School: International School of London Qatar (ISL Qatar)
Scope: High School - MYP & DP Design
Reporting to: Head of High School
Role Purpose
The MYP & DP Design Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and inquiry-based learning experiences that inspire creativity, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
The successful candidate will foster an inclusive and stimulating learning environment where students develop design thinking, technological skills, and an understanding of sustainable and responsible design practices. The teacher will support students in achieving their academic potential while contributing positively to the school's internationally minded learning community.
Qualifications and Experience Essential
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Design Technology, Engineering, Product Design, or a closely related discipline.
- Recognised teaching qualification or certification appropriate to the role.
- Relevant teaching experience in secondary education.
- Strong knowledge of design processes, digital technologies, and project-based learning.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English.
Desirable
- Experience teaching IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Design and/or Diploma Programme (DP) Design Technology.
- Familiarity with IB assessment criteria, internal assessments, and externally assessed components.
- Experience in an international or multicultural school environment.
- Knowledge of CAD, digital fabrication, prototyping, and emerging design technologies.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Strong commitment to ISL Qatar's values of Belonging, Integrity, Grit, and Kindness.
- Sound understanding of IB philosophy, inquiry-based learning, and international mindedness.
- Ability to design engaging, differentiated lessons that accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Strong knowledge of design thinking, innovation, sustainability, and practical applications of technology.
- Effective classroom management and the ability to establish a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
- Understanding of assessment for learning, formative and summative assessment, and effective feedback practices.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, organisational, and time-management skills.
- Commitment to student wellbeing, safeguarding, and continuous professional development.
Key Responsibilities Teaching and Learning
- Plan and deliver high-quality MYP Design and DP Design Technology lessons aligned with IB curriculum requirements.
- Develop engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences that promote creativity, independent thinking, innovation, and practical problem-solving.
- Differentiate instruction to support students with varying abilities, backgrounds, and learning needs.
- Integrate digital technologies, design software, prototyping, and practical design applications into teaching and learning.
- Promote sustainability, ethical design practices, and real-world applications of design concepts.
Curriculum, Assessment and Student Progress
- Contribute to the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the MYP and DP Design curriculum.
- Develop and implement effective formative and summative assessments in accordance with IB requirements and school policies.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
- Support students with IB assessment requirements, design portfolios, projects, and relevant coursework.
- Collaborate with the Head of High School and IB Coordinators to ensure curriculum coherence, effective delivery, and appropriate resource management.
Student Wellbeing and Safeguarding
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student wellbeing and positive relationships.
- Adhere to the school's safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and professional conduct policies.
- Ensure safe and responsible use of design equipment, tools, materials, and technology, including appropriate risk assessments and supervision.
- Identify and respond appropriately to students' academic, social, and emotional needs, referring concerns through established school procedures.
Professional Collaboration and School Contribution
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, school leadership, and IB Coordinators to strengthen teaching and learning.
- Participate actively in departmental meetings, professional development, curriculum reviews, and school improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to extracurricular activities, interdisciplinary projects, exhibitions, competitions, and community engagement initiatives.
- Maintain positive and professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Support the school's IB and NEASC accreditation requirements and ongoing improvement priorities.
- Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and a commitment to the continued development of the school community.
Safeguarding Commitment
ISL Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees are expected to share this commitment and comply with the school's safeguarding and child protection policies.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory background checks, reference verification, and other relevant pre-employment screening requirements.
General Expectations
The postholder is expected to uphold the school's mission, vision, values, and professional standards, contribute positively to a collaborative school culture, and undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the position, as assigned by the Head of High School.