Job Purpose

The IB DP Chemistry teacher is responsible for implementing and teaching the High School students according to the International Baccalaureate curriculum, being the learner, motivator and communicator who provides a professional expertise, and high-quality teaching and learning.

The teacher provides, leads and facilitates diverse and effective learning experiences using a range of methods in a supportive and positive climate across the school. Delivering a coherent, balanced, integrated, inquiry-based program and preparing students for international programs in a stimulating, challenging and well-organized learning environment, collaborating with other teachers to contribute students’ success.

Roles & responsibilities                                                                                                                                                 

• Planning authentic units that allow students to actively apply their knowledge and skills towards solving local and global issues.
• Enabling students to exercise choice, develop goals, plan their approach and work independently.
• Designing, preparing and delivering a high-quality curriculum within the IB framework to suit the individual needs of all students.
• Developing a holistic overview, that ensures students build on their prior learning experiences.
• Designing, testing and supervising laboratory experiments relevant to the current lessons being taught in class
• Ensuring students understand and follow all safety rules for laboratory experiments and are aware of the proper actions to take during accidents and emergencies
• Assigning and evaluating all coursework, submit grades and maintain contact with parents regarding student performance
• Creating course materials such as booklets, handouts and homework assignments
• Creating appropriate learning experience and extra-curricular activities (field work, learning engagements, etc.)
• Creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
• Motivating students to perform at their best through differentiated instructions and using varieties of styles.
• Contributing to the enrichment of learning engagements.
• Monitoring students’ performance to enhance their understanding and master skills.
• Monitoring students’ progress through effective assessment.
• Taking part in the standardization of all types of assessments within the subject group  
• Communicating regularly and constructively with students
• Using teaching methods engaging students, stimulating intellectual curiosity including the use of effective questioning, presentation and resources.
• Setting high expectations for student’s behavior, establishing and maintaining a good standard of behavior management through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
• Collaborating with the well-being department
• Collaborating with other teachers to contribute students’ success.
• Teaching related classes, per the full time teaching load specified by the MoE instructions
• Having the ability and willingness for online and/or in a hybrid context teaching and learning, as necessary
• Nurturing meaningful relationships with students and providing the individual attention they need
• Maintaining records of students' work and progress through learning and to coordinate with the YCs
• Working as a member of a team, positively contributing to effective working relations within the school
• Attending school events
• Taking on the responsibilities of a Year Coordinator or a Homeroom teacher upon request (if applicable)
• Communicating, where necessary with parents and external bodies, following school policies
• Coordinating with the YCs, area leaders, AlKashef Center and the well-being department
• Morning duties and during breaks
• Replacing absent teachers when needed
• Implement school policies, mission and vision
• Attending departments regular meetings 
• Attending school workshops and conferences
• Attending IB authorized training and staying current with all relevant changes to the IB guide
• Sharing best practices with team members
• Sharing gained knowledge and skills after attending IB workshops and conferences with the team members
• Carrying out any other duties or responsibilities requested by the principal

Job requirements:

• Bachelor and/or Master degree in Chemistry or relevant subject
• IB experience and training is a plus
• Computer skills at a level that permits creative use of technology in the classroom
• Good communication & Presentation skills and ability to speak in public in confidence.
• Demonstrate professionalism, commitment, integrity, strength of character and perseverance.
• Committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning
• Able to prepare reports, worksheets and deliver oral presentations
• Excellent planning, coordinating, organizing and analyzing abilities are essential
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with teachers at all levels in a multicultural environment
• Strong communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Demonstrates ongoing learning by continuously partaking in professional development opportunities.
• Good team spirit and patience
• Ability to work under pressure & resilience.