Job Description
ISG Jubail seeks a dynamic Secondary & IBDP English Language and Literature teacher with a passion for leading the learning of students guided by the common core and IB. This person would demonstrate a commitment to a well-rounded and flexible English program that encompasses interdisciplinary connections, literacy, and authentic/relevant learning experiences. The ideal candidate will be passionate about student learning. ISG Jubail has a strong sense of community. The successful candidate would be committed to contributing to the whole school community beyond the confines of the English program. The ideal candidate would be eager to engage in collaboration around our mission: We inspire innovation and compassionate action.
The successful candidate will be able to effectively:
- Demonstrate commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection)
- Collaborate around meeting our mission: We inspire innovation and compassionate action
- Communicate and collaborate in a professional manner
- Commit to continual professional learning
- Plan meaningful assessment opportunities
- Drive learning through assessment and feedback
- Reflect on assessment goals and targets
- Plan and deliver effective and meaningful learning opportunities
- Know and respond to the needs of all students
- Promote agency and innovation in the learning process
- Foster compassion and build relationships amongst all the ISG community
- Exhibit effective and positive classroom management
- Contribute to student growth and collaboration
- Contribute to the after-school activities program and to the wider ISG Jubail community
- Effectively assess and report on student academic achievement and learning dispositions
- Espouse creativity and passion in and out of the classroom
Specifically with regards to middle / high school English, the successful candidate will be able to effectively:
- Create an environment where students passionately exercise agency in pursuing English
- Be a champion for students, learning, and the middle school / high school program
- Contribute to the creation and revision of the English curriculum
- Share interests and passions with students through the after-school program
The candidate must have:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study
The ideal candidate will have:
- Current certification/licensure to teach English
- An advanced degree in a related field of study
- Knowledge of the common core English standards and IB syllabi
- Knowledge of Understanding by Design (UbD) principles
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience
- Teaching English at the middle / high school level in an international context
- Leading and inspiring students to be informed community members and leaders
- Organizing student projects and performance tasks
- Documenting curriculum according to Understanding by Design (UbD) principles
- Designing programs based on the common core standards and IB syllabi
- Collaborating in a professional setting with large and small groups of colleagues
- Leading groups of students and faculty
Skills
- Positive and compassionate outlook
- Open-mindedness and flexibility
- A proactive approach and ability to take initiative
- Desire to engage in meaningful collaboration