Math Teacher (Middle School)

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.