EAL Specialist & Literacy Lead

Tes is supporting the appointment of a EAL Specialist & Literacy Lead to join a school based in Qatar.The Academy is a growing group of British-curriculum schools situated in Qatar’s cosmopolitan and vibrant capital city Doha. Part of the Al Faleh Educational Holding Group, The Academy seeks to provide an outstanding, accessible and all-inclusive K-12 education based upon Islamic values.All the Academy schools are nationally and internationally accredited, and are in the process of preparing for the next stage of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (“NEASC”) improvement cycle as part of their “ACE Learning” pathway.They are now looking for an enthusiastic EAL Specialist & Literacy Lead who will teach Primary & Secondary English in the main campus, Al Waab, and spend a significant proportion of their time planning a literacy development programme for the schools to support students whose main first language is Arabic. The role will involve supporting other teachers in their development of English as a Second Language practices across the school’s curricula.The successful candidate will ideally have experience teaching Key Stage 3, 4 or 5 English in an international school setting where children’s main language is not English. Experience also in TEFL-type settings would be advantage.The position starts August 25th with a two-year fixed term contract, with great opportunities for the successful candidate to grow and develop within the group.They also offer:A tax-free, competitive salary;Annual return flight to your home country;Free bus transportation to and from school;Fully furnished apartment and on-site security;Medical cover.Two-year renewable contractEnd of service gratuity.Married teaching couples are very welcome to apply. They do recruit NQTs (ECTs), although they do not currently provide the ECT support program.Ideal candidates will be:Passionate about their subject and how it is best taught;Determined to support the needs of all students;Adaptable to life abroad, and resilient;Positive team players;Culturally respectful and sensitive;Committed to their own professional development.Living in Qatar:Qatar is rated as the safest country on the planet, attracting interest from around the world especially in relation to sport and the arts. Whilst its population has grown rapidly in the last ten years, its development has not outpaced the desire for change and Doha, its capital, brings together a very friendly and diverse community. There really is something for everyone. The cost of living in Qatar is low, allowing employees to enjoy a very comfortable lifestyle whilst saving amply for their future. A concise introduction to the country is available here: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/qatarDon’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity and ‘Quick Apply’ below! For more information please contact managedrecruit@tes.com REF: MH2270084