Job overview
GEMS American Academy in Qatar is currently looking for a hard-working and talented College & Careers Guidance Counselor to join our team.
Joining date will be August 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
Deliver the required curriculum; demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilise appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.
Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request. Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans etc.
Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities eg late-entering students, ESL,low academic ability, gifted and talented etc.
Set and mark work. Assess, record and report on the academic development, progress and attainment of students and use assessment to ensure the curriculum meets the individual student’s needs.
Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
Promote the general progress and well-being of students and provide guidance to students on educational matters.
Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (eg Ministry of Education officials).
Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study and pastoral arrangements.
Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes in the school. Promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials and experiences.
Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behavior. Plan and implement strategies to encourage self-discipline and manage disruptive behavior.
Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
Assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions (eg inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days etc).
Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students’ progress while respecting the confidentiality of student-related information
Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Successful candidates will need to:
Embody and role model our core values of respect, innovation, leadership, purpose and tenacity
Hold a MA or Masters OR B.Ed or Bachelors degree in relevant field (Psychology ; Guidance Counselling) with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent L5 teaching qualification
Knowledge of the use of ICT in schools to aid teaching and learning
Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in relevant area
Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life
Has at least 2 years teaching experience in relevant subject area/age group
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.
Salary range
- £1 per year