Head of Technology & Innovation starting August 2025

Head of Technology & Innovation starting August 2025AL KHALEEJ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Dubai, UAE Posted a day ago Expires in 2 months Master’s degree (minimum) with course work emphasis in teaching, and educational/instructional technology Successful educational technology leadership, organization, and management skills Successful record of teaching with an emphasis in innovation and technology Proactive leader who can identify problems, plan initiatives, and provide comprehensive solutions Strong skills in writing, listening and communication, and collaboration Commitment to innovation and to the successful implementation of 21 st century learning skills Strong work ethic with a willingness to contribute to the general welfare of the total school program and the ability to work independently Positive, professional, and collaborative disposition supportive of both the school and the GEMS organization Reports to: Director of Teaching and Learning Interfaces with: Head of School, Director of Teaching and Learning, ICT Head of Department, STEAM Coordinator, IT Manager, Divisional Principals and Assistant Principals, all faculty and staff, parents, and students Job Goal : To provide visionary and skilled leadership in 21 st century learning innovation Ongoing Performance Responsibilities Model and encourage a culture of kindness;Leadership, Learning, and Infrastructure Provide dynamic leadership to the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of the School’s innovation program for the express purpose of promoting student learning and enabling students to acquire the knowledge, skills and understandings that ensure successful 21st century learning;Collaborate with principals, team leaders, department heads, and individual teachers on strategies and planning designed to fulfill AKIS’s School Improvement Plan,Collaborate with IT technical department and Instructional Technology teachers;Lead and/or organize a range of professional learning opportunities with staff and the wider community;Identify pedagogical frameworks for the discussion of learning innovation in context;Provide leadership, guidance, and support to teachers and division leaders in integrating innovation into learning;Document innovative practices both for both public and internal discussion; Engage the wider community in learning initiatives;Provide mechanisms to boost classroom transparency and de-privatize teaching practice;Encourage changes to physical learning spaces that boost opportunities for innovation;Evaluate emerging learning technologies for use within AKIS;Collaborate with the IT department around technical initiatives such as device deployments and virtual learning environments;Promote opportunities for students to engage in innovation through collaborations or participation in external opportunities Professional Development Plan a dynamic, needs-based, and comprehensive professional learning program in collaboration with the Director of Curriculum;To establish, publicize and administer a school-wide, innovative professional learning program that will meet the needs of teachers and improve 21st century skills and strategies for effective classroom instruction.To collaborate with the Director of Curriculum and administrators to ensure that staff are informed of professional conferences, workshops, and resources.Management of Instructional Technology Resources To assist and collaborate in preparation of the annual operating budget with specific reference to instructional technology, technology infrastructure, and innovation To coordinate requests for use of the Maker Space and Robotics lab, from each school division (teachers).To coordinate requests for improving learning spaces with innovation tools across the school Teaching Teach technology classes, such as Robotics, as needed Additional Responsibilities To serve as AKIS’s designate on initiatives involving innovation in the GEMS network;To perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Head of School.Skills Bachelor’s/ Master's degree in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science, STEM Education, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching in similar role GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments. #J-18808-Ljbffr