Teacher

Job Description

This is a Class Teacher role which presents an outstanding opportunity to join a talented anddedicated team, led by the experienced UK Head of the sister school in the UK who has come to Riyadh as Founding Head. Aldenham Prep aims to provide the best possible all-round education and excellent pastoral care for every child. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates may have the chance subsequently to undertake a leadership or management role.Class Teachers have a responsibility for delivering the majority of the curriculum to their class, but will work closely with colleagues ensuring a collaborative approach to teaching and learning across the Year Group. The Children therefore receive the same opportunities, and all teachers feel supported by a strong team.Arabic, Islamic, Music and PE are taught by specialist teachers to enhance the curriculum. Each class receives support from a dedicated Teaching Assistant.Key Responsibilities and ExpectationsSchool Values and Ethos You will be expected to:? actively promote the schools vision, aims and values through enthusiastic participation in allareas of school life;? share and support the schools commitment to provide an all-round, outstanding educationfor all our children;? always set high expectations, which inspire, motivate and challenge children;? have the highest aspirations for all our childrens development and achievements, both in andout of the classroom;? offer excellent pastoral care for all children;? respect and support Saudi culture.Teaching and LearningYou will be expected to:? deliver our broad and balanced curriculum;? deliver well-planned, engaging and creative lessons, ensuring that the needs of all children are met;? facilitate and encourage high quality learning which provides children with the opportunity toachieve their full potential;? use technology to enhance teaching and support learning;? differentiate appropriately, using approaches that enable every student to access all areas ofthe curriculum and make excellent progress;? demonstrate excellent subject knowledge relevant to the age group;? set students challenging developmental goals and draw upon varied strategies, resources andtechnologies in order to support students in achieving these goals;? make effective use of Teaching Support Assistants to support children in class;? follow the Aldenham procedures for assessing, recording and reporting on childrensachievements and to use this information effectively to influence future learning and conveyprogress in report writing;? provide students with regular written and oral feedback and encourage them to reflect andrespond to their feedback;? participate fully in co-curricular and activity programmes.Other ResponsibilitiesYou will be expected to:? follow and implement School Policies and procedures in and out of the classroom;? provide a safe, purposeful and well-managed learning environment;? value the home-school-community partnership, working closely with other members of staffto establish and manage good relationships with parents and key stakeholders.

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