Assistant Head of Lower Elementary (Primary)
The Hamilton International School
Qatar
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- Expired
- Salary:
- • Competitive salary and benefits package • Housing Allowance • Annual flights to your home country
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2022
- Apply by:
- 19 March 2022
Job overview
About Hamilton
The school offers an environment which is positive, caring, friendly and learner focused. We are building a team who are committed, enthusiastic and collaborative. We aspire to recruit teachers who not only support students, but support each other. We want you to thoroughly enjoy coming to school and making a difference to the lives of others.
About the role:
The Assistant Head of Lower Elementary will provide professional, highly effective leadership and management that will achieve outstanding results within the Elementary school. The Assistant Head of Lower Elementary will support, develop and empower the Elementary Phase, including Year Group Leaders, Teachers, Parents and Students. The Assistant Head of Lower Elementary will be a proactive member of the Leadership Team, supporting Hamilton to be the school of choice for families in Doha. The attached job description outlines key areas within the role. Critically, the Assistant Head of Lower Elementary will ignite passion, purpose and potential within the students. They will lead by example, enjoy their job and support staff to be the very best they can be.
Key Duties and Areas of Responsibility
Operational:
- With the support of the Head of Primary, the Assistant Head of Lower Elementary will support with the day-to-day management of the Elementary phase and to administer and supervise systems and routines to ensure the efficient operation of this section of the school within KG2 – Grade 2 (Year 1 – Year 3).
- The Assistant Head of Lower Elementary will be part of an Academic Leadership team consisting of an Assistant Head of Elementary (Early Years) and an Assistant Head of Upper Elementary, Grade 3 – Grade 5 (Year 4 – Year 6)
- Each Assistant Head has key areas of responsibility bespoke to each leader. This role includes:
A) Specialist Subject Leader: To coordinate Elementary Specialist subjects, working closely with relevant Heads of Department.
B) Timetables: To support the production of a timetable which reflects the needs of the students, and which takes account of staff strengths, skills and reasonable requests in the Primary School, and which articulates with the timetables in the other sections of the school.
C) CPD: Mapping out a robust CPD program that meets the requirements for staff and students.
D) Liaison for Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History: working closely with the Head of Arabic.
In addition, all Assistant Heads will be expected to:
- To support (and at times lead) data analysis, pupil progress, assessment, tracking and reporting within their Elementary Phase
- To maintain an overview of the curriculum and keep up to date with any curriculum changes.
- To provide professional leadership for the Elementary phase, ensuring the highest possible quality of education for students.
- To promote a positive and professional learning culture, inclusive of staff well-being.
- To support the continuous growth of a school which opened in August 2019, building on the excellent reputation it has established within Qatar.
- Ensure the Elementary phase complies with MOEHE regulations.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic action plans, policies and whole school documentation.
Students
- Create ‘amazing learning’ opportunities for all students.
- Support Elementary School admissions processes in conjunction with the Admissions Team.
- Active development and fostering of positive relationships with students.
- Responsibility for morale and discipline standards withing the Elementary Phase.
- Responsible for health and safety of Elementary School students, staff and visitors to this section of the school.
- Oversight of the Elementary curriculum, inclusive of the IEYC and IPC, and to work in conjunction with Subject Coordinators / Teams and Year Leaders to ensure successful teaching and learning is in place.
Teaching
- Undertaking teaching duties as required by the Head of Elementary, specifically for cover.
- Support cover arrangement for absent Primary teachers within the Phase
- Be an excellent teaching role model, implementing practices successfully and consistently.
Curriculum
- Oversight of the Elementary curriculum policies and their implementation, including updating and introducing new curriculum initiatives.
- Maintenance of curriculum mapping within the Primary School
- Ensuring the regular reporting processes are adhered.
- Play a key role in whole school accreditation for the Elementary Phase, including IPC and IEYC
Staff
- Support with the provision of effective orientation and induction for new Elementary School staff
- Provision of professional and personal support and direction to Elementary staff in order to maximize the effective carrying out of their duties.
- Provision of timely advice to the Head of Elementary in matters pertaining to staff movement and deployment, and assistance in the recruitment of Elementary School staff.
- Ensuring the Elementary staff are given access to appropriate professional development.
