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DIRECTOR QATAR ACADEMY Al KHOR QATAR APPLICATION PACK FOR THE POST OF DIRECTOR QATAR ACADEMY Al KHOR QATAR PK to18 | Coeducational | Day | IB Curriculum For August 2021 LSC Education: recruiting outstanding leaders in education Call us: +44 (0)12 5686 2840 Qatar Foundation Schools—Leading Learning ince its inception, Qatar Foundation has he School S been committed to providing world- T class school curricula to realise the vision of atar Academy Al Khor is one of the mature QF schools, His Highness the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad Q founded in 2008 it is a three-programme, IB school. It is located in the coastal city of Al Khor, about 50 kilometers north bin Khalifa Al Thani, and Her High- of the capital city of Doha. Currently, the school serves the ness ,Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, stipulating education needs of 1194 students from the age of 3 to 18 (ECE- Grade12), serving the rapidly growing, Al Khor Community. Our that the future of the State of Qatar is based current demographic comprises predominantly students from on the development of its most important the local and regional communities; however, QAK teaching resource; Qatari minds. staff is drawn from a diverse background and multiple nationali- ties to promote an international approach. Students are taught in mixed gender classrooms in Primary (PK-5), in gender- atar Foundation started its journey in 1995 with the segregated classrooms in Middle Years (Gr. 6-10) and mixed Q opening of Qatar Academy - Doha. The Division of Pre- gender classrooms in the Diploma Programme (Gr. 11-12). University Education (PUE) later expanded to include seven- teen academies and other educational programs, namely: The School moved into its permanent campus in 2016; a new, Qatar Academy-Al Wakra; Qatar Academy-Msheireb; Qatar state of the art complex of I50,000 sqm in Al Khor. This out- Academy-Al Khor; Qatar Academy-Sidra; Qatar Academy for standing campus is spread over 9 buildings with 137 class- Science and Technology; Qatar Leadership Academy; Awsaj rooms, 21 laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology and De- Academy; Renad Academy; Academyati; Tariq Bin Ziad School; sign Technology, 7 Art studios and 4 Music classrooms. The the Academic Bridge Program and the Qatar Armed Services facilities include a recreation center that occupies over 14,000 Academic Officer Program; Motivation, Accreditation and Re- sqm. with a soccer pitch, basketball and volleyball courts, 2 view Qatar (MARQ); The Learning Center (TLC); and the Educa- gymnasiums, and a swimming pool. tion Development Institute (EDI). The contemporary design brings together innovations that re- flect current and future developments in education. This is These leading educational centers, operating under the um- apparent in environmentally responsible use of materials and brella of the Qatar Foundation Division of Pre-university Edu- energy. At full capacity, the School will accommodate 1800 cation, aspire to fulfil Qatar Foundation’s vision of unlocking students. human potential by offering the best academic curricula ,and With the three Bilingual IB programmes being implemented, so contributing to the development and dissemination of a PYP, MYP as well as DP, QAK aspires to be an education role culture of excellence and innovation. model for the Arab region, displaying the highest national and international standards of academic excellence. The School is accredited by MSA in addition to IB. Inclusive education is one of the core principles of Qatar Foun- dation Schools, and QAK provides support structures and ser- vices for students with diverse learning styles and abilities. An holistic approach to educating the “whole child”, developing academic, social, physical and emotional needs in a nurturing, collaborative environment and commitment to the professional learning for all staff is at the heart of our success. ission Statement erson Specification M P To create a safe yet dynamic learning environment that inspires Qualifications and Experience innovation. QAK empowers learners to think critically as com- passionate and principled global citizens, grounded in Arab val- Master’s Degree in Education or an Honours De- ues, while celebrating Qatari National heritage and culture. gree, QTS and postgraduate qualifications in edu- cation leadership ision Statement Minimum of 8 years’ experience in IB school/s desirable V IB workshop leader and/or school visitor desira- Leading Learning ble To empower students to be open-minded, inquiring and knowl- Experience with IB and CIS/NEASC/MSA accredi- edgeable life-long learners who are able to adapt to an ever- tation and evaluation desirable changing world through intercultural understanding and re- spect. Record of holding senior roles of responsibility