Elementary Arabic Teacher - Edmonton, Canada - St. Clement's School

Description

EIA is seeking a qualified full-time Arabic Teacher for their Elementary Division. We are looking for an outstanding, dedicated individual who is passionate about working with children. Enjoys creating a flexible program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth while motivating students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a strong educational foundation. All while maintaining a strong relationship with parents, community and staff members. The Arabic teacher is responsible for delivering the language acquisition course for selected grades, offering the best possible linguistic and academic educational experience to native Arabic students and to students with Arabic as another language

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Plan, initiate and guide the units of study in Arabic which involve speaking, listening, writing, and reading
• Create and evaluate assessments of each students work and keep records updated
• Foster thought, discussion, reading comprehension, linguistic analysis and a consistent work ethic
• Communicate regularly and constructively with peers, administrators, students, and parents
• Set and assign appropriate homework on a regular basis to reinforce student learning and to prepare them for further class activities
• Use teaching methods engaging students, stimulating intellectual curiosity including the use of effective questioning, presentation and resources
• Set high expectations for students behavior, establishing and maintaining a good standard of behavior management through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships as in accordance with the Schools policy and standards

Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience

• Bachelors degree of related subject from accredited university; Experience is preferred
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Candidates must have the ability to maintain a calm, professional manner in a fast-paced environment which will often require multi-tasking
• Must have excellent classroom management skills
• Understand and apply current research-based strategies for classroom instruction
• Experience integrating technology (SMART board, Chromebooks, Google, STEAM Room) into teaching strategies
• Supports instruction of identified students, using various teaching methods
• Prepares relevant course objectives and outlines for courses of study following curriculum guidelines and related resources to support classroom inclusiveness
• Evaluate students progress, record results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress
• Participate in staff and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Culture sensitivity, with experience in a faith-based school environment
• Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with staff, students, parents, and the community
• Ability to implement Project-based Learning activities

Upon Initial acceptance, the following documents will be required:

• Updated Resume
• Copies of Degree and Transcripts
• Reference Letters
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Recent Criminal Record Check
• Recent Intervention Record Check Alberta Government

We offer a Competitive Annual Salary, Health Benefit and Pension Plan.

This position is open to all qualified applicants but only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in employment with Edmonton Islamic Academy.

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