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Job Description
Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.
Job Purpose:
The Teaching, Learning and Innovation Lead is primarily responsible for coaching Primary or Secondary School teachers to improve their practice so that they can consistently deliver high quality lessons. The Teaching, Learning and Innovation Lead is a member of the Primary/Secondary Senior Leadership Team (P/S-SLT).
Key Relationships (Internal and External):
Teachers, Head of Early Years, Head of Arabic Subjects, Assistant Head of Primary, Deputy Head of Primary
Key Accountabilities:
- Coaching all Grade teachers.
- Support Head of Arabic Studies with coaching of Arabic and Islamic teachers.
- Modelling of Outstanding lessons.
- Attend weekly Middle Leadership Team meetings.
- High Quality T&L approach.
- Lead, co-teach, promote and oversee Innovation Hub.
- Promote and lead Social, Environmental and Innovation initiatives.
- Participate in termly lesson observations and regular learning walks.
- Develop a professional development plan for the school and source appropriate provision.
- Assist with induction for new staff.
- Contribute to Strategic Planning (SDP).
- Teach up to 10 lessons per week as a non-homeroom teacher.
- Other duties as directed by the Principal, Head of Primary - Secondary
Skills
Education: Bachelor’s Degree with evidence of further study or Professional Development
Experience: A minimum of five years’ teaching and prior leadership responsibility.
Competencies:
- An outstanding teacher. Excellent organisational skills.
- A sound understanding of the US Curriculum pedagogy. Leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
- Demonstrate professionalism, commitment and integrity.
Job Details
Preferred Candidate
Dubai Schools Khawaneej
The Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become independent and empathetic learners. We offer an American education that will be guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values which will foster future-ready graduates, driven by pride and tolerance.The main objective of the Dubai Schools Al Barsha, Mirdif & Nad Al Sheba Projects is to create a mutually beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that ensures Dubai’s aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in 'Good+' rated schools by 2026.His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council has launched “Dubai Schools” to support the education systemin Dubai, through introducing a new model of schools with international education standards, focused on Arabic literacy, science and technology, UAE culture and Islamic studies.Dubai Schools aim to provide high-quality accessible education for students in Dubai. We do this by adopting principles of excellence in education through internationally recognized curricula delivered by reputable private sector operators. This unique partnership between the government and privatesector is represented by Taaleem during the first phase. It optimizes the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and goals to achieve the Dubai Government agenda which aims at ensuring that every student has access to high-quality education and, therefore, becomes a fulfilled and supported individual equipped with the right skills for the knowledge-based and competitive economy of the future.
