Purpose-
The role holder is responsible for managing the teachers in the department, inspiring and facilitating the best possible teaching and learning in the given subject.
Subject Knowledge and Methodological Competence
· Demonstrates the necessary subject knowledge and methodological strategies to effectively educate students.
· Assists in managing curriculum and study courses for the students’ development.
· Provides students with structure and support in a safe learning environment to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and morally.
· Introduces new study patterns among the students to develop their interest and do regular studies.
· Gives practical analysis of the courses to create interest.
· Develops the lesson plan in accordance with the curriculum guidelines, and presents the lesson plans to the academic coordinators for approval.
· Plans lessons based on inquiry, focussed on conceptual understanding, differentiated to meet the needs of all learners and informed by assessment (formative and summative)
· Reviews the feedback from the academic coordinators and revises the lesson plans accordingly
· Keeps up to date with the latest teaching aids, such as the use of technology in classroom learning, and integrate these into the teaching process
· Creates challenging and engaging learning opportunities for students, and fosters a classroom atmosphere that is conducive for learning
· Develops worksheets, handouts, and other learning materials in line with the lesson plan and curriculum, as well as the assessments and examinations.
· Responsible for the timely marking and correction of assignments completed by the students
Organizational Competence:
· Creates a well-organized, orderly and task-oriented learning environment.
· Assesses students’ progress and reports to the principal about them. Conduct assessment tests to evaluate students’ progress
· Assesses, records and reports on the development, progress and results of students
· Identifies students who may require additional assistance, academic or non-academic, and ensures they receive the necessary support
· Contributes to extra-curricular activities and participates in school activities such as assemblies, meetings and conferences
· Ensures the safety of students at all times
Reflection and Development:
· Reflects regularly on the development of personal and professional capabilities.
· Communicates the development of students to the Coordinator & Principal.
Focussed on effective teamwork and collaboration
· Collaborates with other teachers to share new ideas, teaching approaches, content and professional knowledge
· Communicates and provides feedback to the parents during the Parent Teacher Meetings, and whenever necessary
Interpersonal Competence:
· Creates an atmosphere of trust by dealing with students in a positive and open way.
· Ensures open communication channel and coordination with parents and others involved in the education and development of the students.
· Enables students understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to support their learning and personal development.
As HOD- Job Requirements :
· Understanding curriculum standards and Principles of Business Management & Accountancy
· Creating stimulating lesson plans to foster maximum student’s engagement in Business Management & Accountancy
· Developing a curiosity and enjoyment of Business Management & Accountancy, and appreciate its elegance and power
· Promoting the universality of Business Management & Accountancy and its multicultural, international and historical perspectives
· Adjusting teaching practices to support differentiated learning.
· Enabling students to independently and collaboratively extend their understanding of the subject
· Taking action to apply and transfer skills to alternative situations, to other areas of knowledge and to future developments in their local and global communities
· Taking part in the process of mentoring and supervising of the Extended Essay component and internal assessment component of the IB for the subject.
· Willing to teach Business Management & Accountancy across the curriculum, age and ability ranges.
· Identifying and teaching study skills that will develop students' ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
· Planning activities and worksheets to include approaches to learning.
· Well versed with all curricula requirements.
· 3-5 yrs of experience in leadership role.
· Comfortable in handling the members of Business Management & Accountancy department.
· Adept at providing innovative solutions to departmental concerns.
· Creative at introducing new initiatives and mathematics techniques within the department.
Requirements-
· Graduate & Bachelor in Education (Specialisation in Subject for Middle teacher & senior teacher)
· Masters in the desired Subject with International Teaching Qualification / Certificate that qualifies for accreditation according to IB educational system OR Cambridge Curriculum.
· Computer literacy, is required to work on software.
· Fluent English Level: reading, writing, speaking; a professional command of the English language.
· Strong technology application skills.
· Ability to support Blended cum Hybrid Learning.
· Competent in applying the principles of Digital Pedagogy
