Teacher of Education in Human Values

About us:

Fortes Education, Dubai manages all-through Schools (Regent International School & Sunmarke School), and Nurseries in (Jumeirah International Nurseries), Dubai. We are growing our network of schools and nurseries, and aspire to become one of the leading providers of education in the UAE.  We are committed to the pursuit of excellence and leadership in our educational services and practices, and are committed to delivering high quality education provision to the young people and families that we serve.

Regent International School (RIS) is an established all-through international school, of over 1,400 students taught by mainly UK trained teachers.  We have been delivering proven results in the classroom since inception, and have developed a reputation of being one of the leading schools in Dubai.   We provide students an academically rigorous education supported by a broad and balanced range of learning opportunities in and out of the classroom.  Our curriculum is enriched through the integration of a holistic “Education in Human Values” (EHV) program which develops character and emotional intelligence.  We aspire to maximise academic achievement but also to nurture our children, so that they become independent learners, confident individuals, responsible young adults who have the necessary qualifications, skills and values to flourish and excel in an ever-changing world.

Teacher of Education in Human Values

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting and very unique opportunity for a Teacher of Education in Human Values.  This is a unique curriculum area in Dubai delivered at Regent International School, a school rated as ‘Good’. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed professional to join an already successful team.  It would suit an experienced teacher who is looking to develop further success in an innovative curriculum opportunity.  Whatever the stage of your career, we are looking for certain qualities:

• Ability to drive an essential curriculum area for our school that underpins our values and ethos.
• Strong work-ethic, well-organised with the ability to inspire students, to believe that they can and will succeed;
• Eager to continuously learn new things and apply them in the curriculum;
• Passionate about providing enriched learning opportunities for children in and out of the classroom;
• Able to make a significant contribution to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, confident with technology, gets on well with colleagues, students and parents.

About you:

You will be an inspirational teacher, with excellent communication skills.  You will ideally have knowledge or experience at teaching the revised UK National Curriculum at all Key Stages. 

For this unique post you could have a background as a teacher, counselor, or other professional experience in working with young people across all stages in a values-based environment or educational curriculum.

Through our program and your own expertise, you will play an instrumental role in building our students’ character and nurture the virtues such as courage, honesty, compassion and humility.  Ideally you would have experience in facilitating young people’s involvement in community activities, volunteering, and charitable initiatives. 

You hold as a minimum, a B.ED or B.A & PGCE / PGDE or equivalent and relevant teaching qualification.  Honours degree preferred.

Our Offer:

• Extensive continuous in-house training in Education in Human Values curriculum
• State-of-the art facilities and amenities in well-maintained campuses in prime locations in Dubai.
• An enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents and Board members, who are dedicated to maximise student achievement for each and every child, and to create positive learning opportunities in and out of the classroom
• Working within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues
• Excellent professional development.
• Working in Dubai, one of the world’s most sought after work and travel destinations.

Our Package:

Our compensation package includes:

• Excellent tax-free salary
• Furnished Accommodation
• Baggage Allowance,
• Medical Insurance for self
• Annual Air-Ticket and paid vacations 

To Apply:

If you have the passion, energy and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, then get in touch.  In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role within our future growth plans.
Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: http://forteseducation.com/Careers/Vacancies.aspx

Interviews will be held via SKYPE and/or at a venue in Dubai or the UK

Application Closing Date 27th March 2015
Appointment Start Date Mid-Aug 2015