Education Specialist (Science) Grade 13

The incumbent is responsible for providing technical support towards equitable inclusive quality education in the area, monitoring and supporting professional development of assigned staff, and enhancing inclusive teaching and learning in schools. The role includes supervising teachers, supporting curriculum enrichment, and assisting school principals in development plans.

Responsibilities

• Support schools and assist teachers directly through team/model, co-teaching, and classroom observation.
• Provide, explain, and demonstrate instructional resources and monitor implementation of equitable inclusive quality teaching methods.
• Support schools and teachers in continuing professional development and school-based teacher development programs.
• Advise on developing and implementing comprehensive professional development plans aligned with teachers’ competencies.
• Assist and advise School Principals in setting, implementing and evaluating their School Development Plan.
• Coordinate continuing professional development needs for all schools supported to enhance school ethos.
• Provide support in curriculum analysis and enrichment to meet new curricular challenges and innovations.
• Advise on identifying appropriate teaching and learning tools, materials and resources to meet needs of all students, teachers and schools.
• Work as a team member and assist on quality assurance implementation to enhance inclusive educational services.
• Support teachers and schools in assessing and analyzing students’ achievement and identify strategies to improve teaching and learning.
• Participate in preparing for interviewing and selection of candidates for teaching posts to ensure criteria are applied and qualified teachers are hired.
• Assist School Principals in the performance management of teachers in relation to technical aspects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• A University degree from an accredited educational institution in the subject to be supported and at least one year of professional teacher training; or A University degree from an accredited educational institution in the subject to be supported and an advanced degree in education.
• Desirable Qualification: Advanced degree in a related subject.
• At least eight years of satisfactory teaching experience in the subject to be supported is required.
• Possession of a valid driving license is desirable.
• English language proficiency at UN Level III in reading, writing, listening, and speaking is required.
• Candidates must reside in West Bank or Jerusalem and have authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application.
• Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications.
• Candidates under serious consideration will be subject to reference checks and background verification including academic credentials, employment history, and security clearances.
• Applicants must commit to the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity, including respect for human rights and non-violence.
• The appointment is limited to UNRWA - Programme Education - West Bank/Jerusalem Area.
• The position is open to internal candidates only.
• Candidates must comply with UNRWA's zero-tolerance policy on misconduct including sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and discrimination.

Skills

• Teacher Training
• Curriculum Design
• Inclusive Education
• Professional Development
• Educational Supervision
• Quality Education Monitoring
• Teaching Experience
• Educational Program Support
• English Language Proficiency
• Staff Development
• School Leadership

Languages

English