Science Specialist Teacher

The Company

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Accountabilities

assume responsibility for delivery of the prescribed curriculum and its further development

ensure continuity and progression through KG and PYP and on to MYP

liaise with and advise Learning Support staff to ensure equality of provision, enrichment and extension activities for the more able and support for the less-able students

liaise with teachers in monitoring and evaluating appropriate systems for assessment, record-keeping and reporting

assist teachers in the planning, implementation and development of curriculum-appropriate tools and procedures for formative and summative assessment, in order to encourage and reflect high standards at all times

assist teachers in setting meaningful targets at different age and ability levels, in the light of information gained from tracking students’ progress

take a lead in the cycle of assessment, i.e. analysis, interpretation, action, review

monitor and evaluate the teaching of Science throughout the school, through learning focused observations, periodic audit and review of teachers’ planning and student’s outcomes

raise the profile of the arts throughout the school by coordinating appropriate displays according to NEOM Community school policy and exhibitions

establish contact with arts specialists in other non-competitor schools, in order to be aware of local trends and developments within the Science curriculum

liaise with the Head of school and phase teachers to give regular presentations at staff and other appointed meetings, where aspects of the Science curriculum and its delivery are the focus

produce and update an annual set of curriculum guidelines, to give both parents and students a brief overview of curriculum content in each year group

manage and maintain the organisation of a high-quality learning space to support the curriculum and to match the needs of all children in the group

ensure that equipment in use is safe, hygienic and in a good state of repair

maintain up to date current knowledge regarding international Science Studies best practice and contribute to ongoing research and improvement in collaboration with the school Team

participate in Extra Curricular Activities as required, at the discretion of the Head of School

Skills

Have a mature, responsible and positive disposition and be able to work flexibly as member of the whole school team under the direction of the Head of School and independently when required;

Have sound understanding of the importance of children's learning and development in Science and have the ability to identify and support staff in developing professional skills according to need

Be open minded and willing to further their knowledge and development by attending training courses, sharing information gained with colleagues, and maintaining updated knowledge of Science best practice by reading, researching and attending relevant training;

Exemplify high standards in practice and provision at all times

Have up to date knowledge of Health & Safety regulations with specific reference to children's wellbeing, learning and facilities

​​​​​​​Qualifications

ESSENTIAL

B.ED/B.A in Early Childhood Studies/Education (or equivalent)

 DESIRABLE

MA/M.ED second degree or further relevant qualification