[2095] Teacher - Geography - Aldar Education - AY 26/27

As the foremost education organization in Abu Dhabi, we deliver inclusive and innovative educational experiences that uplift and empower our communities. Our diverse array of brands caters to learners of all ages, from early childhood through adult education, providing the widest selection of curricula across the most extensive number of locations in Abu Dhabi.

Since opening our first school with 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has evolved into a highly esteemed education provider, currently serving over 38,000 students across 31 schools. We have built a growing network of nearly 5,000 educators from more than 100 nationalities, offering a variety of curricula along with additional services such as a Teacher Training Academy.

By working together, our educational network aims to empower future generations to shape our world while aligning with the educational objectives of Abu Dhabi's government. Aldar Education's initiatives are now aligned with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, which seeks to cultivate a sustainable knowledge-based economy through high-quality education.

We are looking for candidates who resonate with our core values and possess a sincere understanding and appreciation of the region's cultural values.

Your role will be to inspire, engage, and challenge students during their formative years by fostering a nurturing and play-based learning environment. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and inclusive learning experiences that ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and support students in their academic, social, and personal growth.

Main Responsibilities:

Key Tasks:

- Deliver lessons that motivate students to excel and achieve optimal outcomes.
- Engage in teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
- Communicate effectively at all levels.
- Cultivate positive relationships within the school community.
- Collaborate with fellow teachers to design engaging lessons that adhere to curriculum standards.
- Liaise with colleagues and demonstrate flexibility in your work.
- Partner with parents to ensure the happiness and academic success of all children.
- Work cooperatively with curriculum support staff (when applicable) to enhance children’s development.

Specific Duties:

Teaching and Learning:

- Maintain a clear understanding of the curriculum.
- Organize classroom resources and create displays that foster a positive and engaging learning atmosphere.
- Plan, prepare, and present lessons that cater to the diverse needs of all students in the class.
- Inspire pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
- Observe and assess students in accordance with school assessment protocols.
- Reflect on classroom practices, lessons taught, and student progress, adjusting the learning environment, planning, and curriculum as needed.
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists as required.
- Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are integrated throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data:

- Assume responsibility for the progress of your class.
- Meet the requirements for assessing and recording student development using Target Tracker.
- Utilize assessment data to inform future planning, provision, and interventions.
- Provide feedback to parents and guardians regarding student progress during Parent-Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behavior Management and Duties:

- Adhere to the school's behavior policy.
- Manage the classroom effectively, employing strategies that are suited to students' individual needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge them.
- Foster positive relationships with students, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively within the school's behavioral framework when necessary.
- Serve as a positive role model and consistently demonstrate the attitudes, values, and behaviors expected of students.
- Maintain high expectations for behavior, promoting self-control and independence among all learners.
- Fulfill duties as directed within the school's policy guidelines.

Wider Professional Responsibilities:

- Collaborate as part of a curriculum action group to support planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to that team.
- Assist in organizing and participating in school events, outings, and activities that may take place on weekends or evenings.
- Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding student achievements and wellbeing, utilizing school systems such as CPOMS as appropriate.
- Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.
- Lead a weekly extracurricular activity each term.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant subject with a PGCE or other teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience:

- At least 1-2 years of teaching experience.

Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills:

- Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
- A passion for teaching and a commitment to educating the whole child.
- A high level of professionalism and a focus on the well-being of children.
- Active and ongoing involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Respect for all members of the school community, regardless of their position, gender, age, or ethnic background.
- A positive and solution-oriented approach to work.
- A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police clearance.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Academies are a collective of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 34,000 students across our network of owned and managed schools, and as we continue to grow, we seek highly skilled, inspiring, and dedicated school leaders. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes medical coverage, flight allowances, housing, and complimentary school places for children. Our future-focused learning model encompasses both students and staff, placing a strong emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training.

Successful candidates will gain access to a broad network of professionals and opportunities to both lead training and develop their own skills.

Aldar Academies invite applications from like-minded, forward-thinking school leaders eager to embrace the challenges and opportunities we have to offer.

This job description is not exhaustive. Aldar Education reserves the right to modify this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We also prioritize our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

Aldar Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Job offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and police clearance.