- Maintaining open communication with staff
- Maintaining open communication in order to keep the Head of Elementary well informed about Elementary School matters.
- Support staff, and provide advice, in their interaction with parents.
- Ensure the quality of school reports and other written documentation sent home from the Elementary is of a premium standard.
Primary School Profile
- Contribute to regular parent communication regarding Elementary matters.
- Assist in raising the profile of the Elementary phase and the whole school within the community.
- Ensuring that parental interest and participation in the Elementary is encouraged and that regular parent/teacher meetings occur.
- Maintaining a visible, approachable and welcoming profile for parents.
- Support the development of school timetables and rotas for the Elementary school
Required Skills and Knowledge
- B.A./B.S degree in teaching an accredited institution or related field teaching
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience (less for potential exceptional candidates)
Important Note:
Child Safeguarding and Protection
THIS is fully committed to students’ safeguarding and protection. The selected applicants will be required to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within our school, as well as adhere to and ensure compliance with The Hamilton International School’s child protection policies and procedures.
Criminal Background Checks
All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory Criminal Background Checks covering the 10 years prior to their start date with the school; this will cover all countries of residence during that period.
About The Hamilton International School
- The Hamilton International School
- Building 117, Street 1117, PO Box 23512, Zone 56, Mesaimeer
- Doha
- Qatar
Since opening its doors in 2019, the Hamilton International School in Doha, Qatar, has established itself as a leading school. With a clear vision of "Igniting Passion, Purpose, and Potential," we provide educators with a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking school community.
The Hamilton International School is fully accredited by NEASC and QNSA and offers the IB Diploma Programme, reflecting our dedication to providing a world-class education.
At The Hamilton International School, we foster a vibrant, inclusive, and learner-centered environment. Our unwavering belief in continuous improvement sets us apart — we are committed to "getting better every day." This philosophy drives our culture and inspires our educators, students, and community to strive for excellence in all areas.
When you join Hamilton, you also join iSP (International Schools Partnership), a global network of over 90 schools. ISP offers unique opportunities for professional collaboration, career growth, and shared best practices among educators worldwide. This connection ensures our staff remain at the forefront of global educational innovation while benefiting from the support and resources of a thriving international community.
Our school prides itself on a strong sense of community where every member feels valued and supported.
We embrace the individuality of every learner and prioritize student growth and achievement through a robust, student-focused curriculum. Our school community represents over 80 nationalities in the student body and over 20 nationalities among the staff, creating a truly diverse and inclusive environment.
Across the school, we offer:
- A bespoke international curriculum seamlessly aligned with American Common Core Standards.
- Personalized learning opportunities to support and challenge every student.
- Enriching extracurricular programs to develop well-rounded, resilient global citizens.
Our students graduate with a NEASC-accredited high school diploma and, starting in Grade 11, have the option to pursue the IB Diploma Programme. Our pathways prepare students for admission to leading universities worldwide.
The Hamilton International School offers state-of-the-art facilities, including Qatar’s largest school theatre, a 5G Astroturf football pitch, an indoor basketball court, swimming pools, tennis courts, and a fitness centre. Creative spaces like a black box theatre and soundproof music rooms foster innovation, while well-equipped science labs and a Design Technology Suite support hands-on learning. Interactive libraries encourage collaboration and lifelong learning.
Our Commitment to Wellbeing and Inclusion
We place our students' safety, wellbeing, and happiness at the forefront of everything we do. As a truly inclusive community school, we embrace the individuality and cultural identity of every child while fostering a deep sense of belonging.
Join Our Team
We seek exceptional educators with at least two years of teaching experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidates will:
- Be passionate and innovative educators who inspire a love of learning.
- Demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and resilience in a dynamic environment.
- Manage diverse ability levels, recognizing and nurturing each child as an individual.
- Develop exciting, innovative lesson plans and adapt the curriculum to meet student's specific needs while maintaining overall class progress.
- Assess and record student development, identifying areas for improvement and addressing them effectively.
- Provide a safe, positive learning environment that promotes engagement and inclusivity.
- Communicate effectively with staff and foster strong partnerships with parents per school guidelines.
- Commit to nurturing each student's academic and personal growth.
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