Chemistry Teacher

Job Description

• 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 utilise 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 organising of school events and functions (eg 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 work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.

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