Drama Mentor (AY 2026–2027)/ Citizens School, Dubai, UAE

About Citizens SchoolAt Citizens School, we are redefining education through a forward-thinking approach to school, where learners are empowered through our distinctive vision to “Inspire, Empower, Thrive.” Our core values and unique approach revolve around four pillars: nurturing entrepreneurial mindsets, implementing inquiry-based learning, promoting transdisciplinary project-based learning, and ensuring that every learner is known and valued as an individual. We are dedicated to preparing learners for the challenges of the future by embedding real-world applications into every subject and encouraging each individual to explore and grow in a supportive and inclusive setting. The post holder will be expected to match the characteristics described in the Professional and Pastoral Expectations and will be required to exercise their professional skills and judgement to carry out, in a collaborative manner, the professional duties set out below:Core Responsibilities: Subject Knowledge Maintain high expectation and standards while having a positive input into the school ethos.Support the establishment of a robust target-setting process within the curriculum area.Create engaging learning experience for the students to develop transferable skills and become global citizens.Contribute to curriculum development and maintain specialist expertise by being aware of recent developments in the subject of drama and dance.Assisting the department with administrative tasks including audition schedule, stock take, events, and assemblies.Attending meetings and trainings as required by the school management. Promoting inclusion by celebrating diversity and providing equal opportunities. Document students’ progress while conducting formatives and evaluations. Curriculum Design and Adaptation● Plan, create and develop exciting and engaging learning opportunities that enhance knowledge, skills and learning habits in all areas of the curriculum;● Plan learning that takes into account the National Curriculum and considers how to extend learning opportunities by implementing the six strands of the Citizens Tapestry;● Consider regulatory subjects in region and ensure that these are incorporated into the wider learning experience for students;● Clearly plan for students of all abilities, accounting for those who need support or challenge by making sure that lessons are tailored to the needs of all students; ● Plan for effective use of digital technology; ● Plan for effective use of learning resources which optimise learning;● Link planned outcomes and formative assessment opportunities to ensure that there is a deep understanding of next steps in learning;● Use internal tracking systems to monitor and report on progress; ● Communicate clearly and regularly with parents with regards to learning, including; mindset, wellbeing and holistic progress. Learning and Teaching● Create and nurture a positive and inclusive learning environment which supports high expectations and a purposeful atmosphere;● Treat students with respect, building relationships rooted in trust and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position;● Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity; ● Ensure that all learning is engaging and responds to the needs of students, taking into account their pace of learning, their interests and their need for choice; ● Embrace the School’s approach to inclusion and innovation;● Support all children to behave with integrity, respect and compassion;● Have an understanding of the