Head of Department - Arabic

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 144,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education Dubai invites applications for Head of Department – Arabic. You will lead the Arabic Department, drive curriculum planning, assess student progress, and mentor teachers to raise standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Arabic, recognised teaching qualification, and 3+ years of teaching plus 2+ years in leadership within a CBSE setting. UAE KHDA experience is valued; a competitive salary and package are on offer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Arabic from a recognized institution.
• Recognised teaching qualification required.
• Master’s degree in Arabic, Education, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Arabic Department across relevant grade levels.
• Establish expectations for teaching quality and assessment standards.
• Develop and implement curriculum plans aligned with UAE MOE and CBSE.
• Review schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments, and resources.
• Monitor student attainment and use data to identify improvements.
• Mentor, coach, and support Arabic teachers through development.
• Promote differentiated instruction and effective pedagogy.
• Coordinate department assessments, moderation, and reporting.
• Ensure KHDA and school quality compliance.

Skills

Arabic department leadership

Arabic curriculum planning

CBSE curriculum

UAE Ministry of Education requirements

KHDA compliance

Curriculum coordination

Lesson observation

Teacher coaching

Professional development

Student attainment analysis

Academic intervention

Assessment moderation

Examination preparation

Differentiated instruction

Educational technology

School improvement

UAE national identity

Academic quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's in Arabic

Recognised teaching qualification

Master's in Arabic or Education (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Head of Department – Arabic – Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Primary‑Secondary Education • Function: School‑College Administration • Job Type: Full‑time

Salary: 12,000 – 18,000 AED (estimated range; final offer confirmed by employer)

The Head of Department – Arabic will provide strategic and instructional leadership for the Arabic Department in a CBSE curriculum school. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, classroom practice, assessment, teacher development, student progress, regulatory compliance, and continuous academic improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Arabic Department across relevant grade levels
• Establish clear expectations for teaching quality, curriculum delivery, assessment, and student progress
• Develop and implement curriculum plans aligned with UAE Ministry of Education and CBSE requirements
• Review schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments, learning resources, and curriculum coverage
• Monitor student attainment and use performance data to identify areas requiring improvement
• Develop targeted academic interventions for students, classes, or grade levels
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive professional feedback
• Mentor, coach, and support Arabic teachers through collaborative planning and professional development
• Promote effective pedagogy, differentiated instruction, and student‑centred learning
• Encourage the appropriate use of educational technology in Arabic language teaching
• Coordinate departmental assessments, moderation, examination preparation, and progress reporting
• Ensure consistent marking, feedback, and assessment standards across the department
• Maintain compliance with KHDA, UAE Ministry of Education, CBSE, and school quality requirements
• Prepare curriculum records, departmental reports, improvement plans, and inspection evidence
• Lead departmental meetings and ensure agreed actions are completed within defined timelines
• Support teachers in addressing varied learning needs and improving student engagement
• Collaborate with senior leaders on school improvement priorities and strategic academic goals
• Promote Arabic language learning, UAE culture, national identity, and cultural awareness
• Communicate professionally with students, parents, teachers, and school leadership
• Maintain accurate records related to curriculum delivery, student outcomes, staff development, and departmental performance

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Arabic from a recognized institution
• Recognised teaching qualification required
• Master’s degree in Arabic, Education, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years of relevant teaching experience
• At least 2 years of experience as Head of Department, Subject Coordinator, or equivalent academic leader
• Experience in a CBSE curriculum school within the United Arab Emirates highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic
• Familiarity with KHDA inspection standards and school quality expectations
• Proven ability to improve teaching standards and student achievement
• Experience conducting lesson observations, coaching teachers, and leading professional development
• Strong understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, moderation, and data analysis
• Excellent Arabic language subject knowledge
• Strong written and spoken communication skills
• Effective leadership, organisation, collaboration, and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to academic excellence, inclusion, safeguarding, and continuous improvement

Skills Set

• Arabic department leadership
• Arabic curriculum planning
• CBSE curriculum
• UAE Ministry of Education requirements
• KHDA compliance
• Curriculum coordination
• Lesson observation
• Teacher coaching
• Professional development
• Student attainment analysis
• Academic intervention
• Assessment moderation
• Examination preparation
• Differentiated instruction
• Educational technology
• School improvement
• Department planning
• Performance monitoring
• UAE national identity
• Academic quality assurance

Why Join Us

This role offers an experienced Arabic educator the opportunity to lead a high‑performing department within one of Dubai’s established education groups. The successful candidate will influence curriculum quality, teacher development, student achievement, and long‑term academic improvement. The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package, structured professional development, career growth opportunities, and a collaborative working environment focused on educational excellence.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send an updated CV to [e-mail]. Include “Head of Department – Arabic” in the email subject line and mention details of qualifications, UAE teaching experience, leadership background, and professional references.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates British curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The group is committed to academic excellence, teacher development, curriculum quality, and creating long‑term career opportunities for experienced educators and school leaders.