Learning Support Coordinator
In order to fill this role effectively, the successful candidate will need to have a diverse range of qualities, competencies and experience. He/She should be an outstanding learner, motivator and communicator, with excellent interpersonal skills, and should be capable of creating an environment of mutual support and respect by identifying and addressing factors that support or perhaps inhibit student learning. He/she should be able to provide support to students, staff and parents to facilitate the development of an internationally minded community which shares a common interest in preserving the environment, caring for each other and engaging enthusiastically in learning.
Knowledge and Skills. He/She should:
- be aligned with the ISL values of diversity, passion, identity and understanding
- possess excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school, in particular he/she should have a good working knowledge of English (knowledge of Arabic would be useful too)
- have a high level of understanding of current research on counselling, how children learn and possess the ability to motivate students to perform at their best
- be able to develop rapport with students and create an atmosphere of trust and respect
- be adept and accomplished at providing counselling and learning support to students
- through differentiated planning, instruction and assessment be able to inspire mixed culture students with specific learning needs, by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities
- be able to participate fully in an expanding IB school and, in particular, help to develop the team spirit
- have a high level of awareness of current developments and research in the field of learning support
- have the ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload
Responsibilities.
- To be a member of the Student Support Services Team
- To develop rapport with students to create an atmosphere of trust and respect
- To show genuine interest in all students and ensure that the ISL Qatar values are prominent aspects of their school life
- To initiate, design, implement and review personal, social, learning and emotional support programmes in the primary & secondary school
- To implement a structure that allows for opportunities for support for students
Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.
Any communication about the job will take place directly between you and the institution. Tracking of your application status will take place within the application tracking system used by the school you are applying to (outside of your Teach Away Dashboard).
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| Location | Doha, Qatar |
| Start Date | August 2022 |
| Eligible Candidates | Licensed Teacher |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Qualifications and Requirements
| Required Certificates | Teaching Credential/License |
| Education Required | Bachelor |
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