Job Purpose  

The MYP Robotics - Design teacher is responsible for implementing and teaching the Middle School’s 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, initiating, supporting and guiding the units which involve knowledge and understanding of the IB resources. 
• Creating appropriate learning experience (field work, learning engagements)
• 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.
• 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 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 

• Working independently and collaboratively to design and refine curriculum
• Designing, preparing and delivering a high-quality curriculum for grades within the IB framework to suit the individual needs of all students

• Nurturing meaningful relationships with students and providing the individual attention they need

• Maintaining records of students' work and progress through Learning 
• Working as a member of a team, positively contributing to effective working relations within the school
• Communicating, where necessary with parents and external bodies, following school policies
• Attending school events, workshops, student-Led conferences
• Attending IB authorized training and staying current with all relevant changes to the IB guide

• Taking on the responsibilities of a Year Coordinator or a Homeroom teacher upon request (if applicable)
• Attending departments regular meetings  
• Documenting all work (units, presentations, videos, worksheets, photos...etc.) on the design department shared drive.
• Taking photos for students during the year while working, conducting activities, and creating their final products.
• Supervising design competitions and following up.
• Preparing for school Design Day “Tasmeem” and any design events, which might require working after school hours or during weekends and holidays if needed.
• Building good connections with local and international designers.
• Inviting local designers to be part of the educational process.
• Carrying out any other duties or responsibilities requested by the principal
• Checking that all work (units, presentations, videos, worksheets, photos...etc.) on the department shared drive.
• Participating in design competitions and following up with supervisors.
• Preparing for school Design Day “Tasmeem” and any design events, which might require working after school hours or during weekends and holidays if needed.
• Building good connections with local and international designer
• Integrating robotics in other subjects (STEM)

Job requirements:

• Bachelor and/or Master degree in Mechatronics
• 2 years of experience in teaching at schools or Robotic academies
• 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.
• Ability to work under pressure & resilience.