International School
A private school in Dubai is looking for a bilingual Arabic HOD able to start in August 2023, the successful candidate will be able to lead the Arabic team according to KHDA standers. A bachelor’s degree in education is mandatory as well as a previous experience in leadership.
Responsibilities
To ensure the quality of learning in Arabic classes enables every child to make as much progress as possible.
To ensure the quality of teaching in the Arabic department is of the highest standard, ensuring lessons are relevant, engaging, and challenging.
To ensure the curriculum, assessment, time allocations and qualifications of staff for the Arabic department are in line with UAE regulations.
To take a lead in ensuring the school community pays adherence to sensitive issues and curriculum compliance in the UAE.
To work collaboratively with colleagues and families, particularly on cultural events.
Qualifications & Required Skills
A Bachelor’s in Arabic is essential.
A Master’s degree in education is preferred but not essential.
To be an exemplary leader able to coach, model, and train to set the standard for others to aspire to.
Ability to lead and manage a team.
Ability to have difficult conversations around sensitive issues.
Cultural sensitivity to the needs of the UAE community.
An efficient and effective communicator.