Teacher - Primary (Immediate Start) Al Shohub Private School

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative education group in the UAE is seeking a Primary Teacher for Al Shohub Private School. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging lessons, manage a classroom effectively, and foster positive relationships within the school community. Candidates should have a relevant degree along with a PGCE or equivalent and at least 1–2 years teaching experience. The role offers a competitive remuneration package, including housing and medical cover.

Benefits

Medical cover

Flight allowances

Housing

Free child school places

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years teaching experience required.
• Experience working with students where English is a second language is preferred.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons that inspire and engage students.
• Plan engaging lessons meeting curriculum requirements.
• Monitor and assess the progress of students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Classroom management

English as a second language

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with PGCE or teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Aldar Education are currently seeking a Teacher - Primary (Immediate Start) for Al Shohub Private School to support our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. Al Shohub Private School is a British curriculum, part of Aldar Schools, offering a mixed gender primary school located in a purpose-built educational facility in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi. The school was founded in 1999 to provide exceptional education in Abu Dhabi. The large majority of our students are Emiratis. Our school is rooted in the values of the Emirati community, guided by the requirements of our regulatory body, ADEK.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the delivery of a high-quality British curriculum at an affordable price point, ensuring accessibility for families seeking excellent education. Personalised learning is at the heart of our approach, recognising that each student is unique. We foster a warm and inclusive community where collaboration among students, parents, and educators is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Main Duties:

• 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.
• Commitment to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Work with fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly; work with parents to ensure happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
• Cooperate with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children’s development.

Specific Duties

Teaching and learning:

• Clear understanding of the Curriculum.
• Organising 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.
• Reflecting on classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum accordingly.
• Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
• Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are embedded throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and data

• Taking responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student development using Target Tracker.
• Using data from 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 appropriate to students’ needs to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively within the school’s behavioural policy.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the 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 within the school’s policy.

Wider professional responsibilities

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
• Support the organisation and participation in school events, outings and activities which may occur at weekends or in the evening.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers regarding 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 1–2 years teaching experience.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
• Professionalism and consideration for the well-being of children.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities.
• Respect for all members of a school community, regardless of position, gender, age or ethnic background.
• Positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check or police check.

What we offer

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 38,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff, with emphasis on professional development, coaching and training. Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves. We welcome like-minded, forward-thinking school leaders who would embrace the opportunities we offer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend the job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are mindful of UAE national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

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.