[2564] Aldar Education - Teacher - Design Technology (AY 2026-2027)

Aldar Education is on the lookout for an exceptional Teacher - Design Technology to join one of our schools in Abu Dhabi starting in August 2026.

As the premier education organization in Abu Dhabi, Aldar Education is dedicated to providing inclusive and innovative learning experiences that inspire and empower communities. We strive to be the employer of choice, educating over 34,000 students across our network of owned and managed schools in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. As we expand, we continue to seek highly skilled, inspirational, and committed school leaders and educators.

Together, our mission is to empower future generations to shape our world, directly supporting the educational objectives set forth by Abu Dhabi's government. Our initiatives are aligned with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which seeks to establish a sustainable knowledge-based economy through top-tier education.

We are recognized as a Great Place To Work and currently employ over 1,400 teachers who deliver the English National Curriculum, the esteemed American Massachusetts State Curriculum, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, all infused with an international perspective.

This is a thrilling opportunity to become part of the successful Aldar family of schools and contribute to the future of Abu Dhabi's leading educational group.

Your role will involve inspiring, engaging, and challenging students during their formative years by creating a nurturing and play-based learning atmosphere. You will deliver high-quality teaching and inclusive learning experiences that ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and support students' academic, social, and personal growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning:
- Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of the Curriculum to effectively implement it in alignment with learning outcomes.
- Utilize appropriate syllabi, resources, and work schemes to enhance students' skills in science specialisms.
- Organize classroom provisions and learning resources while creating displays that promote a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Plan, prepare, and present lessons that accommodate the diverse abilities within the class.
- Consistently and effectively plan lessons and sequences of lessons to meet individual students' learning needs.
- Foster a conducive learning atmosphere that encourages exceptional practice.
- Inspire students by delivering enjoyable and creative lessons that challenge them and enhance critical thinking.
- Identify clear teaching and learning objectives and track student achievement against these goals.
- Reflect on classroom provisions, sessions taught, progress made, and adjust the environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.
- Support SEN (POD), EAL, and G&T students, ensuring their needs are met through differentiation.
- Facilitate Hybrid / Distance Learning / Face-to-Face lessons.

Behavior Management and Duties:
- Adhere to the school's established policies and procedures, including behavior, code of conduct, and child safeguarding policies.
- Manage classes effectively using techniques appropriate to students' needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge them.
- Cultivate positive relationships with students, exercising appropriate authority and acting decisively within the school's established frameworks.
- Serve as a positive role model, consistently demonstrating the positive attitudes, values, and behaviors expected of students.
- Maintain high expectations for good conduct, promoting self-control and independence among all learners.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment conducive to appropriate social, emotional, and academic growth for all students.
- Carry out assigned duties in accordance with the school's established policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree in a related field along with a PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:
- Required experience in an international school setting.
- Experience working with students for whom English is not the first language (EAL).
- Ability to be approachable, professional, calm, and knowledgeable.
- Competence in dealing professionally with a variety of stakeholders.
- A passion for teaching and a commitment to nurturing and educating children.
- A high level of professionalism and a focus on children's well-being.
- Recent and consistent participation in extracurricular activities.
- A positive, solution-oriented approach to work.
- Traits including warmth, empathy, credibility, self-confidence, integrity, drive, and a child-centered focus.
- Capacity to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with parents in a diverse, multicultural environment.