[2476] Teacher - Design Technology - Bateen World Academy (AY 2026/2027)

Aldar Academies is on the lookout for a Design Technology Teacher for Bateen World Academy, set to begin in the 2026-2027 academic year.

Bateen World Academy, situated in the heart of Abu Dhabi, is a well-regarded school embedded in a lively community. This high-performing British and IB World School is celebrated for its excellence, consistently surpassing global averages for the IB Diploma while achieving impressive I/GCSE outcomes. As a distinguished institution, the school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) from FS1 to Year 6, alongside the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) for Years 12 and 13. This structure provides students with a cohesive educational journey from FS1 through Year 13, integrating the strengths of PYP, UK, and IB frameworks.

This role presents an exciting chance to become part of the thriving Aldar family of schools and contribute to the future of one of Abu Dhabi's premier educational groups.

Ideal candidates will resonate with our core values and ethos, possessing a genuine appreciation for the cultural values of the region.

Teaching and Learning Responsibilities:

• Exhibit a thorough understanding of the Curriculum for effective implementation aligned with learning outcomes.
• Utilize suitable syllabi, materials, and work schemes to enhance students' skills in science specialisms.
• Arrange the classroom and learning resources to create displays that foster a positive and engaging atmosphere.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that address the diverse needs of all students within the class.
• Consistently and effectively plan lessons and sequences for long, medium, and short-term goals to cater to individual learning requirements.
• Foster a learning environment conducive to exceptional educational practices.
• Inspire students through enjoyable and innovative lessons that challenge them and promote critical thinking.
• Establish clear teaching and learning objectives and ensure student success in achieving these goals.
• Reflect on classroom practices, the lessons taught, and the progress made, adjusting the environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.
• Support SEN (POD), EAL, and G&T students, ensuring their needs are met through tailored differentiation.
• Facilitate Hybrid / Distance Learning / Face-to-Face lessons.

Behavior Management and Duties:

• Adhere to the school's established policies and procedures, such as behavior management, code of conduct, and child safeguarding policies.
• Effectively manage classes by employing approaches suited to students' needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge them.
• Cultivate positive relationships with students, exercising appropriate authority and acting decisively when required, in line with school policies.
• Serve as a positive role model, consistently demonstrating the expected attitudes, values, and behaviors.
• Maintain high expectations for student conduct, promoting self-control and independence among all learners.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic growth of all students.
• Perform duties as assigned, following the school's established policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience: At least 2 years in a similar teaching role.

Job-Specific Knowledge and Skills:

• Required experience in an international school setting.
• Experience working with EAL (English as an Additional Language) students.
• Approachability, professionalism, calmness, and expertise.
• Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A passionate commitment to teaching and nurturing children.
• High professionalism and a focus on children's well-being.
• Recent and ongoing involvement in extracurricular activities.
• A positive, solution-oriented mindset in the workplace.
• Attributes of warmth, empathy, credibility, self-confidence, integrity, drive, and a child-centered approach.
• Capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse, multicultural setting.