GUIS is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same commitment from all its staff. Approval for new hires will depend on two favorable employment checks and enhanced pre-employment clearance, which includes identity verification, criminal background checks, qualification verification, and employment history checks to identify any gaps. Every member of GUIS is responsible for promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Scope of Responsibility

At GUIS, every staff member plays a role in creating a safe and developmentally appropriate environment in line with the GUIS program philosophy, policies, and procedures. The teacher at GUIS is essential in delivering high-quality lessons while fostering both academic and personal growth in students. In alignment with the school’s vision and values, the teacher is tasked with cultivating a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive learning atmosphere that encourages student success, curiosity, and a passion for learning.

Major Duties:

Safeguarding and Wellbeing:

Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and positive behavior of all community members
Adhere to GUIS's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures

Key Responsibilities

In accordance with the teaching standards applicable to ULC, teachers are expected to:

Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons
Modify teaching strategies to meet the diverse strengths and needs of all students
Assess, monitor, and document student progress, employing data-driven instructional methods to enhance teaching and learning
Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that facilitates progress for all students
Contribute to the development and implementation of the school’s curriculum and instructional frameworks
Recognize and work towards improving literacy and oracy across all lessons

Whole-School Responsibilities:

Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of school policies, practices, and procedures that support the school's vision and values, with a focus on students' Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Engage in the broader life and ethos of the school, including extracurricular activities and events
Participate in up to six marketing events during the academic year as needed
Provide coverage for colleagues when requested

Specific Division’s Duties

Teaching load (60m/lesson): Maximum of 18 lessons per week
Co-Curricular Activities (CCA): All teachers must participate in two sessions per week (unpaid). Those with stipend responsibilities are required to contribute one session per week (unpaid)
Office Hours: 15:55hrs – 16:40hrs every Tuesday and Thursday
Homeroom duty: All teachers should be prepared to take on the HRS (unpaid) role as needed
Marketing & Admissions days: Up to six unpaid days to assist with marketing events when required

Required Qualifications, Skills, Experience, and Attributes:

An internationally recognized teaching qualification
Proficiency in the language of instruction
Comprehensive subject knowledge and curriculum expertise in relevant specialism(s)
Ability to design and deliver engaging, well-organized lessons tailored to student needs
Strong classroom management skills with the capability to maintain a positive, secure, and productive learning space
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, fostering collaboration with colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders
Commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for enhancing teaching practices
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the school

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A Level/IGCE English teacher

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