IB experienced-English Teacher- possibility Head of Faculty-August 2024 start
Victoria International School of Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
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- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 29 February 2024
Job overview
VISS Al Tawuun - Secondary school
We are seeking an experienced secondary school teacher with possibility of Faculty Head for an International IBDP/ Australian curriculum school located in Sharjah
About us
Partnering with the government of Sharjah, under the direction of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi and in collaboration with the Victorian government in Australia, the VISS Group is a highly respected school group in the region with 5 campuses The Sharjah city-Taawun campus is out flagship campus which opened in 2007.
VISS - a premium Not-for-Profit International School providing a quality Australian curriculum education to a diverse international community for over 15 years. The Tawuun campus is situated conveniently on the border of Dubai and Sharjah. With dedicated facilities for STEM; science, design and technology, indoor and outdoor Sports; creative arts and more
Australian curriculum and /or IB experience preferred
Applicants should be professional, compassionate, and dedicated teachers who can give our students the freedom to think and empower them to be independent learners.
Position available:
- English-with a possibility of Head of Faculty
*Minimum Bachelor's degree in Education or Master with Bachelor in a relevant field
What we require
- Minimum Bachelors or Post Graduate studies
- Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience in an Australian, Irish, British or New Zealand curriculum school
- Valid teacher license
- Dynamic and creative approach to teaching and motivating students
- Flexibility and resilience required to work in a team
What we offer
- Tax-free salary paid on a scale linked to teaching experience
- End-of-service gratuity
- Housing allowance paid or furnished apartment.
- Inbound and Outbound economy class flights to/from UAE to the point of origin at the start and completion of the contract
- Annual flights to the point of origin.
- UAE medical insurance for self,
- 2-year renewable contract with renewal options
- Visa processing cost (excluding document certification)
Who we are:
Instagram: VISS_UAE
For further questions and to apply direct- please contact us
Applications close - 29 February 2024
Attached documents
About Victoria International School of Sharjah
- Victoria International School of Sharjah
- P.O. Box 68600, Al Taawun Street, Al Mamzar, Sharjah
- Dubai
- United Arab Emirates
Victoria International School of Sharjah is a mainstream, all-through, independent, international school for children ages 3-18. It has 5 campuses situated in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates with a staffing profile of 550
The original flagship school teaches the Victorian version of the Australian curriculum. It opened in 2007 on a purpose-built site on the border of Dubai and Sharjah. we currently have 3 regional campuses located on Kalba, Khorfakkan and Melihea
The school’s primary focus is to meet the learning needs of the students and to help achieve excellent outcomes. As an all-though school the education is divided in to three stages; early learning, primary, and secondary. It is a fully co-educational school owned by the government of Sharjah and managed as a private school in collaboration with the Victorian Department of Education and Training.
Group CEO
Dean Pyrah
Vision and Values
The school’s vision is to provide a welcoming environment that challenges students. It fosters respect and encourages pupils to become responsible citizens. It aims to help develop students and help them to become knowledgeable, critical thinkers who are confident and reflective.
The school’s core values are Excellence, Diversity, Learning, Integrity and Community.
The school’s curriculum is based on three frameworks from Australia as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. In the Early Learning Centre the framework used is called the Victorian Developmental Framework, from Grade 1 to 10 the framework followed is the Victorian Essential Leaning Standards. In the final two years it will be International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
All teachers at the school will be offered accommodation, a monthly tax free salary, annual airfares (for employee, spouse and 2 dependent children) and subsidised schooling (for up to 2 children).
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