Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates

University and Career Guidance Counsellor - Regent International School

Dubai, United Arab Emirates Posted: Feb 17, 2023 Share: Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job Position Admissions Officer Tenure Permanent Starting Date February 2023 Job Type Full Time Closing Mar 17, 2023



Fortes Education has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region.

About Regent International School- Inspiring Minds. Building Character.

With a rich history of over 35 years, Regent International School is recognised as one of the leading and most innovative schools in the region, as well as a global leader in Positive Education. We have a close-knit family and community spirit with happiness resonating in our school, our children, our parents, and our teachers. We believe in inspiring, empowering, and enlightening our students and enriching the community that we are a part of.

Regent International School provides an ambitious, values-based education that develops skills for academic and personal achievement, as well as character, well-being, and happiness. We follow the National Curriculum of England offering an outstanding education from Nursery to the Early Years Foundation Stage to Secondary school, culminating in the I/GCSEs and BTECs in Years 10 and 11, and \xe2\x80\x98A\xe2\x80\x99 levels in Years 12 and 13.

Regent is rated \xe2\x80\x98Outstanding\xe2\x80\x99 by the British School Overseas Inspection authority and \xe2\x80\x98Very Good\xe2\x80\x99 by KHDA. Our curriculum is distinguished by our unique STEAM & Design Thinking programme and Project-based Learning pedagogy where students \xe2\x80\x98learn by doing,\xe2\x80\x99 developing solutions to real-world projects and problems. Students combine knowledge and skills from different subjects and develop the key \xe2\x80\x985C\xe2\x80\x99 skills of creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and commitment, which are critical to success in today\xe2\x80\x99s world.

Regent is a disruptively innovative school and is distinguished by its leading-edge Signature Programmes in STEAM & Design Thinking; Performing Arts, Media & Communication; Environment & Sustainability (Forest School); Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship; Virtual Reality; Extracurriculars & Enrichment; and Fortes Artificial Intelligence Learning Platform. All of these are woven into the curriculum and our Project-based Learning pedagogy.

We present an exciting opportunity to join us in further developing our highly popular, dynamic and innovative school.

Requirements

About you:

Regent International School has an exciting opportunity for a University and Career Guidance Counsellor to join our team in August 2023. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who can prepare young students for their choices and transitions in education, training, and career planning. This is a key position in the Secondary School to ensure that all students receive the best guidance and preparation for the competitive post-secondary environment. The successful candidate will be part of a committed and knowledgeable department within the school.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree or higher in relevant fields

Either a teaching qualification (PGCE, B.Ed. or equivalent), appropriate university counselling qualification or significant experience in a counselling or university admissions role.

Experience of working in university guidance or admissions

Familiarity with the admission process in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Australia & Canada

In-depth study and understanding of specific information such as application process university rankings and admission requirements.

Teachers with university support experience are also welcomed to apply

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.

The ability to work effectively as part of a team and to establish and maintain good relationships with the Head of Secondary.

Dedication and commitment to providing the best possible advice to our pupils and parents.

The ability to multi-task, and effectively prioritise and delegate tasks where necessary and appropriate.

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and monitor progress within fixed time frames.

The ability to work accurately and calmly and show resilience when under pressure.

Strong passion for education and pleasure in working with young people.

Benefits

Our Offer:

Excellent tax-free salary

Medical Insurance

Annual Flights

Annual paid vacation

Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues

Excellent professional development

How to Apply

Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: http://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings

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