Head of Science (Female)
The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls
Abu Dhabi
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
Job overview
When you become a teacher in a GEMS school you join an international education company with a global network of International schools and over fifty years of education experience. GEMS Education is the leading Kindergarten to Grade 12 operator in the world educating over 110,000 children from 151 different nationalities. Teachers at GEMS schools access the company’s professional development programme, one of the largest education training programmes in the world. This ensures the best possible academic outcomes as well as ensuring that GEMS attracts, and retains the highest calibre teaching and leadership staff.
To find out more about GEMS Education visit: www.gemseducation.com
The School
Sheikh Zayed Private Academy in Abu Dhabi is an exclusive and prestigious school providing an international education based on the American Curriculum for local and international students from Kindergarten (FS2) to Grade 12 (Year 13) and is accredited by CIS and NEASC. The mixed Primary School has over 1000 children and the girls only Secondary school has over 350 students.
The school has high expectations and is aimed at developing and promoting individual excellence. We take pride in the development of the whole child, recognising the importance of developing cultural and national identity. We list a diverse range of activities, initiatives, charity fundraising and projects that engage our student body which embed our philosophy of global awareness and world citizenship.
The School is located in a new, modern building in an attractive residential area of Abu Dhabi and is exceptionally well resourced. To find out more please visit: www.szpag.com
The Post – Head of Science (Female)
We are looking for an outstanding Female Head of Science, preferably with a Physics background, to join our Academy from September 2017
Applicants will be fully qualified teachers with exceptional subject knowledge and experience of leading a high performing teaching team.
We are seeking to appoint talented, highly motivated and well-qualified individuals. You should have a proven track record of outstanding learning and teaching preferably within a National Curriculum for England setting.
What we offer:
- Students that are enthusiastic and keen to learn in a positive environment
- Opportunity to work within a team of highly supportive and creative colleagues
- Excellent professional development and guidance
- A school committed to doing the best for each and every one of its students
- To be considered for these posts you must hold a B.Ed or degree in Science and PGCE / PGDE or equivalent and have at least 2 years post qualification experience.
An excellent remuneration package is on offer to successful candidates including competitive tax free salary, accommodation, medical insurance, visa costs, baggage allowance, annual flight allowance and school places.
Application Process
If you meet these criteria, are enthusiastic about teaching and learning and have the drive and passion to get the most from our students then we would welcome your application.
To apply for this position please visit our Careers site www.gemseducation.com/careers and apply online (Ref: 16112). Please ensure you have uploaded an up-to-date CV, formal letter of application and recent photograph.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls
- The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls
- Mubarak Bin Mohammed Street, Al Rowdah
- Abu Dhabi
- United Arab Emirates
SZPAG believes strongly in the power of our students, and their ability to change the world for the better.
We live by our core purpose: 'Honoring the Past, Educating for the Future'.
Maintaining an appreciation for the UAE's international community and world at large, the school’s vision aims to help secure the future of the UAE, by providing strong community role-models who understand their heritage and traditions and are also equipped with the skills and life-long learning dispositions necessary to embrace the challenges of tomorrow and to take on leadership roles.
We achieve this by providing an excellent, accredited American curriculum that ensures that all students are able to make the most of their talents and abilities.
The curriculum is distinguished by its focus on rigor, differentiation and innovation with an overriding alignment and appreciation of the UAE National Identity. We are committed to incorporating 21st century skills into every subject studied. Innovation is embedded, not only in our school’s purpose, but in all aspects of our curriculum. Our students are equipped with a 1-to-1 iPad model which provides individualised support based on student needs. Throughout the school, coding, robotics, computer science, and STEM is embedded across all grades and subject areas.
The overall wellbeing of our students is paramount: we are committed to meeting the need of each student to ensure our graduates are college and career ready.
For more information about working at SZPAG, click on this link.
Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy.