Key Stage 2 Primary Teacher

Dukhan English School exemplifies the essence of a community school, embracing individuals from all walks of life. We are a lively and dedicated group of educators within a nurturing and encouraging environment. Established in the early 1950s, DES is a not-for-profit institution owned and managed by Qatar Petroleum.

The school caters to the Dukhan Township, which is home to a multicultural community representing over 40 nationalities. Our new, purpose-built campus is nearing completion and spans 27 acres, featuring cutting-edge learning facilities including an 800-seat auditorium, a 1500-capacity assembly hall, three sports halls, two expansive green fields, swimming pools, and an all-weather pitch.

At DES, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence that enables both our students and staff to thrive. We hold the following beliefs:

- Every staff member serves as a role model for lifelong learning.
- We cultivate a culture of possibility, encouraging progress that exceeds our expectations.
- Each child in every classroom deserves a champion who will advocate for their personal and academic growth.
- Our teaching and learning practices are shaped by an evidence-informed approach.
- We value innovation, recognizing that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process.
- Generosity of spirit and our QP values are central to our professional and personal interactions.

We are looking for professionals who:

- Are reflective practitioners dedicated to ongoing professional development.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum development.
- Create classroom experiences that are engaging and challenging for all students.
- Ideally have experience working with a concept-based curriculum.
- Are adept in employing both formative and summative assessment methods.
- Can critically evaluate the progress, interventions, and achievements of all students.

We are specifically in search of a Primary teacher who:

- Possesses a deep understanding of teaching, learning, and assessment for Year 1 to Year 6.
- Demonstrates knowledge and experience in applying contemporary pedagogical strategies in planning and instruction.
- Utilizes assessment data to design sequenced and differentiated learning opportunities tailored to the diverse needs of students.
- Maintains high expectations for all learners, particularly focusing on accelerating the development of students with low prior attainment.
- Creates language-rich learning environments to facilitate rapid English language acquisition for bilingual and multilingual learners (BML).
- Has experience with a concept-based curriculum.
- Keeps precise formative and summative assessment records.
- Analyzes the progress, interventions, and achievements of all students critically.
- Involves teaching assistants in observation and instructional processes, ensuring quality engagement and accurate documentation of student achievement.
- Actively contributes to and offers areas of staff professional development.

In exchange for your enthusiasm, successful candidates will enjoy comprehensive benefits from the corporation, including competitive tax-free salaries, an interest-free car loan, educational support for up to four children, health coverage, and airfare for the entire family. Additionally, candidates will benefit from free accommodation, paid utilities, a generous furnishing allowance, and excellent leisure facilities within a private township.