Teacher of Mathematics and Further Mathematics

The Teacher of Mathematics will consult with all staff

and report to the Head of Mathematics

Responsibilities of Position

1. To be an ambassador of the College at all times, in school and the United Arab Emirates.
2. To teach a maximum of an 80% teaching timetable, carry out duties, cover for absent colleagues and actively support the Co-Curricular Programme leading a minimum of two activities per week.
3. To teach creative, engaging and outstanding lessons, according to the educational needs and interests of all the children in your care.
4. To encourage each pupil to reach their academic potential through enthusiastic and personalized teaching with challenge and depth, rigorous record keeping and follow up.
5. To be aware of and comply with the College academic policies.
6. To develop and share planning and resources.
7. To attend all meetings and INSET as required.
8. To prepare, invigilate and assess internal and external tests and examinations.

Pastoral

1. To work within a House team as a Tutor.
2. To show an active interest in each child’s personal and domestic circumstances and to foster the personal and social developments of each pupil in your care.
3. To actively promote the social, moral and cultural ethos of the College community.
4. To create an atmosphere of support by being aware of, and fully complying with, all the College pastoral policies.
5. To be familiar with all the College’s policies on Health and Safety and be proactive in ensuring the safety of all members of the College community at all times.
6. To promote exemplary behaviour and a responsible attitude amongst all pupils at all times.

Professional Responsibilities

1. To promote pride in the College among the pupil body through high standards of dress, behaviour and commitment.
2. To ensure that all communication is acted upon appropriately and in a timely manner.
3. To attend Parents’ Evenings, Assemblies, Productions, Sporting, Special Events and Trips as required and in support of tutees.
4. To be responsible for all College resources particularly those in your care.
5. To contribute to the College website, social media and publications as required.
6. To contribute to the College’s Self Evaluation and Development Plan.
7. To foster a close partnership with parents, initiating contact in appropriate circumstances and ensuring effective record keeping of these communications.
8. To carry out a reasonable professional request made by the Head Master, Vice Principal, Head of Senior School, or member of the SLT.

EXPERIENCE

Many staff joining our school have a proven track record in their previous roles. More importantly, in the application process, we will look for candidates who demonstrate the ability to thrive within an environment that staff describe as both invigorating and refreshing. The ability to support the ambition, values and breadth of College life. The successful candidate for this challenging and rewarding position will have at least 2 years’ teaching experience in a British Curriculum School, possess excellent knowledge of GCSE and A Level Mathematics, and Further Mathematics, a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or related subject, and will hold a teaching qualification.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Successful candidates will be self-reliant, resilient and adaptable. Beyond this, candidates should have a strong record of professional development. They must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in premium education. We will look for evidence of the capacity to contribute to the broader life of the College.