Teacher - KG

Aldar Academies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Academies is seeking a Classroom Teacher with 1-2 years of experience for the American Curriculum in Abu Dhabi. A Bachelor’s degree with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification is required, along with a commitment to the school’s vision and values.

The role emphasizes fostering student potential, professional development, and excellent communication. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative international setting, focusing on safeguarding and positive learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Commitment to school’s vision and values.
• Passion for education and belief in the potential of every student.
• Excellent inter-personal communication and organisation skills.
• Knowledge of current developments in education.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.
• Teaching across ability range with proven success.
• Experience of working in more than one International School.
• Ability to work under pressure and be resilient.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Plan, prepare and present sessions for the needs of the whole ability range.
• Work with colleagues to plan engaging lessons aligned to the curriculum.
• Liaise with parents to ensure student happiness and academic progress.
• Assess and monitor student progress and provide feedback to parents.
• Collaborate with curriculum support staff where applicable to support development.

Skills

Commitment to vision

Passion for education

Professional development

Inter-personal communication

Organisation skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Work under pressure

Resilience

Curriculum knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree with PGCE

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of degree in related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching Qualification
• Minimum Experience
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience as a Classroom Teacher in the American Curriculum

Job Specific Knowledge

Job Specific Knowledge amp Skills Commitment to school s vision and values Passion for education teaching and a belief in the potential of every student Commitment to continuing professional development Excellent inter-personal communication skills and organisation skills Knowledge of current developments in education Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding Teaching across ability range with proven success Experience of working in more than one International School Ability to work under pressure problem-solve deal with challenging situations and be resilient

This job description is not all inclusive

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment

We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment

Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance

Key Task

To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes

Roles and responsibilities include

• Teamwork and collaboration
• To be a good communicator at all levels
• Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community
• Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet requirements of the curriculum
• Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly
• Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children
• Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff where applicable to support children s development
• 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 the Virginia American School 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 s 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

Job Summary

Bachelor of degree in related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching Qualification.Minimum of 1-2 years experience as a Classroom Teacher in the American Curriculum.Commitment to school's vision and valuesPassion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every studentCommitment to continuing professional developmentExcellent inter-personal/communication skills and organisation skillsKnowledge of current developments in educationKnowledge of child protection and safeguardingTeaching across ability range with proven successExperience of working in more than one International SchoolAbility to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient