Job Purpose  

The MYP Product Design teacher is responsible for implementing and teaching the Middle School’s students according to the International Baccalaureate curriculum, being the learner, motivator and communicator who provides a professional expertise, and high quality teaching and learning. 

The teacher provides, leads and facilitates diverse and effective learning experiences using a range of methods in a supportive and positive climate across the school. Delivering a coherent, balanced, integrated, inquiry-based program and preparing students for international programs in a stimulating, challenging and well-organized learning environment, collaborating with other teachers to contribute students’ success.

Roles & responsibilities:

• Planning, initiating, supporting, and guiding the units which involve knowledge and understanding of the IB resources. 
• Creating appropriate learning experience (field work, learning engagements)
• Creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students. 
• Motivating students to perform at their best through differentiated instructions and using varieties of styles.
• Contributing to the enrichment of learning engagements.
• Monitoring students’ performance to enhance their understanding and master skills.
• Monitoring students’ progress through effective assessment.
• Communicating regularly and constructively with students  
• Using teaching methods engaging students, stimulating intellectual curiosity including the use of effective questioning, presentation and resources.
• Setting high expectations for student’s behavior, establishing and maintaining a good standard of behavior management through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
• Collaborating with other teachers to contribute students’ success.
• Teaching related classes, per the full-time teaching load specified by the MOE instructions 
• Having the ability and willingness for online and/or in a hybrid context teaching and learning, as necessary. 
• Working independently and collaboratively to design and refine curriculum.
• Designing, preparing and delivering a high-quality curriculum for grades within the IB framework to suit the individual needs of all students
• Nurturing meaningful relationships with students and providing the individual attention they need
• Maintaining records of students' work and progress through Learning  
• Working as a member of a team, positively contributing to effective working relations within the school
• Communicating, where necessary with parents and external bodies, following school policies
• Attending school events, workshops, student-Led conferences
• Attending IB authorized training and staying current with all relevant changes to the IB guide 
• Taking on the responsibilities of a Year Coordinator or a Homeroom teacher upon request ( if applicable)
• Attending departments regular meetings  
• Documenting all work (units, presentations, videos, worksheets, photos...etc.) on the design department shared drive.
• Taking photos for students during the year while working, conducting activities, and creating their final products.
• Supervising design competitions and following up.
• Preparing for school Design Day “Tasmeem” and any design events, which might require working after school hours or during weekends and holidays if needed.
• Building good connections with local and international designers.
• Inviting local designers to be part of the educational process.
• Carrying out any other duties or responsibilities requested by the principal

Job requirements:

• Bachelor and/or Master degree in architecture.
• 2 years of IB experience
• MYP/DP Design workshop
• Computer skills at a level that permits creative use of technology in the classroom.
• Good communication & Presentation skills and ability to speak in public in confidence.
• Demonstrate professionalism, commitment, integrity, strength of character and perseverance.
• Committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Able to prepare reports, worksheets and deliver oral presentations.
• Excellent planning, coordinating, organizing, and analyzing abilities are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with teachers at all levels in a multicultural environment.
• Strong communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Demonstrates ongoing learning by continuously partaking in professional development opportunities.
• Good team spirit.
• Ability to work under pressure & resilience.