Teacher - English & Media Studies - Yas American Academy (AY26/27)

Role Overview

Teacher - English & Media Studies at Yas American Academy, operated by ALDAR EDUCATION on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, starting August 2026.

Company Overview

Yas American Academy opened in September 2016 and provides high-quality education following the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum, tailored to be meaningful to students, alongside the local curriculum of Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. The school maintains excellent facilities including a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well-stocked library, large multi-purpose sports hall, auditorium and outdoor play areas. The school provides a warm, friendly and supportive environment where students enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.

Role Purpose

Deliver high-quality English and Media Studies instruction that inspires students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes, while demonstrating alignment with the school's core values and ethos and fostering positive relationships across the school community.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• 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, and adjust environment, planning and curriculum accordingly.
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
• Embed the Yas American Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data

• Take responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meet requirements for 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

• Follow the school's behaviour policy.
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches 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.
• Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour expected of pupils.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school's policy.

Collaboration and Communication

• Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.
• Develop positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Work alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly.
• Work with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
• Work cooperatively with curriculum support staff to support children's development.

Professional Responsibilities

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
• Support the organizing and participation in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• 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 the relevant subject.
• B.Ed. or PGCE Education.
• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
• Experience in an international school is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
• High level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities.
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background.
• Positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
• Genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Additional Information

• Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check required.
• Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
• ALDAR EDUCATION is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
• ALDAR EDUCATION is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• ALDAR EDUCATION is mindful of national development strategy and encourages UAE Nationals in their applications.