Grades 1&2 English Homeroom Teacher

Posting ID: FA2405

Position Title: Grades 1&2 English Homeroom Teacher

Reports To : Schools Principal

Location: Amman-Jordan

Joining Date: August 2024

About Us

Duroub is a primary school committed to fostering the growth of young minds through a progressive, inquiry-based curriculum rooted in the Primary Years Programme (PYP), expanding into the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) as our students advance year by year.

Our Vision: to cultivate creative, innovative, caring individuals and visionaries who empower and inspire each other, building a purpose-driven community that impacts the world positively.

Our Mission: to provide an outstanding educational experience that nurtures the potential within each individual through a spirit of collaboration and empathy. Ultimately empowering our students with the values, knowledge and skills to affect positive change in the world.

About the Position

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Grades 1 and 2 PYP English Homeroom Teacher to join our vibrant educational community. The ideal candidate will foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment while implementing the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework. As an integral member of our team, the grades 1 and 2 PYP English Homeroom Teacher will inspire young minds, cultivate curiosity, and promote holistic development through engaging and innovative teaching methodologies.

Duties

  • Implement the PYP curriculum, focusing on English language development and literacy and numeracy

 skills for students in grade 1 and 2.

  • Design and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons to cater to diverse learning needs and abilities.

  • Foster inquiry-based learning and critical thinking skills.

  • Collaborate closely with colleagues to plan and execute cohesive units of inquiry aligned with PYP principles.

  • Conduct ongoing assessments of student progress and provide constructive feedback to support individual growth and development.

  • Maintain open and effect communication channels with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure a

collaborative learning environment.

  • Integrate technology and diverse resources to enrich the learning experience and meet educational objectives.

  • Actively engage in continuous professional development opportunities to enhance teaching strategies and stay updated with best practices.

  • Working with students one-on-one when they need extra help or attention.

Requirements and Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English is a must.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant field; a teaching certification is preferred.

  • Experience in teaching within an IB PYP or similar inquiry-based educational setting.

  • Proficient in English language instruction with a strong focus on literacy development.

  • Demonstrated proficiency and confidence in teaching Mathematics, aligning with the curriculum requirements for elementary-grade levels.

  • Passion for educating elementary-ages students and a solid understanding of their cognitive and socio-emotional needs.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.

  • Familiarity with educational technology tools and their integration to enhance learning outcomes.

  • Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills

  • Well-organised and committed

  • Creative and energetic

Prospective applicants are kindly requested to submit their resumes to the designated email address careers@duroub.net ensuring that the title of the email includes the Posting ID FA2405.