Aldar Education - Teacher - Humanities (August 2027)

Role Overview

Aldar Education seeks a Teacher - Humanities to support its growing family of schools in the United Arab Emirates, commencing in August 2027.

Company Overview

Aldar Education is the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, providing inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. The organization operates 31 schools across the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi, supporting over 38,000 students with a network of almost 5,000 educators representing over 100 nationalities. Aldar Education offers the broadest choice of curricula, ranging from nursery through to adult education, and operates ancillary services including a Teacher Training Academy. Since its founding in 2007 with one school and 250 students, the organization has grown into a highly sought-after education provider guided by Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.

Role Purpose

The Teacher - Humanities will plan, deliver, and assess engaging learning experiences across the humanities curriculum, managing classrooms effectively to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities while contributing to the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Demonstrate clear understanding of the curriculum.
• Organize classroom provision and learning resources and create displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and present sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
• Motivate pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
• Observe and assess children in line with school assessments.
• Reflect on classroom provision, sessions taught, and progress made, adjusting environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.

Assessment and Data

• Take responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meet requirements for the assessment and recording of student development using Target Tracker.
• Use data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision, and intervention.
• Provide feedback to parents and carers on student 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 when necessary within the school's behavioural policy.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school's policy.

Professional Collaboration and Community

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to that team.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student achievements and well-being using school systems and 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 & Experience

• Bachelor degree in Education or Bachelor degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Teaching experience in English National Curriculum.
• Teaching across the age ability range with proven success.
• Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum.
• Experience of working in more than one International School desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• The ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, and be resilient.
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

Additional Information

Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including a range of benefits. The organization places special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training for both students and staff.

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.

Aldar Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and is dedicated to its national development strategy. The organization encourages UAE Nationals to apply.

This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.