Primary Deputy Principal: Teaching and Learning

The International Academy- Amman

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development:
• Re- design and develop comprehensive, cohesive, and age-appropriate curricula for all primary school subjects, ensuring alignment with educational standards and learning objectives.
• Ensure that unit plans on Toddle are written and updated according to school policy
• Alignment with Standards:
• Ensure that the curriculum meets with school standards, guidelines, and objectives for each subject across different grade levels.
• Resource Selection:
• Identify and select appropriate resources, teaching materials, digital resources, and supplementary tools to support the implemented curriculum.
• Manage and maintain resource materials.
• Teacher Support:
• Provide guidance, training, and support to teachers for effective implementation of the curriculum, including lesson planning and instructional strategies for diverse learning needs.
• Ensure that observed classroom practice follows the unit and weekly plans.
• Provide support for the teaching in Primary through the delivery of professional development
• Assessment and Evaluation:
• Develop assessment methods and tools to evaluate student progress and curriculum effectiveness, adjusting as needed based on assessment outcomes.
• Monitor assessment components of the curriculum to ensure that they correspond to school philosophy
• Continuous Improvement:
• Regularly review and update the curriculum to reflect best practices, educational trends, and advancements in pedagogy and subject-specific knowledge.
• Monitor classroom practices to ensure it meets the adopted curricular frameworks
• Collaboration:
• Foster collaboration among teaching staff, subject planners, grade leaders and school leadership
• Work with Primary teachers to ensure that instructional planning, assessment and pedagogical practice is consistent with I.A.A. policy
• Parent and Community Engagement:
• Communicate with parents and involve the community in understanding and supporting the curriculum s goals and objectives.
• Conduct parent information sessions as directed by the Deputy Director for Curriculum and Instruction and Primary Principal
• Data Analysis:
• Analyze educational data, including student performance metrics, to make data-driven decisions regarding curriculum enhancements or modifications.
• Compliance and Documentation:
• Ensure compliance with educational regulations, maintain accurate records, and document curriculum developments.
• Differentiated Instruction:
• Encourage and support teachers in employing diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying learning styles, abilities, and students needs
• Support and guide teachers in using the Universal Design for Learning guidelines and Promote an inclusive approach to learning and teaching
• Inquiry-Based Learning:
• Promote the integration of inquiry-based learning approaches within the curriculum, fostering students critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of subjects.
• Technology Integration:
• Advocate for the integration of technology into teaching practices, ensuring that teachers effectively leverage digital tools to enhance learning experiences
• Collaborate with EdTech Coordinator and IT department to ensure appropriate integration of content and technology.
• Experiential Learning Opportunities:
• Facilitate the inclusion of hands-on, experiential learning opportunities to engage students actively and reinforce conceptual understanding across subjects.
• Encourage an interdisciplinary approach to learning focusing on STEM/STEAM
• Leading Innovation
• Identify emerging trends and stay abreast of educational research, pedagogical advancements, and emerging trends in curriculum design and educational technology.
• Encourage experimentation and create an environment that encourages teachers to experiment with new teaching methodologies and tools.
• Administrative responsibilities
• Oversee the compilation of curriculum documentation and material for external authorizations
• Schedule and develop agendas for planning meetings with Primary teachers under the supervision of Primary Principal, and share agendas with teachers
• Meet weekly with the Deputy Director for Curriculum and Instruction to discuss development of programmes and related issues