Secondary English Teacher

Compass International School Doha is a well established school set across 3 campuses in the capital city of the State of Qatar. The school has provided premium education for expat and local families since 2006. All campuses offer a British international curriculum via the International Primary Curriculum. Our two 3 through schools offer the English National Curriculum, culminating in IGCSEs, AS and A levels as well as the prestigious IBDP in Years 12 and 13. A warm, friendly school with the students at the heart of everything we do, we are proud of our outstanding teachers and community feel.

To learn more about our school, please visit our website

Job Purpose

Be accountable for raising student achievement in your classes.

Support high standards of teaching and learning in English.

Take an active part in the development of the English department and the school as a whole.

Engage in extra-curricular activities as required ensuring a high level of participation in a wide range of activities.

To exhibit dedication to bringing to life the mission, vision, and values of Compass International School Doha.

To display a comprehensive understanding of the curriculum, facilitate effective teaching and assessment, take ownership of professional growth, and ensure that students reach their full potential.

Job Responsibilities

Learning and Teaching

• To be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching and organisation, and high standards of achievement and behaviour in English lessons.
• To be responsible for the development and on-going review of the school’s English curriculum and related schemes of work.
• To follow the school’s assessment, recording and reporting procedures.
• To follow the cultural expectations of Qatar and promote national identity.
• Be willing to share good practice within and beyond the English department.
• Promote cultural entitlement through the provision of a broad range of enrichment activities during and after the school day.
• Use the student tracking and monitoring processes to advance children’s learning and enhance professional practice in line with the school’s aspirations and priorities.
• To take personal responsibility for professional development.
• To communicate effectively the school’s narrative, being an ambassador for our school at all times.

More details about the role and requirements can be found in the accompanying job description.

JD – Secondary English Teacher

Personal Specifications

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature or Degree plus PGCE/QTS Essential Further Degree (e.g. MA) Desirable Teaching Qualifications Essential Teaching within an International School Desirable Experience of the UK National Curriculum Essential Proven track record and two years of teaching experience Desirable Knowledge of the relevant aspects of the UK National Curriculum Essential Experience of teaching English Language and Literature programmes at GCSE level or equivalent Essential Experience of teaching English at post-16 Essential Excellent oral and written communication skills Essential Ability to engage children and enable them to perform highly Essential

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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