Teacher - Social Studies - Immediate Start - Yas American Academy (AY26/27)

Role Overview

Teacher - Social Studies at Yas American Academy, Abu Dhabi, operated by Aldar Education. Immediate start for Academic Year 2026/27.

Company Overview

Yas American Academy opened in September 2016 on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The school delivers the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum alongside local curriculum in Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Facilities include an astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well-stocked library, multi-purpose sports hall, auditorium and outdoor play areas. The school provides a warm, friendly and supportive environment where students learn in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.

Role Purpose

Deliver high-quality Social Studies instruction that inspires students to achieve the best possible outcomes while fostering positive relationships across the school community and embedding the Yas American Academy Teacher and Learner DNA throughout the curriculum.

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.
• Work alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Ensure the Yas American Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are embedded throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data

• Take responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Observe and assess children in line with school assessments.
• 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 a student's progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.
• Be reflective of classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjust environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.

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.
• 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 and within the school's policy.

Collaboration and Communication

• Be a good communicator at all levels.
• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
• 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 (where applicable) to support children's development.
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers with regards to student achievements and well-being using school systems and processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.

Wider Professional Responsibilities

• Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Run a weekly ECA each term.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Bachelor degree in the relevant subject.
• B.Ed. or PGCE Education qualification.
• Experience teaching AP, IB or A-Levels standard.
• Experience in an international school is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
• High level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children.
• Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background.
• Positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities.
• 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.
• UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.