Teacher - Mathematics - Aldar Education - AY27/28

Role Overview

Aldar Education seeks a Teacher – Mathematics to join our growing family of schools, commencing in the 2027–28 academic year. The role is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Company Overview

Aldar Education is the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, providing inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown to support over 38,000 students across 31 schools with a network of almost 5,000 educators representing over 100 nationalities. We offer a broad range of curricula and ancillary services including a Teacher Training Academy, with locations across Abu Dhabi serving learners from nursery through to adult education. 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 deliver engaging mathematics lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes, while fostering positive relationships with the school community and supporting students' overall development through collaborative teamwork and reflective practice.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Develop a clear understanding of the curriculum and ensure its effective implementation.
• Organize classroom provision, learning resources, and displays to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and present sessions that cater to the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
• Motivate pupils with enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
• Observe and assess children in line with school assessment procedures.
• Reflect on classroom provision, sessions taught, and progress made, adjusting environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists, if required.
• Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are embedded throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data

• Take responsibility for the progress of the 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 and Duties

• 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 behaviour policy.
• Be a positive role model and 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

• Engage in teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.
• Commit to developing 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.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student achievements and well-being using school systems and processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.

Wider 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 taking part in school events, outings, and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Run a weekly ECA each term.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education with mandatory post-teaching qualification (PGCE).
• Minimum 1–2 years teaching experience.
• Mandatory experience in teaching the England National Curriculum.
• Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language (EAL students).
• Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge and adherence of safeguarding and child protection.
• Approachable, professional, calm, and knowledgeable demeanor.
• Ability to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
• High level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children.
• Positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
• Warmth, empathy, credibility, self-belief, integrity, drive, and child-centered approach.
• Ability to prioritize workload and multitask.
• IT literacy and familiarity with online technologies to aid in 21st-century teaching.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi-cultural environment.

Additional Information

Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. The organization places 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.

Candidates must be aligned with Aldar Education's core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region. 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, and encourages UAE Nationals in their applications.