Biology Teacher

Aldar Academies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi seeks a dedicated Biology Teacher to deliver high-quality GCSE and IB Diploma Biology and contribute to the school's learning culture.

You will plan differentiated lessons, assess progress, and maintain high standards of work while collaborating with staff and parents. The role includes leading after-school ECAs and supporting CPD initiatives.

Qualifications

• BA Degree in Biology with PGCE in Education.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Biology Teacher.
• Experience teaching GCSE Biology.
• IB Diploma Biology experience preferred.
• Commitment to differentiated instruction for EAL/SEN students.

Responsibilities

• Plan outstanding teaching and learning in line with the school policy.
• Identify clear objectives and differentiates for SEN/EAL and G&T students.
• Use assessment data to inform planning and progress.
• Prepare and present informative reports to parents and support events.
• Lead and support after-school ECAs; participate in CPD.
• Serve as Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor for Year 12–13.
• Cover for absent colleagues and invigilate examinations as required.
• Maintain professional standards and promote well-being of students.

Skills

Differentiation

Assessment for learning

ICT in learning

Parental communication

Planning & organisation

Education

BA in Biology

PGCE in Education

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning for outstanding teaching and learning in line with the schools Teaching and Learning Policy through Creating a climate for learning that is conducive for outstanding practice Identifying clear teaching and learning objectives Setting clear targets building on prior attainment Identifying SEN POD EAL and G amp T students and ensuring that their needs are met through differentiation Providing clear structure and planning for lessons and learning activities that maintain pace challenge and engagement Making effective use of assessment for learning Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and therefore deliver differentiated lessons Making effective use of ICT to enhance learning and progress Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school s Behaviour for Learning Policy and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality behaviour standards of work and homework Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching and learning Mark students work at least once every two weeks and set targets for progress in accordance with the school s Marking Policy Assess and record students progress systematically and keep records using performance data to inform planning student learning and progress Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies department and school procedures Prepare and present informative reports to parents Attend and support parent student events Take part in subject development by producing reviewing and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work Keep subject knowledge up-to-date through CPD and professional reading Contribute to the school s ECA Programme by leading supporting one after-school activity each term ECA excludes I GCSE and IB DP Revision Booster Sessions To be an Academic Mentor and Extended Essay Supervisor to Year 12 13 students Undertake duties as part of the staff duty rota Cover for absent colleagues Invigilate examinations as required to support the Examinations Officer and Summer Examination Schedule Any other duties as assigned by the Principal BA Degree in Science (Biology) with PGCE in Education Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Biology Teacher. Minimum Experience Minimum of 2 years' experience in teaching GCSE Biology. Experience in teaching IB Diploma B is preferred. Job Specific Knowledge & Skill Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic back-ground A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check