Teacher of Primary Computer Science, International Primary Khuzam, RAK Academy, starting 2023

RAK Academy 

We are seeking a dynamic and committed Primary Computer Science teacher to join us in August 2023.Over the past five years RAK Academy Family of Schools has grown significantly and our reputation for developing academic achievement and is well known as one of the international school of choice in Ras Al Khaimah.

International Primary Khuzam (IPK) 

Located in the center of Ras Al Khaimah city in the suburb of Khuzam. IPK is a large

primary school delivering an adapted international Baccalaureate (IB) Primary

Years programme (PYP) from Pre-K to Grade 5 (FS1 to Year 6) and the UAE MOE

subjects. IPK is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization

(IBO), benchmarked against leading IBO world schools. 

The successful candidate must:

• hold a first degree plus a post-graduate qualification in education (i.e. PGCE/GTP), with QTS. Exceptional candidates with a relevant degree in Computing and without a teaching qualification but with strong passion for teaching will also be considered.
• have a track record of excellent classroom and pedagogical practice and be able to engage, motivate and support children, staff and parents.
• have experience working with block-based programming languages such as Scratch. Experience of textual programming languages such as Python will be considered an added plus.
• have experience working with microcontroller or robotic hardware such as BBC Micro:bit, Crumble, EV3, Sphero, etc.
• is passionate about Computer Science, Programming, and Technology in general.
• have a good ability to use IT to support teaching and learning.
• be a reflective practitioner with the ability to think creatively and innovate and be a positive and enthusiastic member of staff.
• be keen to be involved in extra-curricular activities and after school programs.
• Most importantly, fully subscribe to the maxim that “all complex decision-making be based on what constitutes best practice for the child”.

The school offers:

• Tax-free salary including housing allowance.
• Annual travel allowance for self, spouse and for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
• Medical insurance for self, spouse and for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
• Visas for self, spouse and for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
• Free education for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
• Access to our professional development opportunities.

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RAK Academy Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must have undergone a child protection screening to receive an offer of employment. You will be required to provide a Police Verification Check from your home country along with attestation of your qualifications’ and personal documents e.g. Degree, Marriage Certificate etc. The list of checks will be provided to candidates shortlisted for an interview.

Please note:

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

RAK Academy reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process.

Due to the expected high levels of interest in positions, only candidates selected for a first interview will be contacted within twenty-one (21) days of the closing date for applications.