We at GEMS International School, Al Khail, are looking for an experienced French Teacher to join our Secondary team for the Academic Year commencing August 2025.The successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who is excited to join our world-class school and is driven to provide education at an exceptional level. GEMS teachers enjoy an outstanding school environment in which to deliver a dynamic and creative curriculum to motivated students. At GIS, our teachers are supported by highly qualified staff in world-class facilities. Our diverse international community is encouraged to develop intercultural understanding and respect. We aim to be a world-class IB school that maximizes every students learning and character to enable them to choose their successful path and positively contribute to the local and global society. includes but is not limited to:

• Planned and delivered quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilize appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater to different learning styles.
• Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request. Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities, eg, late-entering students, ESL, Low academic ability, gifted and talented, etc.
• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of students and guide students on educational matters.
• Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (eg, Ministry of Education officials).
• Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study, and pastoral arrangements.
• Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes in the school. Promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials, and experiences.
• Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behavior. Planned and implemented strategies to encourage self-discipline and manage disruptive behavior.
• Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
• Assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions (e.g., inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days, etc.).
• Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students progress while respecting the confidentiality of student-related information

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License

Additional requirements for this role:The ideal candidate will have:

• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent in specialism in French/MFL.
• A minimum of 3 years of solid and demonstrable experience within French, ideally within an IB Curriculum School; however, this is not mandatory.
• The experience, personality, and educational philosophy to drive further the education agenda at this flagship GEMS school with an international student body
• The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
• Aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career

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