Professional Development Lead - Doha - August 2026

Country:
Qatar
Region:
School - Middle East
Curriculum:
IB - MYP, IB- Diploma, IB- PYP
Start Date:
16 August 2026
Initial Contract Length:
2 year, renewable
Curriculum Experience Required:
Yes - not flexible
Working in Professional Development in Qatar

• Job Title: Professional Development Lead
• Start Date: August 2026
• Role Type: Non-teaching position
• Salary:: Starting salary is QAR 22,000 tax free per month (excluding housing)
• Housing is provided or as a housing allowance, with variations depending on family or single status
• Other benefits include flights, medical insurance and family benefits

Role Overview:

• Design, implement, and deliver professional development (PD) programs focused on STEM pedagogy, curriculum integration, and assessment.
• Support teachers in applying inquiry-based and project-based learning approaches.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams to align PD with national and international STEM standards.
• Lead STEM-focused learning communities and coaching initiatives.
• Integrate emerging technologies and real-world applications into STEM PD.
• Evaluate program impact using data and feedback from educators.
• Contribute to research and knowledge-sharing, including publications, case studies, and conference presentations.
• Support the development of inclusive education toolkits, resources, and policy recommendations.
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Master’s degree in STEM Education or a related field (PhD preferred).
• 6–8 years of experience in the STEM field, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of NGSS, IB MYP/DP sciences, and interdisciplinary STEM models.
• Experience with STEM labs, makerspaces, and inquiry-based learning.
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit reports and communications clearly and concisely (Arabic proficiency is an advantage).
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
Number Of Students:
None
Student Make Up:
N/A
Tax Rate:
Tax Free
Benefits:
Flights -yearly, Gratuity or end of service bonus, Medical or Health insurance, Tuition - free for dependants, Utilities paid
Suited To:
Activity - swimming beaches, Activity-typical land sporting types, Activity-typical water sporting types, Climate - warmer, Dependent children - more suitable, Holiday destination - not typical, Infrastructure - Moderately developed, Suburban, Unmarried partners - not suitable, Westernised - moderately, Women - not restrictive
Minimum Years Experience:
0.0
Curriculum Experience Required:
Yes - not flexible
Will Accept Newly Qualified Teachers:
N
Visa Restriction:
Younger than 55
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