Upper Elementary Teacher

American United School; Mubarak Al-Kabeer; On-site; KWD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

American United School in Kuwait seeks an Upper Elementary Teacher to design engaging lessons and guide students through core subjects. The role focuses on fostering inquiry, collaboration, and independent learning while supporting holistic student growth.

You will differentiate instruction for Grades 3-5, build strong relationships with families, and collaborate with colleagues to create a cohesive learning experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• Experience teaching upper primary (grades 3-5).
• Commitment to joyful, inclusive, and student-centered classroom.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons across core subjects.
• Foster a classroom environment that promotes inquiry, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Support students in developing strong study habits, problem-solving skills, and personal responsibility.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic and social needs of upper primary learners.
• Build meaningful relationships with students and families to support holistic development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and enriching learning experience.

Skills

Lesson design

Differentiation

Inquiry-based instruction

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Job description

Empower Young Learners as Our Upper Elementary Teacher

Imagine a classroom where curiosity meets confidence, and students are encouraged to think deeply, ask questions, and take ownership of their learning. As our Upper Primary Teacher, you will guide students through key academic milestones while nurturing their independence and love for learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons across core subjects
• Foster a classroom environment that promotes inquiry, collaboration, and critical thinking
• Support students in developing strong study habits, problem-solving skills, and personal responsibility
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic and social needs of upper primary learners
• Build meaningful relationships with students and families to support holistic development
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and enriching learning experience

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field
• Experience teaching upper primary grades (Grades 3-5 or equivalent)
• Commitment to creating a joyful, inclusive, and student-centered classroom