English Teacher

International Schools Partnership Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver engaging lessons and foster student development. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, teaching qualifications, and experience in an international setting. This role emphasizes collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of teaching experience, including attested experience letters from the UAE embassy.
• Experience in an international, inclusive setting, familiar with the British curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver teaching activities aligned with the school's curriculum.
• Provide personalized feedback and assess students' progress.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Team player

Strong relationship-building skills

Conflict resolution skills

Empathy

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Professional teacher qualification

Job description

ISP Teacher Profile

Purpose of Role

To ensure well-planned lessons and provide effective, personalized feedback in line with key policies including, but not limited to, T&L, feedback, and displays; to ensure students are safe, engaged, and challenged to maximize progress and educational outcomes for all.

ISP Principles

• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are essential for learners and learning. We are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting on all concerns appropriately.
• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences, and promote the well-being of self and others.
• Operate effectively. We focus on the most important things that will make the most difference, applying school policies and embodying our community's shared values.
• Are financially responsible. We make careful financial choices based on the needs of students and our schools.
• Learn continuously. We strive for improvement through personal and professional development and school enhancement.

ISP Teacher Key Responsibilities

1. Plan and deliver teaching and learning activities aligned with the school's curriculum to maximize engagement, learning, and progress.
2. Ensure learning objectives are concise, appropriate, understood, and recorded by students.
3. Provide clear lesson structure, maintaining good pace and challenge.
4. Ensure students are aware of and work towards Minimum Target Grades (MTGs) and Aspirational Target Grades (ATGs) (secondary only).
5. Motivate and challenge students through effective differentiation.
6. Create opportunities for independent and collaborative learning.
7. Assign regular homework to reinforce understanding.
8. Incorporate peer and self-assessment opportunities.
9. Manage behavior and resources effectively.
10. Use varied teaching strategies to personalize learning and maximize motivation.
11. Set and uphold high expectations and positive behavior management.
12. Adapt lessons for students with SEN or EAL needs.
13. Ensure students understand key terminology at lesson start.
14. Support students' SMSC needs and reflect STEAM and enterprise pathways in planning.
15. Create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
16. AMAR: Academic Monitoring, Assessment, and Reporting
17. Assess and moderate assessments accurately.
18. Use assessment data to improve planning and learning outcomes.
19. Provide systematic, personalized, and age-appropriate feedback.
20. Generate personalized reports following school policies.

Other: Professional Requirements for all staff

• Build effective relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and visitors.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and professionalism.
• Attend school events and contribute to team activities.
• Maintain punctuality and professional standards.
• Stay updated with current educational practices.
• Offer up to two enrichment activities weekly.
• Adhere to safeguarding and health & safety duties diligently.
• Implement school policies and procedures proactively.
• Undertake any additional tasks as reasonably assigned by the principal.

Other Professional Requirements

• Develop strong relationships and set high expectations.
• Participate in school meetings and development activities.
• Maintain professional standards in appearance and punctuality.
• Offer up to three extracurricular activities annually, each lasting six weeks.
• Comply with OSH policies, identify hazards, and report incidents.
• Ensure safe use and storage of equipment and hazardous materials.
• Promote a safety culture within the school community.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Professional teacher qualification.
• Minimum 1 year of teaching experience, including attested experience letters from the UAE embassy.
• Experience in an international, inclusive setting, familiar with the British curriculum.

Language Skills

• IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.

Special Skills and Abilities

• Team player and capable leader.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Empathy and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership in teaching and learning, collaborative work ability.
• Organizational and technological skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

ISP Leadership Competencies

• Collaboration, Learning & Getting Better, Innovation Leadership, Outcome Driven, Resilience, Community Focus, Integrity & Ethical Management, Leading & Inspiring Others, Understanding People, Influencing & Communication, Agile, Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness, Planning & Decision Making, Diversity & Equity.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to vetting procedures, including background checks.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We aim to foster an inclusive culture by hiring, developing, and retaining diverse high-performing staff. Candidates aligned with our vision are encouraged to apply.