Physics Teacher Immediate Hire

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Virginia International Private School (Abu Dhabi)

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Job Description

Job Summary
1: Learning and Teaching

Plan and deliver outstanding Science - Physics lessons to both boys and girls classes in the high school phase (grade levels to be agreed upon);
Ensure high quality education, attainment and progress for all students;
Track, monitor, evaluate and review student progress, achievement and attainment;
Ensure effective teaching strategies that enable all students to learn optimally;
Deliver and demonstrate enquiry based teaching through his/her own teaching commitment;
Make learning and teaching opportunities relevant by making connections to the real world;
Use assessment for, of, and as learning strategies in order to personalize and accelerate student learning;
Take responsibility for the implementation of short, medium and long term curriculum planning within the subjects taught;
Have knowledge of effective strategies to include and meet the needs of all students within your class, including Higher/Lower attaining students, EAL, SEN, Emirati students and G&T students;
Any other teaching duties and responsibilities deemed reasonable by the Principal.

2: Professional Skills and Experience
A bachelor's degree (or higher) in Science - Physics (BSc) is an essential requirement for this position. Possession of a PGCE or another teaching qualification is mandatory. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate recent and relevant experience of:

Teaching secondary Science - Physics (1 year or more);
Excellent classroom practice and pedagogy in Secondary education;
Continuous professional development;
Digital learning and the use of ICT across the curriculum;
Effective involvement and engagement with parents;
Behavior management and child protection;
Knowledge of the UAE school systems and culture;
Knowledge and experience of the American curriculum (desirable but not mandatory);
Middle leadership skills and experience for candidates who seek leadership development.

3: Personal Skills and Attributes
Applicants should:

Demonstrate a high level of commitment and professionalism;
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
Be able to create and maintain effective partnerships with staff, the school administration, parents, students and the wider school community;
Be able to work independently and on own initiative;
Seek advice and support when necessary;
Have good time management skills;
Be committed to providing extra-curricular activities;
Maintain a personal commitment to professional development linked to the competencies necessary to deliver the requirements of this post;
Be approachable, positive, flexible and enthusiastic with a good sense of humor.