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ICT Teacher - Immediate Placement

ICT Teacher - Immediate Placement

GEMS World Academy, Dubai

https://www.gemsworldacademy-dubai.com/en/About-Us/Campus-and-Location

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
30 October 2021

Job overview

The International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes are at the heart of GEMS World Academy and are internationally renowned as rigorous and challenging courses in which students develop rapidly both personally and academically. The IB Programme is widely considered the gold standard of education, and GEMS World Academy is looking for talented and innovative individuals to join our highly successful team of over 130 teachers, 80 teaching assistants and 40 administrative and support staff and to contribute to the already successful outcomes for our community.

THE ROLE

Our Computer Science department has transformed student outcomes and succeeded in inspiring a love of CS learning at GEMS World Academy, through the dedication of staff, their exceptional subject knowledge, and the department’s forward-thinking approach to the curriculum. The CS department is highly regarded among our student body for the care and personal support offered to students. We are now looking for an innovative ICT Teacher with strong experience in teaching Digital Design to join this successful team on an immediate basis.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of the IB Middle Years Programme (G6-10) and Diploma Programme (G11-12) and a proven track record of successful and varied teaching. Genuine alignment with the philosophy of the IB and the values embodied in the Learner Profile are essential, as is a passion for working in our truly diverse community. In addition, we seek a candidate with:  

  • A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B. Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent in teaching ICT
  • A minimum of 3 years varied and demonstrable Digital Design teaching experience at various school levels 
  • Experience ideally within an IB curriculum school, however this is not mandatory  
  • Immediate availability  
  • The experience, personality and educational philosophy to continue to drive the education agenda at this flagship GEMS World school with an international student body  
  • The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning  
  • Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career

YOUR PACKAGE AND BENEFITS

An excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates including; a competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical insurance and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law. In addition to these, we offer:  

  • The opportunity to shape the future of a highly significant IB programme. The IB MYP and DP Programmes at GEMS World Academy are unique and exciting  
  • A collaborative team with an excellent support system  
  • An excellent programme of continuing professional development  
  • Training with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) for teachers delivering the IB  
  • The chance to shape the future of the subject in collaboration with the leadership team, external education professionals, and exam boards  
  • The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, structured performance management, and opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility  
  • A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of our sports facilities, weekly fitness sessions, and staff social events  
  • GEMS Rewards which offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym membership, cinema tickets and many other offers

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

GEMS World Academy-Dubai (GWA) is a private, co-educational IB World School for PreK to Grade 12 students. Established in 2008 as a member of GEMS Education, the Academy is authorised to deliver the PYP, MYP, DP and CP programmes, and is also accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We serve a multi-ethnic community in the heart of Dubai. Our ethos is grounded in the IB Learner Profile; we encourage intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and foster a real sense of communal endeavour. The Academy has gained national and international recognition for its work to improve outcomes for students, as well as its aspirational and inclusive vision. As a member of the GWA community you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the Academy whilst working alongside an exceptionally talented group of teachers and leaders.

GEMS World Academy-Dubai develops inquiring, reflective and caring learners who, through the rigor of the IB programmes have the knowledge, skills and character to take action and create a better, more peaceful world. Supported by highly qualified staff in world-class facilities, our diverse international community is encouraged to develop intercultural understanding and respect. Our aim is to be a world-class IB school that maximises every student’s learning and character to enable them to choose their own successful path, and positively contribute to the local and global society.

GEMS A FAMILY BUSINESS

Trusted for over 60 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally. Over 270,000 students access resources through our services division, and we will have impacted 20 million students by the end of 2020 through the initiatives of our charity partner; the Varkey Foundation.

If you are excited by this opportunity and are keen to apply please ensure to mention in your cover letter if you will be traveling with a teaching partner and what subject/year groups they are qualified to teach.

We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced check.

For further details about GEMS World Academy, Dubai please visit: https://www.gemsworldacademy-dubai.com

About GEMS World Academy, Dubai

+971 373 6373

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GEMS World Academy-Dubai (GWA) is a private, co-educational IB World School for PreK to Grade 12 students. Established in 2008 as a member of GEMS Education, the Academy is authorised to deliver the PYP, MYP, DP and CP programmes, and is also accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We serve a multi-ethnic community in the heart of Dubai. Our ethos is grounded in the IB Learner Profile; we encourage intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and foster a real sense of communal endeavour. The Academy has gained national and international recognition for its work to improve outcomes for students, as well as its aspirational and inclusive vision. As a member of the GWA community you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the Academy whilst working alongside an exceptionally talented group of teachers and leaders.

Values and vision

The academy’s mission is to offer a world-class education by maximising its students’ learning and enabling them to move on to make a positive contribution to the local and global society. It aspires to develop inquiring, reflective and caring learners with an intercultural understanding and respect which will help them contribute to the creation of a better world.

The GEMS education core values lie at the heart of the academy’s holistic approach to education and set the standard that it expects from all employees, teachers, parents and students. These values are: growing by learning; pursuing excellence; leading through innovation and global citizenship.

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