Arabic and Emirati Studies Teacher

CERT The Centre of Excellence for Applied Research & Training; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

CERT The Centre of Excellence for Applied Research & Training is seeking a bilingual educator to design, deliver, and assess Arabic Language, Literature, Linguistics, and Emirati Studies courses across UAE locations including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and al Ain. The role is temporary, part-time, and involves in-person, online, and blended delivery, with strong emphasis on inclusive pedagogy and student success.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Arabic or related field with at least

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Arabic Language, Literature, Linguistics, Translation, Emirati Studies, or closely related discipline (mandatory).
• Minimum 5 years' relevant teaching with a Bachelor's or 3 years with a Master's (as stated by the ad).

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and assess Arabic Language, Literature, Linguistics, and Emirati Studies courses.
• Facilitate engaging, inclusive, outcome-focused learning using varied pedagogical approaches (in-person, online, blended).
• Prepare session plans, teaching materials, assessments, and rubrics aligned with outcomes.
• Provide academic guidance, mentoring, and support to assigned students.
• Monitor progress, identify learners needing support, and refer to services.
• Support student engagement, retention, and academic success.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Design

Assessment Design

Student Mentoring

Program Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Arabic Language/Literature/Linguistics/Emirati Studies

Tools

Moodle

Blackboard

Canvas

Job description

LOCATIONS

This role supports our training programs across many UAE locations: Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah. Applicants will select one main location and may indicate additional location(s) they are able to cover.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Temporary / Part-time position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, deliver, and assess Arabic Language, Literature, Linguistics, and Emirati Studies courses.
• Facilitate engaging, inclusive, outcome-focused learning using varied pedagogical approaches, including in-person, online, blended, and problem-based learning.
• Prepare session plans, teaching materials, assessments, and rubrics aligned with program and course learning outcomes.
• Provide academic guidance, mentoring, and support to assigned students.
• Monitor student progress, identify learners requiring additional support, and refer them to appropriate services.
• Support student engagement, retention, and academic success.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Arabic Language, Literature, Linguistics, Translation, Emirati Studies, or a closely related discipline — mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant teaching experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 3 years' with a Master's degree.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency in LMS platforms such as Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, or equivalent for blended and online delivery.
• Experience in assessment design, including formative and summative assessments, rubric development, and grade moderation.
• Strong record of teaching, curriculum design, and course/module leadership.
• Strong computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology into teaching.
• Experience in academic advising, mentoring, and student support.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English: Business proficiency (written and spoken), essential; primary language of documentation.

Arabic: Native or fluent proficiency (written and spoken), mandatory.