Head of Gifted & Talented Program
Al Khor International School (AKIS)
Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Tax Free Salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 4 October 2014
Job overview
Al Khor International School is one of the largest international schools in the Middle East with over 4,000 students. We are owned by RasGas and Qatargas, the world's two largest producers of liquefied natural gas.
The school has exceptional facilities and is located in Al Khor Community, 40 minutes north of Qatar's capital city Doha.
What we are looking for
The successful candidate will have experience in leading a successful Gifted and Talented Program and a solid reputation for having met desired goals. The person will have strong leadership that includes the knowledge of best practices for Gifted and Talented Development within a school community. This position reports to the Head of Projects and will work closely with the Headmaster, Heads of Schools and Student Affairs. The post will have 75% non-contact time and any subject specialism will be considered.
Successful applicants will also fulfil the following goals:
Strategic Leadership & Management
- Liaise with senior leaders to devise the AKIS Gifted & Talented Strategic Plan
- Set up structures and staff to operationalize the Gifted & Talented mission
- Undertake an audit of what Gifted & Talented practice already exists in the school
- Review the audit to identify future provision
- Monitor the school's Gifted & Talented policy, in discussion with other team leaders, to ensure it is working in practice.
- Ensure the ongoing place of Gifted & Talented development in the school's priorities.
- Analyse Gifted & Talented practice against AKIS desired outcomes for the Gifted & Talented and international standards
Curriculum Improvement
- Work with the G&T coordinator(s) in order to devise and implement strategies to monitor and review practice, working with and through other team leaders across the school.
- Liaise with the Data/Assessment Leader to monitor any Gifted & Talented students in danger of underachieving.
- Keep self & others informed re: Gifted & Talented developments locally and nationally.
- Liaise with subject leaders / heads of department / pastoral leaders / year teams etc. to ensure effective identification of and provision for Gifted & Talented pupils in the everyday classroom.
- Work with the G&T coordinator(s) to oversee and support complementary enrichment programmes.
Workforce Development/CPD
- Offer/broker support and advice to colleagues about identification, provision, enrichment, extension etc.
- Work alongside other team leader colleagues to monitor and target pupil achievement, especially with regard to any Gifted & Talented 'register'.
- Attend / lead / organise external and internal INSET and evaluate its impact on learning in the classroom.
The Community
- Liaise with other schools to share, celebrate and enhance provision.
- Use expertise of parents/carers and others in the wider community.
Finance, Resources
- Draw up and monitor a financed plan of development with senior leadership.
- Identify, source & evaluate human and material resources to support Gifted & Talented.
- Develop and maintain a school / department / key stage resources collection to support Gifted & Talented.
The following criteria must be met to move forward in the hiring process for this position:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 3 ? 5 years of previous Gifted and Talented Leadership
This is a great opportunity to join an international school that is building on its already successful results and reputation, and is committed to becoming an outstanding school and leader in the region. The initial contract will be for 2 years but will be renewable.
What we offer
Our excellent compensation package includes:
- Tax-free salary
- Free accommodation and utilities
- Baggage allowance
- Medical benefits
- Free annual air tickets
- Free club, swimming pool and gymnasium access
- Free education for children
- End of service gratuity
How to apply
To apply and to view all our current vacancies please visit our website: www.akis.sch.qa.
Candidates who meet the above criteria should send a cover letter, resume and a list of at least three current references to recruitment@akis.sch.qa.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Attached documents
About Al Khor International School (AKIS)
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About Al Khor International School
Owned by QatarEnergy LNG– one of the largest natural gas-producing companies in the world, AKIS was established to cater primarily for the children of its employees. The school is located in Al Khor Community, approximately 40Km north of Doha.
A co-educational and non-selective school, AKIS offers the following provision to students from Kindergarten through to Post 16 (3-18 years of age):
- British Curriculum (BC)
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) of India
- Ministry of Education and Higher Education Curriculum, including Arabic Language, Qatar History and Islamic Studies.
Over 4,000 students are taught across five buildings, by a dedicated and skilled team of 500+ academic staff, and are supported by a team of more than 50 administrative staff.
AKIS BC, and CBSE are licensed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, and fully comply with its resolutions and the laws of the State of Qatar.
Vision
Securing our future through a premiere education.
Mission
AKIS proudly serves QatarEnergy LNG by providing a world-class education, which inspires us to find our passions and reach our potential. We are encouraged to develop knowledge, understanding and wisdom, while celebrating our shared humanity and forging friendships across cultures. Learning leads the way to building a better, more peaceful world.
Pillars
- Positive and well-being
- Engaging learning
- Outstanding achievement
- Caring community
- Personal growth
- Global citizenship
Values
We conduct ourselves with integrity and uphold the following values:
- Honesty
- Kindness
- Compassion
- Respect
- Responsibility
Strategic Choices
- Academic and operational excellence
- Stakeholder engagement and partnerships
- Cultural diversity
- Professional integrity and collective responsibility
Accreditations
As part of our vision to become one of the leading international schools in the Middle East and mission to provide a world class education for our students, we currently have the following accreditation, from leading educational associations:
- Qatar Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOE)
- Council of British International Schools (COBIS) - Accredited Member
- British Schools in the Middle East
- British Schools Overseas
- Council of International Schools
- International English Testing System (IELTS) Testing Centre
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