Art Teacher - Creative Learning

Aldar Education; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 89,280 - 133,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive learning environment

Job summary

Aldar Education in Abu Dhabi is offering a position for an Art Teacher to inspire students through creative art lessons. The role focuses on delivering engaging curriculum in an American curriculum school, promoting artistic skills and confidence in self-expression.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Art and preferably a PGCE, along with experience in teaching art in an international setting. Join us in shaping the future of education in a vibrant school environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified educator who can deliver inspiring art lessons.
• Teaching experience in an American curriculum or international school preferred.
• Strong understanding of classroom planning and student development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, assess engaging visual-arts lessons for students.
• Encourage exploration of drawing, painting, and creative techniques.
• Communicate and build relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Art teaching

American curriculum delivery

Visual arts instruction

Creative lesson planning

Classroom organisation

EAL learner support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Art or related subject

PGCE or recognized teacher qualification

Tools

Target Tracker

Job description

Job Snapshot

Art Teacher – Creative Learning
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Education Management
Function: Classroom Teaching
Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Salary: 8,000–12,000 AED per month (subject to final offer negotiation)

Overview

Art Teacher in Abu Dhabi, UAE is a creative Education Management opportunity for a qualified educator who can deliver inspiring art lessons, encourage visual expression, and support student progress in an American curriculum school. This role is ideal for a passionate teacher who can help learners explore creativity, develop artistic skills, build confidence, and participate actively in a positive school community focused on collaboration, leadership, and creativity.

Context

The Art Teacher will plan, teach, assess, and support students through engaging visual‑arts lessons that develop creativity, imagination, fine‑motor skills, visual awareness, and confidence in self‑expression. The role contributes to student well‑being, classroom culture, curriculum delivery, parent communication, and the wider school vision of providing high‑quality learning opportunities in an inclusive and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring art lessons that support student creativity, confidence, and learning progress.
• Plan, prepare, and present sessions that meet curriculum expectations and support a range of abilities.
• Organise classroom resources, art materials, displays, and learning areas to create a stimulating creative environment.
• Encourage students to explore drawing, painting, design, craft, visual communication, and creative techniques.
• Use enthusiastic and imaginative teaching strategies to motivate learners and promote active participation.
• Work with fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that connect with curriculum goals and student development.
• Observe and assess students in line with school assessment expectations and learning outcomes.
• Use Target Tracker and assessment data to guide planning, intervention, and future creative learning activities.
• Take responsibility for student progress, classroom engagement, and well‑being during art learning.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, curriculum support staff, and the wider school community.
• Communicate with parents and carers about student achievement, progress, and well‑being during school meetings.
• Liaise with support staff or external professionals when required to help students access learning successfully.
• Follow the school behaviour policy and apply suitable classroom strategies to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
• Promote independence, self‑control, respect, creativity, and positive attitudes toward learning.
• Embed Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout classroom practice.
• Contribute to displays, school events, exhibitions, outings, creative activities, and extra‑curricular programmes.
• Support curriculum action groups, planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to the school community.
• Uphold safeguarding expectations, school policies, professional conduct, and Aldar Education standards at all times.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Art, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Education, or a related subject.
• PGCE or another recognised teacher qualification preferred.
• Teaching experience in an American curriculum, primary, charter school, or international school setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of classroom planning, creative learning, assessment, and student development.
• Ability to deliver age‑appropriate art lessons that encourage imagination, skill development, and confidence.
• Experience supporting students for whom English is not the first language is an advantage.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, teachers, and school leaders.
• Reflective teaching approach with the ability to adapt planning, classroom environment, and learning strategies.
• High level of professionalism with strong consideration for student well‑being.
• Respectful and inclusive attitude toward all members of the school community.
• Positive, flexible, and solution‑focused approach to daily school life.
• Recent involvement in extra‑curricular or creative school activities is preferred.
• Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check, police clearance, or equivalent background check required.

Skills Set

• Art teaching
• American curriculum delivery
• Visual arts instruction
• Creative lesson planning
• Drawing and painting support
• Classroom displays
• Student assessment
• Target Tracker
• Learning resource preparation
• Behaviour management
• Inclusive classroom practice
• EAL learner support
• Parent communication
• Creativity development
• Classroom organisation
• Curriculum collaboration
• Extra‑curricular activity support
• Safeguarding awareness

Why Join Us

• Teach art in a respected Abu Dhabi charter school with a strong focus on creativity, collaboration, and student success.
• Support learners in developing imagination, confidence, artistic expression, and positive learning habits.
• Join a growing UAE education group that values professional development, child‑centered teaching, and inclusive learning.
• Contribute to a modern school environment where creative learning supports the whole child.
• Build a rewarding teaching career within Abu Dhabi's expanding private and charter school education sector.

About the Company

Aldar Education is a leading UAE‑based education group operating a growing network of owned and managed schools. The organization is known for child‑centered learning, inclusive values, professional development, safeguarding commitment, and future‑focused education across Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE.