Lead for Teaching and Learning

Dubai Schools

Dubai
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

*Dubai Schools Al Barsha has an opening for an accomplished Lead for
Teaching and Learning to join in August 2024.*As a leading education provider in the Middle East, Taaleem is continuing to
support the UAE Vision and National Agenda 2021, establishing a unique
partnership between the government and the private sectors. We currently
manage and operate several private-public partnership schools in the UAE, to
raise the quality of education; playing a significant role in shaping the
present and future lives of Emirati youth.The Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining
an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we
work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become
independent and empathetic learners.The vision for Dubai Schools is to offer a first-class international
education to students by being a beacon and exemplar of academic quality. The
school uses the US curriculum, the New York Engage Standards, as the
foundation of the educational program, balanced with a sharp focus on Arabic
literacy, Islamic studies, and the cultural values of the UAE. Maintaining
this balance is crucial and is likely to define the successful leadership of
a school that seeks to meld global-mindedness with an appreciation of the
UAE’s cultural heritage.The main objective of the Dubai Schools Project is to create a mutually
beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that
ensures Dubai’s aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in
'Good+' rated schools by 2026.*Who are we looking for? *We are seeking outstanding, dedicated, and resilient teachers who are
committed to the long-term goals of this project. We would like to recruit
individuals who believe they can make a difference to their students, who
understand that change is a process, and who want to take an active role in
sharing their expertise as the team moves towards achieving its shared goals.*Job Purpose:*The Lead for Teaching and Learning is a leadership role, without classroom
responsibilities. They are the key driver to pedagogy, teaching and learning
support, development, and achievement across the school. Working with the
SLT and GLLs, and partnering with other curriculum subject specialists, the
Teaching and Learning Coach focuses on teaching and learning development,
through assessment, data, pedagogy, resources, and curriculum. The personal
qualities of the Lead for Teaching and Learning include enthusiasm for and
highly skilled in teaching, and the ability to effectively support and
develop colleagues with impactful teaching across the curriculum.*Key Responsibilities:*

Establish a direction for teaching and learning that aligns with the

integrated inquiry philosophy of Dubai Schools Al Barsha, in collaboration
with the SLT, through policy, practice, effective pedagogy, resources, and
curriculum across the school.

Establish systems and processes, based on data analysis, with the SLT, to

assess and analyze student assessment, progress, and achievement data.

Map and review all achievement standards annually to guide grade planning,

to ensure coverage and depth of teaching.

Assist teachers with the gathering and analysis of classroom data on

progress and attainment.

Work collaboratively to decide on Dubai Schools Al Barsha Development

Goals for improved student achievement so that there is clarity and
consensus.

Take direct responsibility for the development, effectiveness, and

management of teacher intervention and support programs.

Plan and lead professional learning in pedagogy and curriculum.
Recommend and manage resource selection and allocation to priority

teaching goals.

In conjunction with SLT and GLLs, support the evaluation of teaching and

student outcomes through regular classroom visits, modeling, and provision
of formative and summative feedback to teachers about effective
mathematics practice.

Prepare and monitor school action plans and provide regular feedback to

the SLT.

Contribute to quality assurance arrangements across schools to help

improve the quality of teaching and learning.

Participate, as directed, in School Reviews, to identify and disseminate

best practices and formulate, where required, appropriate school
improvement goals related to achievement and teaching.

Work with the SLT on the preparation of the relevant section of the SDP

and inspection documentation.

Develop a deep understanding of ICT platforms and support tools in

mathematics, leading the management, use, and implementation of these.

Help teachers to identify areas for improvement in their teaching practice

and support their development.

Plan and run regular parent support meetings about curriculum learning, to

create parent partnerships, at least twice each term.*Taaleem:*As a leading education provider in the Middle East, Taaleem is continuing to
support the UAE Vision and National Agenda 2021, establishing a unique
partnership between the government and the private sectors. We currently
manage and operate several private-public partnership schools in the UAE, to
raise the quality of education; playing a significant role in shaping the
present and future lives of Emirati youth.Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices about
child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful
applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of
high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification,
and police checks, including overseas checks.

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