Job Description

Description

English Teacher



Type: PermanentDepartment: Academic


Line Manager: English Subject LeaderFunctional Reporting: N/A


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Rationale



The purpose of the role of English Teacher is to take shared responsibility for the planning, delivery and assessment of English language and literature across the curriculum, ensuring that students are consistently challenged and supported to achieve their highest academic potential. The English Teacher plays a key role in promoting a love for reading, writing, and critical thinking, while fostering high standards of literacy, articulacy, and written communication.


They are expected to model and promote exceptional use of language, set aspirational goals for students, and implement engaging and effective teaching strategies that inspire and motivate learners. The English Teacher must be a suitably qualified and passionate educator with a demonstrated ability to lead and deliver high-quality English instruction that promotes deep learning and independent thought.



In addition to classroom teaching, the role requires collaboration with colleagues to develop a coherent and enriching English curriculum, as well as contributing to wider school life through student mentoring and extracurricular initiatives such as debating clubs, writing competitions or drama productions. The successful candidate will be empathetic, proactive, and possess a strong classroom presence, with the ability to positively influence both student outcomes and the broader learning environment.



Key Duties and Areas of Responsibility



Teaching & Learning


Setting High Expectations

Set high expectations which inspire, motivate, and challenge students. Establish a safe and stimulating environment for students, rooted in mutual respect. Set goals that stretch and challenge students of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions. Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of students.


Promoting Progress and Outcomes

Be accountable for students' attainment, progress and outcomes Be aware of students' capabilities and their prior knowledge and plan teaching to build on these Guide students in setting academic goals related to English proficiency, including reading stamina, grammar accuracy, and interpretive depth. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how students learn and how this impacts on teaching Encourage students to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study. Encourage students to develop a personal voice in their writing and confidence in public speaking. Recognise and respond to the diverse language backgrounds of students, supporting EAL learners through structured language development strategies.

Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

Have a secure knowledge of English language and literature, including grammar, vocabulary development, composition, and literary analysis. Foster and maintain students' interest in reading, writing, speaking, and listening by using a variety of engaging texts and discussion-based activities. Demonstrate a critical understanding of current pedagogical approaches and developments in English education, including culturally responsive texts, genre-based writing, and media literacy. Promote the value of reading for pleasure and academic inquiry by introducing a diverse and inclusive range of literature. Promote high standards of literacy, articulacy, and accurate use of grammar and standard English in both spoken and written forms.


Plan and teach well-structured lessons

Deliver lessons that develop students' skills in reading comprehension, literary analysis, creative and analytical writing, and oral communication. Select texts and materials that reflect both literary merit and relevance to students' lived experiences and cultural contexts. Integrate explicit vocabulary instruction, grammar teaching, and writing scaffolds into everyday practice. Use guided reading, close reading strategies, and writing workshops to support individual learning needs. Promote a love of literature and storytelling to develop empathy, imagination, and critical thinking.


Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all students

Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners, including those with special educational needs, disabilities, English as an additional language, and high-ability students. Foster an inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, supported, and able to access English content through varied and responsive instructional strategies. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the diverse factors--including physical, social, and intellectual development--that can impact learning, and adapt teaching accordingly to support students at different stages.


Make accurate and productive use of assessment

Know and understand how to assess reading, writing, speaking, and listening across different genres and registers. Provide clear, targeted feedback on students' written work, focusing on structure, clarity, grammar, and creativity. Use marking and moderation strategies aligned with departmental and external criteria to ensure consistency and fairness in assessments. Track progress in key English competencies, including textual analysis, extended writing, and verbal communication.


Behaviour Management

Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students' needs in order to involve and motivate them Maintain good relationships with students, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary

Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school by participating in extra-curricular activities, including (but not limited to) enrichment opportunities such as school publications, creative writing clubs, debating teams, book groups or theatre productions. Actively contribute to the development of the English department through collaborative curriculum planning, resource sharing and assessment moderation. Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, including support staff, and know when to seek or offer specialist advice to enhance teaching and learning. Take ownership of continuous professional development, staying informed of national and international developments in English education, including digital literacy and interdisciplinary approaches. Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding students' academic progress and overall well-being.


General

To complete all other tasks that can be reasonably expected of a teacher To be fully aware of Health and Safety across the school Demonstrate and actively promote the core values of the school, ensuring a shared understanding of the school's definition of learning is reflected in daily teaching practice, classroom culture, and interactions with students.

Health and Safety

Emphasizes the importance of safety in all areas of the curriculum, communicating to the students the importance of a responsible attitude towards personal safety, the safety of others and respect for The Hamilton International School's property and equipment Perform duties on time and with due diligence to safeguard Hamilton students Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are being followed Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school


PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT


All teachers are expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct.


Teachers must maintain high standards of ethics and behavior, within and outside school, by:

Treating students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher's professional position Having regard for the need to safeguard students' well-being Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others Not undermining fundamental Qatari values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit students' vulnerability or might lead them to break the law Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality

Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the cultural expectations of Qatar and the policies and expectations of the school which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.


Other duties and responsibilities


Any other duties that the Principal may from time to time ask the post-holder to perform



Position Requirements


Education:


Bachelor's Degree in teaching from an accredited institution Required teaching certification for Qatar MOEHE Meet professional teacher education requirements of school Child Care and Protection
Experience: Minimum 3 years' relevant experience


Language: English is mandatory



Required Skills and Knowledge


Knowledge


Competencies

In-depth knowledge and understanding of School curriculum (English National Curriculum - Primary) and associated assessment methods Up to date curriculum developments Application of effective teaching and learning theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies) Proven management skills Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form Presentation skills with the ability to present information in a concise and professional manner to a variety of audiences Organization skills: well organized and able to prioritize, multi tasks and meet deadlines The ability to work on a regular and punctual basis Flexible and work well under pressure Customer service Critical thinking Ability to negotiate, persuade and motivate others Willing attitude to be a part of the school team Strong sense of professionalism Safeguarding and welfare of children A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team Behaviour management Demonstrated competency to use computer applications related to the role, including word processing and spreadsheet applications Record keeping and report preparation methods Interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy and patience Customer focused Willingness to undertake appropriate Professional Development

Attributes

Empathetic listener Integrity and confidentiality Internationally minded Emotional intelligence Intercultural awareness, creative Flexible and a can-do attitude Passionate about delivering quality education Able to command respect of students, colleagues and parents Driven by wanting to improve quality and develop the school Reliable with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality An innovator with a willingness to embrace change


Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work that is not specified in this job description. Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers.


The school will endeavor to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition. This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you, may be changed by the Principal to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title.



As a member of the staff of THIS you will need to comply with the below:


Compliance with the school's Vision, Mission and Policies Positive Professional Relationship with all staff members are maintained. Contact with students is on a strictly professional basis with the physical and emotional safety of students being of paramount importance. The hours of work as arranged with the principal are strictly followed. This position entails working with information, much of which is held in confidence. Under no circumstances is this confidentiality to be compromised.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles


The International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing group of committed colleagues in financially responsible schools around the world, all of which aim to be the school of choice in their local area. Learning is at the heart of everything we do for our students, colleagues and parents. We are committed to getting better, all the time.


ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.


ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging


ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.