Assistant Head of Elementary: Learning & Wellbeing Champion

Ajyal International School - Al Falah; Shakhbout City; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave

Housing Support

Job summary

Teach Away invites applications for an experienced educator to join the leadership team as Assistant Head of Elementary. You will support the Head of Elementary in shaping strategy, improving student outcomes, and ensuring cohesive teaching across Grades 1–5.

You will lead curriculum implementation, assess progress, and mentor teachers to elevate instructional practice. A Bachelor in Education plus a teaching qualification/licence is required, with 5+ years of elementary teaching and 2 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Education or related field with a recognised teaching qualification/license.
• Master's in Educational Leadership is an advantage.
• At least 5 years of elementary teaching experience, including 2 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Elementary in setting and delivering strategic goals and improvement plans.
• Lead curriculum implementation, planning and assessment to ensure standards-aligned teaching.
• Conduct lesson observations, learning walks and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Analyse assessment data to track progress and plan targeted interventions.
• Coach, mentor and lead professional development for teachers and teaching assistants.
• Oversee student wellbeing, attendance and behaviour, coordinating with counsellors and inclusion team.
• Support provisions for students of determination, EAL and GT.
• Contribute to ADEK inspection readiness and compliance with policies.
• Build strong partnerships with parents through clear communication.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Data analysis

Coaching

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor in Education or related field

Job description

Teach Away invites applications for an experienced educator to join the leadership team as Assistant Head of Elementary. You will support the Head of Elementary in shaping strategy, improving student outcomes, and ensuring cohesive teaching across Grades 1–5.

You will lead curriculum implementation, assess progress, and mentor teachers to elevate instructional practice. A Bachelor in Education plus a teaching qualification/licence is required, with 5+ years of elementary teaching and 2 years in