Teacher of EAL

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of EAL for a September 2025 start.

Skills

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Deliver the required curriculum, demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilize appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for 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 etc.
• 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.
• Set and mark work. Assess, record and report on the academic development, progress and attainment of students and use assessment to ensure the curriculum meets the individual student’s needs. 
• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom. 
• Promote the general progress and well-being of students and provide guidance to 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. Plan and implement 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 organizing 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.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment. 
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. 
• Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.