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively to achieve assigned duties.
Proficient in the use of technology in student instruction
At least 5 years of teaching experience at the secondary school level
Proven leadership skills and experience
Knowledge of secondary curriculum and instruction standards and best practices
Ability to lead and function in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with a mature approach to challenges
Passion for quality education and high expectations for all students
Familiar with analyzing data for MAP, TIMMS, and CAT4

Job Benefits:

Tax-Free Salary
Small Class Sizes
Full Medical Insurance Provided for the Employee
Tuition Discount for One Dependent
Company Sponsored Visa
Relocation Assistance

Job Description:

The Science Department Chair will lead teachers in the implementation of curriculum and instructional practices that result in exceptional student achievement and teaching. With the support of the Vice Principal, the Science Department Chair is responsible for targeted professional development. The Science Department Chair assists in the research and implementation of best practices in curriculum and instruction and works collaboratively with his or her team.

Responsibilities Curriculum:

Models and assists teams in modifying and differentiating to meet the needs of the individual learner.
Assists in teacher training and meets with teachers regularly. Instructional Practice
Researches, recommends, and assists with the implementation of methodologies and practices that lead to high student engagement and achievement.
Orients teachers and provides ongoing professional development for assigned teachers.
Observes, mentors, and holds accountable assigned teachers regarding best practices in instruction.
Promotes instructional practices that are modified and differentiated to meet the needs of the individual learner.
Assists in facilitating the integration and use of instructional technology, as appropriate. Assists in planning the professional development program for faculty.

Responsibilities School Culture:

Serves as a mentor and role model in the creation of a learning environment that supports college. readiness and student achievement.
Assists in planning and delivering orientation for new teachers.
Provides support for teachers struggling.
Assists course teams through collaboration and data analysis.
Mentors and coaches a small cohort of teachers in science.

Responsibilities School-Wide Leadership:

Supports the mission, vision, and values of North American International School.
Fosters an environment and culture which promotes respect, responsibility, and trust.
Adheres to the policies and procedures of North American International School.
Takes on other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Participates in and contributes to the Middle Leadership Team
Assists in interviewing teachers during the hiring process.

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About the School:

North American International School was established in 2007 and is now flourishing with students of around 56 different nationalities. Our aim at NAIS is to provide education as a process that leads to the attainment of the full potential of each individual studying here. We are a small school with 750 students from KG to Grade 12 and follow the US Common Core curriculum, specifically the curriculum of the state of California.

NAIS has gone through a significant transformation over the last four years in our efforts to become the best school possible. Our efforts have been wildly successful. In the past four years, we have raised our Dubai School Inspection Bureau rating from ACCEPTABLE to GOOD, were given the highest rating of DEVELOPED for our online education provisions, and have achieved our second American accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

The school provides an enriching experience to all learners regardless of their year groups or ethnicity. Each phase or level of education is a unique experience for the students. At North American International School, student approach their studies holistically in an environment where they are given numerous opportunities to learn by planning, organizing, deciding, questioning, reasoning, analyzing, team-building, and communicating.

The school advocates a dire need to develop the young generation as technologically competent, globally aware, socially responsible, and most importantly morally accountable citizens of tomorrow. Our focus is to provide a learning experience to the students to make them self-motivated, independent, confident, and valuable members of society.

The school’s mission, vision, and core values are maintained and moving constantly in pursuit of excellence. It could not have been possible without the hard work and cooperation of the NAIS family and the strong support from parents. North American International School creates a strong partnership between students, parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure the success of our students.

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