Teacher - Geography & World History

Aldar Academies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi is seeking qualified teachers who are aligned with our regional values. The role involves delivering engaging lessons, organizing resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree with PGCE or equivalent, have 1-2 years of experience, and be able to support students for whom English is not their first language, while upholding the school's wellbeing and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• 1–2 years of experience in a similar teaching role.
• Experience supporting students for whom English is not their first language.
• Commitment to educating the whole child and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned to the curriculum.
• Organise classroom resources and create displays to foster a positive learning environment.
• Assess and monitor student progress using school assessments.
• Collaborate with specialists and participate in school events as needed.
• Maintain pupil wellbeing and uphold behaviour policies.

Skills

ESL support

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree with PGCE or teaching qualification

Tools

CPOMS

Job description

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in the related subject with PGCE or otherteacher qualification

Minimum Experience

A minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in a similar role

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language

Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the wholechild

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 background

A positive and solution‑focused attitude to working life

A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

Teaching and learning

Clear understanding of the Curriculum

Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment

Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class

Motivating pupils with enthusiastic imaginative teaching

Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments

Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this

Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists if required

Ensure Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum

Assessment and data

Taking responsibility for the progress of a class

Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student's development using Target Tracker

Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning provision and intervention

Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student's progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings

Behaviour management and duties

Follow the school’s behaviour policy

Manage classes effectively using approaches which are appropriate to students needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority and act decisively when necessary within the school’s behavioural policy

Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils

Have high expectations of behaviour promoting self‑control and independence of all learners

Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy

Wider professional responsibilities

To work as part of a curriculum action group supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team

Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening

Communicate effectively with parents carers with regards to student achievements and well‑being using school systems processes such as CPOMS as appropriate

Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school run a weekly ECA each term

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in the related subject with PGCE or otherteacher qualification.

Minimum Experience

A minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in a similar role.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language

Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the wholechild

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 background

A positive and solution‑focused attitude to working life

A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check