Teacher - Humanities Education

Aldar Education LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking a Humanities Teacher to deliver English National Curriculum lessons in Abu Dhabi Emirate. The role focuses on inquiry, critical thinking and inclusive teaching to support academic, social and personal development.

The ideal candidate will have EN curriculum experience, be able to adapt lessons for diverse learners and collaborate with staff to enhance curriculum, assessment and student wellbeing across the school network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related subject with PGCE or equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
• Experience delivering the UK National Curriculum is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality humanities lessons aligned with the English National Curriculum.
• Assess student progress using school assessment procedures and CPOMS.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment and resource development.
• Lead weekly extracurricular activity and support student wellbeing.

Skills

Humanities teaching

English National Curriculum

UK National Curriculum

Classroom Teaching

Curriculum planning

Lesson planning

Student assessment

CPOMS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related subject with PGCE

Tools

Target Tracker

Job description

Teacher - Humanities Education Job Snapshot Role: Teacher - Humanities Education Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Classroom Teaching Experience: English National Curriculum teaching experience Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Teacher - Humanities Education in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for an experienced educator who can deliver engaging humanities learning within the English National Curriculum. Aldar Education is hiring a Humanities Teacher for a January 2027 start to inspire students through inquiry, critical thinking and inclusive teaching while supporting strong academic, social and personal development.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Classroom Teaching Salary: Not disclosed Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context The Humanities Teacher will create purposeful learning experiences that help students understand people, places, societies, cultures and significant developments in the world around them. The position requires strong curriculum knowledge combined with imaginative teaching that encourages curiosity, discussion, analysis and independent thought. Working within the Aldar Education school network, the teacher will take responsibility for student progress while adapting lessons for different abilities and learning needs. Assessment evidence, classroom observation and regular reflection will be used to refine teaching and determine where additional support or challenge is required. Beyond subject delivery, the role contributes to student wellbeing, extracurricular learning and the wider culture of the school. Effective communication with parents and collaboration with colleagues will help create a consistent learning experience that supports the whole child.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality humanities lessons aligned with the English National Curriculum.
• Create stimulating learning experiences that develop curiosity, critical thinking and subject understanding.
• Prepare lessons that accommodate the full range of abilities within assigned classes.
• Organize classroom resources and displays to create an engaging and purposeful learning environment.
• Use varied teaching strategies to motivate students and encourage active participation.
• Take responsibility for the academic progress and development of assigned students.
• Observe and assess learning in accordance with school assessment procedures.
• Record student development accurately using Target Tracker and other approved systems.
• Analyze assessment information to identify strengths, learning gaps and intervention requirements.
• Adapt future planning and classroom provision in response to student performance data.
• Provide appropriate challenge and support according to individual learning needs.
• Give students constructive feedback that supports continued improvement.
• Communicate academic progress and wellbeing to parents and carers during Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.
• Establish respectful relationships with students and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
• Apply the school 's behaviour policy consistently across classroom and wider school activities.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, independence and personal responsibility.
• Use effective classroom management techniques suited to the needs of individual learners.
• Collaborate with teaching colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment and resource development.
• Participate in curriculum action groups and contribute to subject-related initiatives.
• Support special events and activities connected with curriculum development.
• Use CPOMS and other school processes appropriately when communicating matters related to student wellbeing.
• Contribute positively to the wider ethos and professional culture of the school.
• Lead a weekly extracurricular activity during each term.
• Reflect on lesson effectiveness and modify teaching strategies where improved outcomes can be achieved.
• Participate actively in continuing professional development.
• Share effective teaching practices with colleagues and contribute to collaborative improvement.
• Maintain safeguarding responsibilities and support a safe learning environment for all students.

Ideal Profile

Ideal Profile Candidates should hold a bachelor 's degree in Education or a bachelor 's degree in a relevant subject together with a PGCE or equivalent recognized teaching qualification. Previous teaching experience within the English National Curriculum is required. Candidates should demonstrate successful teaching across an appropriate age and ability range and be confident adapting humanities content for students with differing educational needs. Experience delivering the UK National Curriculum is essential to the role. Previous employment across more than one international school will be advantageous and can provide useful experience of culturally diverse learning communities. The successful candidate should be resilient, organized and capable of maintaining effective teaching under pressure. Strong problem-solving ability will be important when responding to changing classroom needs and individual student requirements. A commitment to continuing professional development is expected, together with a willingness to contribute to extracurricular activities and the broader educational life of the school.

Skills Set

• Humanities teaching
• English National Curriculum
• UK National Curriculum
• Classroom Teaching
• Curriculum planning
• Lesson planning
• Student assessment
• Target Tracker
• Assessment data analysisProgress tracking
• Differentiated instruction
• Inclusive learning
• Critical thinking
• Inquiry-based learning
• Student engagement
• Classroom management
• Behaviour management
• Intervention planning
• Learning resources
• Curriculum development
• Parent communication
• Parent Teacher Conferences
• CPOMS
• Student wellbeing
• Safeguarding
• International education
• Collaborative teaching
• Curriculum action groups
• Extracurricular activities
• ECA delivery
• Reflective teaching
• Problem solving
• Student progress monitoring
• Professional development
• Whole-child education

Why Join Us

Why Join Us Teaching humanities within a growing education network provides opportunities to influence how students understand society, culture and the wider world while developing transferable skills in analysis, communication and independent thinking. This Abu Dhabi opportunity combines classroom responsibility with curriculum collaboration, assessment and extracurricular involvement. Aldar Education places continued emphasis on professional development, coaching and training as its school network expands. Teachers can develop their classroom practice within a diverse professional community while building experience that supports progression into subject coordination, curriculum leadership and wider academic leadership positions.

About the Company

About the Company Aldar Education is an Abu Dhabi-based education group serving more than 38000 students across a growing network of schools. Since beginning with one school and 250 students in 2007, the organization has expanded to approximately 5000 educators representing more than 100 nationalities and provides multiple curriculum pathways across the UAE. Its schools support Abu Dhabi 's long-term ambition to develop a sustainable, knowledge-based economy through high-quality education.