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Middle School/ High School Math Teacher

Position: Middle/High School Math Teacher

Department: Elementary

Reports: Division Principal

Interfaces With: Students, Faculty, Staff, Parents, Divisional Offices

Job Classification: Overseas or Local Hire

Job Description:

Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira is seeking a Middle/High School Math Teacher with strong teaching abilities, an understanding of young adolescents' pedagogy and instructional practices in middle-level education, and an enthusiasm for connecting learning to real-life application. The IPS-J math teacher reports to the Section Principal and works closely with his/her grade level team. Candidates should be energetic and progressive-minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade level and vertical teams.

Job Responsibilities

Planning of unit lessons and grade level curriculum
Strong understanding and implementation of the California State Standards
Support entrepreneurial endeavors
Knowledge of content, pedagogy, and young adolescents development
Design coherent instruction and student assessments
Classroom management utilizing a school-wide positive behavior support model
Create an environment of respect and rapport
Establish a culture for learning
Manage classroom procedures
Manage student behavior
Organize physical space that is conducive to learning
Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of each student
An interdisciplinary approach to instruction
Use of varied teaching strategies
Use of questioning and discussion techniques
Engage students in learning
Use of effective formative and summative assessment techniques
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Use of technology in the classroom
Student data analysis and portfolio maintenance
Effective parent and community communication
Continual professional development to keep up-to-date on curriculum developments and trends in the field of education
Participation in decision-making
Involvement in alignment committees and task-forces
Performs other tasks, duties, and responsibilities as assigned by the Director/Section Principal

Posted: December 2019

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Location	Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Start Date	February 2020
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Middle School, High School
Monthly Salary	USD 2500 - 3500
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Medical insurance
End of Service Gratuity
Annual ticket for self to and from home country
Housing provided along with utilities

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Work Visa Eligibility	United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand
Additional School Requirements
Candidates must be able to start in January

About the School

When you visit AL ITTIHAD PRIVATE SCHOOL (ISP-J) you will see a vibrant school community with exceptional educational professionals, recruited from around the world, who are committed to delivering a true American education in a local setting. We belong to the Al Ittihad Private Schools and are considered the Flagship school. The first IPS school opened in Dubai in 1978. Currently, we have a total of five schools in the UAE (Al Ain, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi). Our branch, Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira, opened its doors in 1998 to meet the growing needs of Emirati students in Dubai; and now, 21 years later, IPS-J has become one of the premier Emirati schools in Dubai offering the American curriculum. We are located in the heart of Jumeirah and offer outstanding facilities that provide the best possible spaces for our committed teachers and coaches to inspire and adapt to the demands of the modern age while at the same time preserving our cultural heritage. Technology, art, physical education, library, classroom, and common spaces all communicate a message that learning is the core purpose and is highly valued at IPS-J. With the support of the Board of Directors, the Leadership Team, and the highly supportive parent community, IPS-J provides comprehensive programs and education IPS-J serves over 2400 Emirati students from Pre-KG to grade 12. We are fully accredited by CIS and NEASC and rated as a “Good” school by KHDA. Our core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Compassion guide our actions and promote a culture of inclusiveness and engagement. Our focus on student learning in a safe, secure environment ensures that each of our students is encouraged to reach his or her potential each day. We are fully committed to the well-being of our students and staff.