Art/Drama Specialist
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Raha International School
Dubai
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
Job overview
Taaleem Group
Taaleem is a Dubai based school Management company which, with government and local financial support aims to deliver internationally recognized schools in the MENA region. Taaleem’s main activity is the development and management of early childhood, primary and secondary schools which offer a range of international curricula, these include the International Baccalaureate, the National Curriculum for England and Wales and the American curriculum. Currently it has 11 school in its portfolio and it is the second largest school group in the UAE. Taaleem’s latest school is Dubai British School Jumeirah Park was launched in September 2015.
Raha International School
Consistently rated among the top schools in Abu Dhabi, Raha International School was the first school in the UAE capital to be fully authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate's Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes.
With the aim of transcending the ordinary, the school provides a safe, happy and caring community, empowering and equipping every individual to excel in life and succeed in their goals. Instilling pupils with a passion for learning, the international and highly skilled teaching faculty models the attributes of the IB’s Learner Profile, encouraging students to develop and enrich their natural curiosity.
The school has 14 acres of incredible facilities, purpose built to support the different facets of the IB curriculum. These include open piazzas and tree lined walkways, hi-tech interactive classrooms, swimming pools, gymnasiums and sports facilities, and extensive lab and studio space.
For more information please watch the school video on https://www.youtube.com/taaleemdxb/
The Position: Art/Drama Specialist
The Taaleem Teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion.
Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.
The Person
Our Teachers are ultimately, Educators who are committed to providing world-class education. Successful candidates will meet the following critera:
- A commitment to representing specific areas of knowledge, understanding and skills in all their richness
- A commitment to engaging and motivating students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits
- Primary Teachers must possess a University Degree in Education and have at least two years teaching experience
- Secondary / Specialist Teachers must hold a University Degree in the subject they teach, have a recognised Teaching Qualification (for example QTS), and a minimum of two years teaching experience
- Secondary / Specialist Teachers without a recognised Teaching qualification must hold a University Degree in the subject they teach and must have at least four years teaching experience
- Previous experience teaching the curriculum of the school would be preferable
What We offer:
Taaleem is committed to ‘Developing Our People’ and therefore, by joining a Taaleem school, you would be joining a family of schools, delivering a variety of curriculums, and with a Taaleem-wide staff team encompassing a vast range of international and local experience. All our schools are striving for ‘Outstanding’ and we pride ourselves on creating opportunities for our staff teams to find and explore their talents and passions.
We offer a competitive tax-free salary, housing, medical insurance for you, your spouse and up to 2 school aged children, free school tuition for up to 2 school aged children in a Taaleem school (subject to availability), annual flight allowances to your home destination, along with other support including the processing of your visa in order that you’re able to settle into life and work in the UAE, and in your school.
Application Details
Interviews will take place either, via Skype during January 2016 or at our Taaleem Recruitment Fair taking place in the UK on 26th to 28th February 2016.
To apply and view our other vacancies please visit our careers portal http://careers.taaleem.ae/
About Raha International School
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- Raha International School
- PO Box 34150, Khalifa City 'A', Al Raha Gardens
- Abu Dhabi
- United Arab Emirates
Raha International School
At Raha International School, a member of the Taaleem family of schools, we believe that a successful education is all about inspired, imaginative teaching, centred on the learner as an individual. We nurture students not only to achieve academic success but also to become true global citizens.
RIS is an International Baccalaureate World School catering for all grades from Early Years 1 to Grade 12. Our school community is made up of over 3,200 students from over 80 nations who collectively speak 45 mother tongues. We pride ourselves on being a big school but a small family!
The IB is internationally acclaimed and respected for its relevance in today’s multicultural and increasingly global society. We are also one of the first schools in Abu Dhabi to be awarded the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge's (ADEK) highest rating of “Outstanding”, an amazing achievement for our staff and students.
Our programmes feature an inquiry approach that aligns student interest with what they learn, thereby enriching their natural curiosity and promoting a love of learning. Our team of internationally-experienced, skilled and passionate teachers model the attributes of the IB Learner Profile and encourage students to respect themselves, others and the world around them.
Campus & Facilities
RIS opened its doors to families in 2006 and has become one of the most sought-after schools in Abu Dhabi. In 2019, Raha announced its expansion to a second campus, the Khalifa City Campus.
The Gardens Campus is situated on 14 acres of beautifully landscaped property in the Raha Gardens development in Khalifa City. The campus features several large piazzas and wide walkways lined with palm trees, with an abundance of open space and play areas. The spacious and bright classrooms are fully equipped with the latest technology to enhance research and sharing.
Only 7 minutes’ drive from Gardens Campus is Khalifa City Campus. Situated in the heart of Khalifa City, the state-of-the-art campus will eventually house Early Years 1 to Grade 12. It features a purpose-built Early Years Centre with emphasis on safe, innovative and integrated collaborative learning spaces, and outstanding indoor and outdoor sporting facilities.
Accreditation
As part of Taaleem’s strategy of continuous improvement and self-evaluation, Taaleem requires each school to pursue accreditation from an independent accreditation body of institutions and academic specialists.
Accreditation is the process used to ensure that schools meet and maintain international standards of quality and integrity regarding academics, administration and related services.
All Taaleem schools apply to become accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), and some schools will also attain authorization and accreditation from other institutions.
Raha International School is accredited by the Council of International School (CIS) and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Raha was the first school in Abu Dhabi to receive full authorization to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP).
As an employer, we offer a warm, pleasant working environment with various professional development opportunities. As a successful applicant, you will become part of a highly professional, international and amicable team at Raha International School.
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