Head of Humanities

Al Jazeera Academy is a member of the Ta'allum Group of Schools. Ta'allum Group is a growing and successful organization consisting of three renowned partner Academies. Due to oversubscription, there are plans to open two more new Academies in Doha in the near future.

Al Jazeera Academy (Secondary School) is seeking an inspirational **Head of Humanities** to join the staff team at our successful and improving school. **The Humanities curriculum includes History, Geography, Travel and Tourism and Global Perspectives teaching to IGCSE and AS level. BTEC Travel and Tourism** is also offered.

Ta’allum Group - Al Jazeera Academy

PO Box 22250, Doha, State of Qatar

Salary and benefits package:

- Competitive Tax free salary, depending upon qualifications & experience
- Two Bedroom Fully Furnished Apartment with paid utilities
- Joining/repatriation ticket, Yearly annual return ticket, medical insurance, visa and residency for self and one nominated dependent
- Private medical insurance for self and one nominated dependents
- Free Schooling at Ta’allum Group Schools - 100% discount on tuition, registration and exam fees
- End of Service Benefit Gratuity of 21 days of basic salary as per Qatar Labor law

Paperwork Requirements:
Notarized and Attested academic degrees, teaching certificates, transcripts, marriage and dependent birth certificates. You will be advised of school requirements.

To Apply:
Online Interviews through Zoom

**Al Jazeera Academy - A Unique Cultural Experience**:
Al Jazeera Academy provides a wonderful experience for prospective staff to work and grow in a unique cultural setting. Our students are mostly native Qatari, well motivated, courteous and a pleasure to work with. The Islamic Values which underpin the school's ethos are universal. Both Muslim and non Muslim teachers are welcome to apply. The emphasis is on respect.

Located in Doha in Qatar, in total, there are almost 1800 students (KG through to Year 12) in Al Jazeera Academy. Al Jazeera is an English National Curriculum School which originally opened in September 2002, it caters for students from 3 to 18 years of age. The Academy provides three integrated learning environments, a well-resourced Kindergarten, a large Primary and a Secondary Boys' and Girls' School.

The Academy holds current Qatar National Schools Accreditation and was also recently accredited with the prestigious Western Association of Schools and Colleges.as a benchmark of international quality.

**The Ta'allum Group of Schools**:
In addition to being successful in its own right, Al Jazeera Academy is a member of the Ta'allum Group family of schools. By joining Ta'allum you will become part of a committed and innovative team, with great opportunities for personal, cultural and professional development. As a rapidly advancing schools' group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people in Qatar with further expansion planned abroad in the near future. Ta'allum presently has 3 schools and is responsible for the education of nearly 6000 students. Ta’allum put educational quality at the heart of what we do and each of our schools is growing year on year as a result of our popularity with parents. The school is also committed to technology and all Ta'allum Schools have achieved Expert Microsoft Showcase status.

**Values and Partnerships**:
Al Jazeera Academy underpins its whole curriculum with the best Islamic values whilst at the same time embedding the ethos of a global dimension within our curriculum and learning opportunities both in and outside the classroom. We value very highly our wide range of community partnerships and look to appoint teachers who are also passionate about strengthening community links for themselves and the children in their care.

**Life in Doha**:
In common with the majority of international schools, day to day life is professionally demanding. In return for your passion to deliver quality education you will enjoy a competitive salary, accommodation (or allowance), annual flight allowance, private healthcare and education for your child. You’ll have the opportunity to live and work in an exciting part of the world and will benefit from the opportunities inherent in a high quality global organisation dedicated to education and helping others to be the best they can be.

Doha is a progressive and exciting place to live. There is much to see and do in the capital city of the peninsular Arabian Gulf country Qatar, Doha is a modern city on Doha Bay. Ringing its downtown waterfront are numerous parks and the Corniche Promenade. On a man-made island, the I.M. Pei-designed Museum of Islamic Art houses an extensive collection from across the Muslim world. At Souq Waqif, a traditional market, vendors offer goods like clothing, crafts and spices. Doha is a hub for world class sport and of course is the host for the 2022 World Cup. Doha is a particularly enjoyable and safe living environment for families.

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