Aldar Education - Teacher - English - Immediate Start

Role Overview

Aldar Education seeks a Teacher of English for immediate start at one of our schools in the United Arab Emirates. Aldar Education is the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, educating over 34,000 students across owned and managed schools in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

Company Overview

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We employ over 1,400 teachers to deliver the English National Curriculum, the American Massachusetts State Curriculum, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, all with an international dimension. We are a "Great Place To Work" committed to inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. Our efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.

Role Purpose

To inspire, engage, and challenge students in their formative years by creating a nurturing and play-based learning environment. To deliver high quality teaching and inclusive learning experiences that spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and support students' academic, social, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Delivery

• Create a climate for learning that is conducive for outstanding practice.
• Identify clear teaching and learning objectives aligned with the school's Teaching and Learning Policy.
• Set clear targets, building on prior attainment.
• Provide clear structure and planning for lessons and learning activities that maintain pace, challenge and engagement.
• Make effective use of ICT to enhance learning and progress.
• Identify SEN (POD), EAL and G&T students and ensure their needs are met through differentiation.

Assessment and Progress

• Make effective use of assessment for learning.
• Make effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and deliver differentiated lessons.
• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use findings to improve specific aspects of teaching and learning.
• Mark students' work regularly and set targets for progress in accordance with the school's Marking Policy.
• Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records using performance data to inform planning, student learning and progress.
• Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies, department and school procedures.
• Prepare and present informative reports to parents.

Behaviour and Standards

• Maintain discipline in accordance with the school's Behaviour for Learning Policy.
• Encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Attend and support parent and student events.
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists as required.

Curriculum Development

• Take part in subject development by producing, reviewing and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work.

General

• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the SLT.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor degree in Education or Bachelor degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Teaching experience in English National Curriculum.

Skills & Competencies

• Teaching across the age and ability range with proven success.
• Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve and be resilient.
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
• Experience of working in more than one International School is desirable.

Additional Information

• Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including a range of benefits.
• We place special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.
• Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.
• 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.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• We are dedicated to our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.
• Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.