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Job description / Role
Data and iSAMS Assistant - Dubai British School Jumeirah Park
Job Purpose: Manage and maintain the smooth operation of the school information system (iSAMS) while providing effective management in the development of student data and reporting systems
Key Accountabilities:
• Manage and maintain the School Information System (iSAMS)
• Manage and maintain the Primary School Assessment and Tracking system (Classroom Monitor)
• Prepare and manage academic year start and end processes
• Assist the setup and maintenance of the school timetable in iSAMS
• Setup and maintain when required new iSAMS modules for use
• Setup and manage user accounts and permissions
• Monitor user access and security
• Provide support to system users for general tasks
• Assist administrators with reporting processes
• Import of assessment data (e.g. CAT4 and internal assessment data)
• Provide data reports including reports on predicted grades
• Support the identification of underachieving students and target setting
• Liaise with and brief senior and middle leaders on the interpretation and implication of data
• Support other IT related activity as necessary
Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Experience: In-depth knowledge and successful track record of working with an education MIS system and managing student attainment data is essential. Previous experience of using iSAMS and Classroom Monitor would be an advantage. An understanding of and/or experience of working in a K-12 educational organisation is highly desirable.
Competencies:
• Proficient user of Excel and other databases. Can analyse and present attainment data accurately
• A sound knowledge of the British education assessment requirements and curriculum on offer is an asset
• Knowledge of the data requirements as part of school inspection is an asset
• Exhibit exemplary written/ spoken English
• Demonstrate competence in computer technical skills using Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and other related programs/ software for educational and business office use
• Hold excellent organisational and interpersonal skills to aid in daily contact with a diverse population
• Ability to work flexibly, and able to work under pressure at busy times of the year
• Demonstrate skills in forward thinking and being able to anticipate and prioritise work.
About the Company
Taaleem's main activity is the development and management of early childhood, primary and secondary schools. With quality at the forefront of our offering, we tailor each project to answer the specific educational requirements of a wide range of families by offering top international curricula including British, American, the International Baccalaureate and our custom early childhood programme.
Taaleem, which means education in Arabic, is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents. We only recruit the best international teachers who are capable of delivering our international curricula in a creative and engaging manner.
Taaleem is seeking to raise the educational standards in the region. The combined experience of its core team of senior education leaders in international education policy, operations and global management best practices means Taaleem is well positioned to ensure the creative of truly exceptional schools that satisfy the most comprehensive and exacting education developmental requirements.