and pedagogical leadership in educational We aspire for our graduates to be future leaders who are cou- settings internationally rageous problem-solvers who will make a positive difference to the world. Effective communication, leadership, and prob- lem-solving skills Excellent English communication skills, proficien- cy in Arabic desirable Understanding and experience of education best practice Understanding and experience with fostering a culture of collaboration Knowledge of and experience with restorative/ positive approaches to discipline Attributes • A positive, goal-oriented, child-centered leader who has strong interpersonal and communica- tion skills • Ability to create a dynamic and positive school environment conducive to student learning, aca- demic progress, and social-emotional wellbeing • Ability to problem-solve, think creatively to find solutions, and stay cool and focused in crisis situ- ations • Ability to anticipate problem issues before they Qatar Foundation Schools—Leading Learning arise and make plans to overcome them uties and responsibilities • Ability to communicate clearly and in a timely D manner any decisions or plans • Be recognised as the face of QAK, within and be- • Ability to engage staff in a shared or collaborative yond the school community leadership model where all staff have an oppor- tunity to contribute to policies, processes, and • Represent QAK at local and international events systems to create awareness of the School and its activi- ties, and to build the School’s reputation for ex- • Ability to think strategically and plan to meet long cellence in education term and short-term goals of the school • Lead the QAK community in the development • Demonstrates continuous professional growth by and implementation of long-term and short-term seeking a variety of opportunities plans • Supports Divisional policy and decisions, • Lead the development and implementation of all builds and maintains positive staff morale aspects of education within the School • Shows respect and support for the local culture • Plan, implement and facilitate professional devel- and traditions and engages staff to do the same opment/in-service training for school staff • Leads by example • Maintain open lines of communication regarding • Strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness education with all interested parties; respond to with the ability to inspire a school community and concerns of parents, teachers, building and cen- manage the demands and needs of all stakehold- tral office administrators and community mem- ers bers • Plan an annual budget, present it to the Office of Pre-University Education for approval and over- If you smile when you think about children; when see expenditure you’re talking to parents; when you’re discussing new • Oversee the preparation of monthly reports as ideas in education; when you’re removing barriers to required and present them for use in planning learning… and decision-making If you can keep smiling when there are setbacks; • Oversee any external accreditation processes and when things don’t go your way; when there are de- facilitate access to all information requested by lays and frustrations… the accreditation committee, and be willing to If you’re a builder of teams; a mender of bridges; a developer of relationships… if you never give up; always have options; are end- lessly optimistic… you may be the person we’re look- ing for. serve on accreditation committees for the ac- alary and Benefits: creditation of other schools S • Oversee recruitment, hiring and on-boarding of school leadership, faculty and staff; oversee staff Remuneration is highly competitive and will be commensurate evaluations with the qualifications and experience of the successful candi- date. Benefits include a tax-free salary; housing, health, life • Oversee the collection of data on students, staff and long-term disability insurance; annual home leave; ship- and programs, and ensure maintenance of its ping allowance; end of service gratuity; tuition benefits for Pre- confidentiality K – Grade 12 school-age dependents studying in Qatar. • Other reasonable duties as determined by the Executive Director of QF Schools PPLYING FOR THIS POST but if you have a specific preference that we do not contact one or more of your referees, please notify us of this by ticking the A appropriate box on the application form. Key dates: Closing date: Friday 17 July 2020 Qualifications, Identification, Interviews in Doha – TBD subject to travel conditions Health and Background Checks Please note that the appointment will be subject to the satisfac- tory completion of background checks, including employment If you would like to have an informal discussion about this post or and police records, and validation of academic qualifications. The the
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