Teacher- Humanities

Aldar Academies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Academies is seeking dedicated educators to inspire students and deliver engaging lessons in Abu Dhabi. Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject, along with a B.Ed. or PGCE Education. Responsibilities encompass lesson planning, classroom management, and collaboration with parents and staff.

Ideal applicants will possess teaching experience, especially in AP/IB or A-Levels, and a passion for supporting students’ educational journey.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject and B.Ed. or PGCE Education.
• Experience teaching AP/IB or A-Levels standard is preferred.
• Previous experience working with students whose English is not their first language.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to achieve best outcomes.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons meeting curriculum requirements.
• Communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with the school community.
• Manage classes effectively and follow the school’s behaviour policy.

Skills

Teaching methods

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject

B.Ed or PGCE Education

Job description

Main Duties

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Teamwork and collaboration: work cooperatively with fellow teachers, curriculum support staff and other professionals.
• Communicate effectively at all levels and develop positive relationships with the entire school community.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly to support student development.
• Coordinate with parents to secure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.

Specific Duties

Teaching and learning

• Clear understanding of the curriculum.
• Organise classroom provision and learning resources, create displays to encourage a positive and engaging environment.
• Plan, prepare and present sessions that cater to the entire ability range.
• Motivate pupils with enthusiastic imaginative teaching.
• Observe and assess children in line with school assessments.
• Reflect on classroom provision, sessions taught and progress made, adjust environment, planning and curriculum accordingly.
• Meet with other professionals (speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists) if required.
• Embed the Yas American Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and data

• Take responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meet requirements for assessing and recording student development using Target Tracker.
• Use assessment data to inform planning, provision and intervention.
• Provide feedback to parents and carers on student progress at Parent‑Teacher conferences and other meetings.

Behaviour management and duties

• Follow the school’s behaviour policy.
• Manage classes effectively using approaches appropriate to students’ needs.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority and act decisively when necessary within the policy.
• Act as a positive role model and demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviour 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

• Work as part of a curriculum action group supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events.
• Organise and participate in school events, outings and activities that may take place on weekends or evenings.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student achievements and well‑being using systems such as CPOMS.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Run a weekly ECA each term.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject and B.Ed. or PGCE Education.
• Experience in an international school is an advantage.

Minimum Experience

• Experience teaching AP/IB or A‑Levels standard.

Personal / Leadership Qualities

• Previous experience working with students whose 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 background.
• Positive and solution‑focused attitude to working life.
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check.