Teacher - Humanities Education

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 123,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is hiring a Humanities Teacher for Yas American Academy in Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE. You will deliver engaging humanities lessons, support curriculum planning, assessment, and student wellbeing, and collaborate with colleagues and parents in a diverse international environment.

The role emphasises high standards in student learning, differentiates instruction for varied abilities, and involves participation in extracurricular activities and school events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in humanities with a B.Ed. or PGCE.
• Experience teaching AP, IB or A-Levels in an international setting.
• Ability to translate complex humanities topics into engaging lessons.
• Experience teaching students with diverse language backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality humanities lessons aligned with curriculum requirements.
• Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of students across abilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to monitor progress and wellbeing.
• Utilize Target Tracker and assessment data to refine planning and interventions.
• Lead a weekly extracurricular activity and contribute to school events.
• Support curriculum development and assessment across departments.

Skills

AP curriculum

IB curriculum

A-Levels

Curriculum planning

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Student wellbeing

Inclusive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in humanities

B.Ed. or PGCE

Tools

Target Tracker

CPOMS

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: Experience teaching AP, IB or A-Levels

Teacher - Humanities Education in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for an experienced educator capable of delivering engaging humanities lessons within an international school environment. Aldar Education is hiring a Humanities Teacher for Yas American Academy to support strong academic outcomes, develop critical thinking and inquiry skills, and contribute to a collaborative school community on Yas Island.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function: Classroom Teaching Salary: 11000-16000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Humanities Teacher is responsible for creating purposeful learning experiences that help students understand societies, cultures, historical developments and the wider world. The role requires strong subject knowledge together with the ability to make humanities content relevant, challenging and accessible to learners with different abilities and language backgrounds. Working within Yas American Academy, the teacher will contribute to curriculum planning, assessment, student wellbeing and extracurricular life. The position also requires close collaboration with colleagues and parents so that academic progress, classroom expectations and individual learning needs are addressed consistently.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality humanities lessons aligned with curriculum requirements.
• Create engaging learning experiences that encourage inquiry, analysis and independent thinking.
• Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of students across a wide range of abilities.
• Organize classroom resources and displays to support an effective learning environment.
• Motivate students through imaginative teaching approaches and relevant humanities content.
• Take responsibility for the academic progress of assigned classes.
• Observe, assess and record student development in accordance with school expectations.
• Use Target Tracker and other assessment information to monitor progress.
• Apply assessment data to refine planning, adjust provision and identify required interventions.
• Provide constructive feedback that helps students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
• Communicate student progress and wellbeing clearly to parents and carers.
• Participate in Parent Teacher Conferences and other formal meetings when required.
• Establish positive and respectful relationships with students.
• Apply the school 's behaviour policy consistently and fairly.
• Maintain high expectations for conduct, independence and personal responsibility.
• Adapt classroom management approaches to individual student needs.
• Work collaboratively with fellow teachers when planning curriculum content and learning activities.
• Contribute to curriculum action groups focused on planning, assessment, resources and special events.
• Work constructively with curriculum support staff where additional student assistance is required.
• Liaise with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists when necessary.
• Embed Yas American Academy Teacher and Learner DNA expectations throughout classroom practice.
• Use CPOMS and other approved school systems to support communication and student wellbeing processes.
• Maintain regular and professional communication with parents and carers.
• Support school events, trips, activities and enrichment opportunities.
• Participate in activities that may occasionally take place during evenings or weekends.
• Lead a weekly extracurricular activity during each term.
• Contribute positively to the broader life, values and culture of the Academy.
• Reflect on lesson effectiveness and adjust teaching approaches based on student outcomes.
• Collaborate flexibly with colleagues across departments to support whole-school priorities.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold a bachelor 's degree in a relevant humanities subject together with a B.Ed. or PGCE qualification. Applicants should have previous experience teaching AP, IB or A-Levels standard courses. Experience gained within an international school environment will be an advantage. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong humanities subject knowledge and the ability to translate complex concepts into engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences. Previous experience teaching students for whom English is not their first language is important in a diverse international school environment. Candidates should be committed to educating the whole child and demonstrate a professional approach to student wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusive practice. Recent involvement in extracurricular activities is also expected, together with a willingness to contribute to school events and wider enrichment opportunities. A positive, solution-focused attitude and respect for all members of the school community are essential.

Skills Set

Humanities teaching Classroom Teaching AP curriculum IB curriculum A-Levels Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum Curriculum planning Lesson planning Student assessment Target Tracker Data-informed teaching Progress monitoring Differentiated instruction Critical thinking Inquiry-based learning Student engagement Classroom management Behaviour management Parent communication CPOMS EAL student support Inclusive teaching Curriculum development Student wellbeing Safeguarding Assessment analysis Intervention planning Extracurricular activities School events International education Collaborative teaching Professional communication Reflective teaching Learning resource development Student motivation Whole-child education

Why Join Us

Teaching humanities within an international school provides the opportunity to help students understand the social, cultural and historical forces that shape the world around them. This Abu Dhabi role combines classroom teaching with curriculum development, assessment and wider school participation in an academically ambitious environment. Yas American Academy offers access to a strong professional community within the Aldar Education network, supporting continued development through collaboration, training and exposure to international teaching practice. The role can also support progression toward subject leadership, curriculum coordination and broader academic leadership positions.

About the Company

Aldar Education operates a network of schools and academies across the UAE. Yas American Academy, located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, opened in 2016 and delivers the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum alongside Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. The Academy provides modern educational, sporting and performance facilities within a supportive international learning environment focused on student achievement, respect and personal development.