:This opportunity will suit a highly motivated, well-organized, resilient and innovative leader who will be able to help shape, direct and deliver an outstanding education for students in our care.Seer Baniyas Charter School is dedicated to public school students based in Mohammed Bin Zayed City in the City of Abu Dhabi and offers American-based curriculum to Grades 6 and 7. We cater for 641 Emirati students, all boys. Middle School US Curriculum of English, Math, Science, Humanities and MOE subjects will be enhanced with a wide range of extracurricular activities that address the needs of all our students.The successful candidate will be self-motivated, have proven success in driving standards and be committed to the pursuit of excellence for all. They will have a secure knowledge of teaching and learning and a track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning and will be able to demonstrate leadership skills/experiences at a variety of levels and be effective in working collaboratively in a team.The successful candidate will have a \'can do\' attitude, as life in a Charter School can be challenging at times, but it is equally highly rewarding, as our impact upon student learning is clearly visible every day. A sense of humor is vital too!We are a busy and inclusive school where the support for all students is essential. The ideal candidate will be strategic, have strong organizational skills and be confident multi-tasking. Building a positive and collaborative community and a willingness to support and collaborate with the Aldar Education network of schools is a must.The successful candidate will ideally have experience within the US Curriculum and a proven track record in leadership who is closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region. The role would be suitable for an experienced leader who is looking for future growth and career development.This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.Responsibilities:Main Duties:

• Direct and quality assure the activities of staff and students and ensure a safe, orderly, and smooth functioning environment conducive to learning.
• Collaborate with Principal and Vice Principal to supervise and evaluate teachers, supervisors and curriculum support staff as assigned.
• Provide leadership in screening and interviewing applicants including non-teaching positions, and/or recommending of applicants to be interviewed.
• Implement student achievement improvement efforts as mapped out in the school development plan and ADEK regulations and as directed by Aldar Education. This will include but not be limited to school improvement plans, standardized testing, intervention, collection and reporting of data as required, and the development of special schedules and testing procedures as necessary.
• Collaborate with the SLT team regarding new or changing instructional methods, materials, strategies, and programs.
• Support the planning process within a team to ensure highly effective instructional strategies are embedded within a phase of the school. Support the development of high- quality curriculum resources.
• Assist, determine, develop and implement plans for staff CPD development for the building that facilitates professional growth and enhance the quality and efficiency of teaching.
• Assist in the completion and submission of all required reports, forms, and data requests on time to the designated sources.
• Work/meet with other administrators and staff to foster and participate in team collaboration and effectiveness.
• Leadership of a directed phase within the school for all matters related to curriculum and instruction as directed by the VP for Curriculum and Instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the School Principal.

Behavior management and duties

• Follow the school\'s behavior policy.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively, when necessary, within the school\'s behavioral policy.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behavior, which are expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations of behavior, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school\'s policy.

Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in education or alternate BA/B.Sc. degree with PGCE, or equivalent Teaching Qualification is essential.

Minimum Experience

• 6-years\' experience of which 4 consecutive years teaching performance exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal.
• Previous Leadership experience is essential with a minimum of 2 years\' in a middle leadership role
• Experience of working in a US Curriculum school within the UAE is desirable.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language.
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life

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