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PYP Homeroom Teacher

PYP Homeroom Teacher

Dar Al Marefa Private School

Al Khawaneej, Dubai

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Salary:
Tax Free Package
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
22-8-22
Apply by:
20 February 2022

Job overview

About Us:

An inspiring initiative by one of the most prominent UAE families Al Ghurair, Dar Al Marefa School is a top-ranked and widely recognised bilingual International Baccalaureate® school in Dubai, with a broader academic vision – to make a significant contribution to the next generation of the UAE by partnering with parents, friends and the local community.

Dar Al Marefa is an IB World School offering a bilingual education in English and Arabic. Our curriculum reflects our respect for local and regional cultures while preparing our students for an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Our teaching staff from 17 different nationalities provide a world-class education to our student body from over 35 countries. The school has relocated to an innovative new campus in Al Khawaneej with high end facilities, led by an inspirational leadership team. 

Due to our continuous growth, we welcome new members of staff to join our wonderful team of international educators every year. With a passion for teaching and the ability to inspire student inquiry and engagement, we are seeking applications from educators with the ability to differentiate learning and to demonstrate a deep commitment to educating the child in a holistic manner.

The role:

The PYP Teacher will plan and deliver lessons to ensure outstanding student learning through individual, small group and in-class teaching methods in line with IB/PYP  framework. The ideal applicant will possess a kind and personable nature and engaging personality. The teacher will place emphasis on providing their students with well-resourced lessons and promote every child's right to learn by creating a warm but challenging environment for the children. Teachers will not only be expected to develop a fantastic rapport with their class but the whole school and the wider community. The ideal teacher will possess confidence in delivering lessons of all core subjects and can develop children’s confidence and self-esteem. Ensuring that the written, taught and assessed curriculum, across the PYP, is relevant, engaging, in line with the philosophical and organizational requirements of the International Baccalaureate, and DM. Engaging and motivating students to achieve at levels that are beyond their expectations and previous limits. Teacher should use excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to enjoy learning. Make full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels. Planning and delivery of PYP programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum. Communicate openly and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child. Maintain high levels of confidentiality when speaking to parents and external parties. Contribute actively to department discussions in meeting. Plan and prepare schemes of work and complete planning documentation. Teach with consistent effectiveness the students in her/his classes, taking full account of all students’ individual educational needs.  Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous ‘best’ and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning. Ensure that the PYP exhibition is a high-quality demonstration and assessment of the students achievements throughout the PYP. 

Requirements: 

  • Degree in Elementary Education, Primary Education, Childhood (Or relative fields); 
  • Valid American Teaching License, PGCE with UK Qualified Teachers Status, Bachelors of Education or SACE; 
  • Minimum 2 years proven teaching experience essential; ideally within an IB school; 
  • Proven track record in delivering outstanding results;  
  • Professional commitment to the successful implementation of an enriched IB/PYP curriculum; 
  • High level of IT Skills; 
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work closely with students, parent and peers; 
  • Be willing to engage in extra-curricular activities; 
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to contribute to the general welfare of the School.

Living in Dubai:

As one of the world’s most dynamic cities and an international hub, Dubai is a major player in the international teaching market offering first-class education. Dar al Marefa seek diversity and inspiring academics who have the same family values as we do. 

We provide a generous package which includes; a tax-free salary, residence visa, private medical insurance, an annual flight allowance home and tuition fee concessions. We can help you with the stress of relocation and can provide you high quality company accommodation.

Application Process

To apply,please complete and submit your TES application form.

All appointments are subject to interview, successful references and background checks, visa and work permit approval as per UAE Labour law and KHDA approval.

About Dar Al Marefa Private School

+971 288 5782

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An inspiring educational initiative by one of the most prominent UAE families Al Ghurair, Dar Al Marefa School is a top-ranked and widely recognised bilingual International Baccalaureate® school in Dubai, with an ambitious and innovative vision – to make a significant contribution to the next generation of the UAE by partnering with parents, friends and the local community, providing an outstanding educational offer to its students. 

Our Vision - is to create a community that fosters lifelong learning, is rooted in its values and beliefs, and is open minded, tolerant and appreciates diversity. Our graduates are principled and courageous individuals, ready to contribute to a more just, equitable and peaceful world.   

Our Mission - is to build a consistent, challenging and safe learning environment that supports each child in exploring their capabilities, encourages them to respect other cultures and embrace the world with open-mindedness, understanding and confidence. 

Dar Al Marefa is an IB World School offering a bilingual education in English and Arabic. 

Our curriculum reflects our respect for local and regional cultures while preparing our students for an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Our current teaching staff hail from 17 different nationalities and provide a world-class education to our student body, themselves representing over 35 countries. 

In 2019, we moved to a new ‘state of the art’ campus, designed in partnership with Pritzker Prize Award winning Spanish architects RCR Arquitectes. Together we have envisaged and created a healthy and dynamic learning environment for students, teachers and wider community. The new campus will cater for 2000 students across the 3 programs of PYP, MYP and DP.

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