1 Qualifications and experience. The school prefers people with:
1.1 Qualified teacher status appropriate to the teaching duties to be undertaken.
1.2 Experience of IB MYP Science and DPChemistry
2 Knowledge and Skills. He/She should:
2.1 be aligned with the ISL values of diversity, passion, identity and understanding
2.2 possess excellent communication skills and be willing to adapt to the demands of an international school, in particular he/she should be able to communicate effectively in English
2.3 have a high level of understanding of current research as to how children l earn and possess the ability to motivate students to perform at their best
2.4 through differentiated instruction, and by using a variety of styles, be able to inspire mixed culture and ability classes, by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students
2.5 be able to support student needs in learning and pastoral matters
2.6 be aware of the principles of Understanding by Design and Assessment for Learning
2.7 be adept and accomplished at teaching IB MYP Science and DP Chemistry to students age 11-18 years
2.8 have a high level of awareness of current developments in middle school and diploma science education
2.9 be able to participate fully in an expanding middle school and, in particular, help to develop the team spirit within IB MYP/DP Science
2.10 have the ability to manage a diverse and demanding workload
3 Responsibilities.
3.1 To implement MYP, DP policy and strategic plans
3.2 To liaise with the IB MYP, DP teams and the curriculum leaders to e nsure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom
3.3 To participate in the design, development, implementation a nd review of MYP Science and DP Chemistry programmes
3.4 To participate in the design, development, implementation and review of assessment and reporting systems
3.5 To promote the health and safety of assigned classes
3.6 To participate in professional development and contribute to regular staff training/meetings
3.7 To encourage the team spirit in the middle school and develop links with colleagues across the school
3.8 To contribute to community service and global citizenship goals
3.9 To contribute to the extra-curricular activities programme of the school
3.10 To contribute to the development of a positive attitude between Science and the wider community
T hrough cooperative relations, publications, competitions etc.
3.11 To enhance the professional standing of the faculty
4 Specific Targets. The successful candidate will assume this post at a crucial stage in the development of ISL Qatar. The following list gives an indication of some of the specific current matters to be addressed.
4.1 To participate in the current development of the MYP, addressing matters arising from our MYP authorisation
R eport
4.2 To develop an integrated, inquiry-based programme of MYP Science and DP Chemistry , with interdisciplinary links to other subjects, especially through the MYP Areas of Interaction/Global Contexts
