9017 - Head of Department - Performing Art - August '21
- Employer
- GEMS Education
- Location
- Dubai, UAE
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Teaching, Fine Arts Teacher, Art Teacher
Job Details
At Al Khaleej National School, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Performing Arts expert to join as Head of Department for the start of the '21-22 academic year.
The successful applicant will be 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.
The successful applicant will have the following:
- August availability
- A relevant university Arts Degree combined with an internationally recognized teaching qualification OR a B.Ed specializing in one of the Performing Arts subjects
- 4 or more years of experience as a Teacher
- At least 2 years in a leadership/management capacity in a school setting
- American Curriculum School experience though 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
If you are excited by this opportunity and meet minimum requirements please ensure to clearly differentiate the various experiences including details of grades, curricula and leadership/management responsibilities.
About Your Benefits
An attractive tax-free competitive salary.
About GEMS
Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.
About the School
Established in 1992, GEMS Al-Khaleej National School is a US curriculum, K-12 international school helping over 2,000 students every year in developing life-long learning skills such as Empathy, Innovation, Self-awareness, Global Citizenship, Resilience and Grit. Our practices are rooted in our vision which is, "To be one of the finest US curriculum schools in Dubai in terms of the quality of teaching and learning and students' character".
AKNS's inspection results are evident of the fact that the school has been on an incredible journey of transformation. This was also witnessed in school's recent AP results. AKNS's Average for all students across all AP subjects offered at school is 3.56 whereas UAE Average stands at 3.24 in comparison to the world average which is 2.95. Our high school students are given a chance to pick from a wide-variety of courses along with an array of Advanced Placement choices.
At GEMS Al-Khaleej National School (AKNS), we resolutely believe that success stems from reflective teaching practices, attentive administration, wonderful families and responsible students. We believe in bringing out the best in each of our students by promoting a healthy balance between Islamic values, cultural heritage and 21st century learning skills. In order to achieve this, we have established a culture of integrity that supports academic success and creates a community of lifelong learners. This, in tandem with a curriculum infused with global citizenship themes, allows children to develop innovative thinking skills to ensure that our students are ready for every challenge and opportunity.
http://www.gemsakns.com/
About Application Process
If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):
1. Resume/CV
2. Passport-size photograph
Important Note : GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students. Applicants will be required to submit a current police criminal clearance check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment.
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Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.
When you join GEMS Education you join an international education company with a global network of international schools. We are the leading Kindergarten to Grade 12 operator in the world. Please visit our website to learn more. To apply to one of our premium schools please scan through the variety of roles we have advertised.
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- Location
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GEMS Education, Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai
Dubai
PO Box 8607
AE
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