Teacher of Mathematics
Doha College
Doha, Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive tax-free
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 2 January 2018
Job overview
Are you an enthusiastic, well qualified and experienced Secondary Mathematics Teacher, who has a love of learning, is passionate and full of energy? Then this is the right opportunity for you!
As a high profile British International School, for children aged 3-18, we focus on developing a growth mindset within our students and staff.
We are looking to appoint an experienced, dynamic and enthusiastic Mathematics Teacher with the ability to teach in all key stages to start in September 2018. The ideal candidate will be someone who teaches for understanding, can think on their feet and who will be able to stretch students as well as be willing to be challenged academically by them.
The department teaches a wide range of courses, and applicants should be able to demonstrate success in all age groups. At Key Stage 3 our teaching programme is topic-based and incorporates problem solving and enquiry based learning. Key Stage 4 examination courses include iGCSE mathematics, GCSE statistics and Additional Mathematics. The subject is extremely popular at Key Stage 5 with often 7 groups of up to 15 students in each choosing to study the International A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics courses at AS level; most of these students will continue to study the subject at A2. There is a significant breadth to the modules we offer at A Level to support the talents of our students.
Classrooms are equipped with interactive smartboards and displays and all students are furnished with an iPad upon entry.
The department offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities including the Cipher Challenge and Theory of Mathematics Clubs. Our students participate in the UK Mathematics Trust as well as the University of Waterloo Challenges. Enrichment activities within the department include celebrating mathematics through Pi Day, Fibonacci lessons and House competitions.
As a Mathematics Teacher, you will be responsible for instilling a passion for mathematics in students, monitoring and evaluating student achievement as well as contributing to accomplishing the College’s vision and mission. The successful candidate will be an outstanding role model within the Mathematics Department and Doha College as a whole.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication mean that Qatar is a country like no other and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Performances, museums and galleries make for a captivating cultural scene; city hotspots such as the busy markets and the waterfront promenade are a great way to spend a day; there is a lively night-life that means that there is plenty to do when the sun goes down; the Pearl Qatar offers luxury and elegance; there are some breath-taking areas of natural beauty and lovers of sport and adventure can enjoy numerous clubs and activities and the arrival of the FIFA World Cup in 2022. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
Our salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling in allowance. We also have an effective induction programme for all new staff to support relocation. We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers who have relevant experience and excellent references.
Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Application closing date is: 2 January 2018
We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a short-list. Early application is therefore encouraged.
Interviews to take place in the UK in January 2018
To apply please to go: www.dohacollege.com/vacancies. Applicants should complete a Doha College teaching application form.
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About Doha College
About Doha College
As one of the oldest British Schools in Qatar, Doha College boasts a rich history of educational excellence based on firmly embedded values, a passion for learning and an international environment that inspires through its sheer diversity.
Originally opened in 1980, the school continues to operate on a not-for-profit basis under the sponsorship of the British Embassy. It features over 2,600 students aged 3 -18 from 83 different nationalities. We are truly an international school teaching the well-respected British curriculum, offering IGCSE, AS, and A levels in a wide range of subjects.
Benefitting from a 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus that opened in September 2020, we offer cutting-edge facilities and inspiring learning environments that feature dedicated zones for Primary and Secondary, as well as expansive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, drama studios and swimming pools. Our world-class campus allows future generations of Doha College students to thrive and unlock their full potential in an environment that is fit for the learning needs of the 21st century.
Doha College’s salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling-in allowance. We have a comprehensive onboarding and orientation programme, providing support at every step of the process, allowing new staff to navigate the challenges of an international move effectively. Doha College also offers an enormous CPD budget, allowing our staff to multiply their talent and pursue further education and training courses within Qatar and around the world.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication makes Qatar a country like no other. Its capital, Doha, has something for everyone. Whether you are looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In keeping with our motto, Excellence for All, Excellence from All, we foster outstanding relationships from which students and staff draw their ambition to do well and make a lasting contribution to College life and society as a whole - so why not apply and join our team?
Vision
To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.
Mission
As a not-for-profit British International School, Doha College develops confidence, creativity and intellectual curiosity in a safe, caring and inclusive environment for our students to make a lasting contribution to global society.
Core Values
- Excellence and Diligence
- Respect and Integrity
- Commitment and Accountability
- Perseverance and Honesty
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Challenge and Reward
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