Arabic A Teacher

Job details

Salary: To be confirmed

Contract type: Full-time and permanent

Reporting to: Head of Primary

Responsible for: Arabic Teacher Role

Main purpose

The teacher will:

• Fulfill the professional duties expected of a teacher, consistently aligning with the standards established by the UK and UAE Teachers’ Standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree is essential, along with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, B.Ed.).
• At least 2 years of successful experience teaching Arabic within the British Curriculum is preferred.
• Experience teaching in the UAE is advantageous.

Skills and Knowledge

• Familiarity with the British National Curriculum.
• Understanding of adaptive teaching and learning methodologies.
• A solid grasp of child learning processes.
• Capability to tailor teaching methods to accommodate students’ diverse needs.
• Skill in fostering effective working relationships with students.
• Awareness of policies and protocols regarding child safeguarding.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Proficiency in ICT, particularly in leveraging technology to enhance learning.
• Ethical and safe application of AI to support educational objectives.
• Awareness of UAE policies and inspection standards (desirable).

Personal Qualities

• Dedication to achieving positive outcomes for every student while embodying the school’s ethos and values.
• High expectations for student achievement and development.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to confidentiality at all times.
• Dedication to safeguarding and promoting equality.
• Strong willingness to grow professionally.
• A proactive attitude towards innovation and change.

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching

• Create lesson plans that align with the school curriculum and national educational standards.
• Deliver interactive and engaging lessons that address various learning styles and abilities.
• Foster an inclusive classroom atmosphere that values respect, cultural awareness, and diversity.
• Assess and monitor students' learning progress through various methods such as quizzes, exams, and projects.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents regarding academic performance and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
• Stay informed about the latest teaching strategies, technologies, and resources relevant to Arabic language instruction.
• Engage in professional development activities, including workshops and training sessions.
• Offer support and guidance to students requiring additional academic assistance.
• Participate in staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events as needed.
• Maintain thorough and current records of student attendance, grades, and assignments.
• Adhere to school policies and procedures concerning academic integrity, student behavior, and safety.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and the broader school community.
• Actively engage in school events and activities such as sports days and charity functions.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of teaching strategies and adapt them as necessary to ensure student success.

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

• Contribute to the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of school policies, practices, and procedures to support the school's vision and values.
• Positively influence the broader school community and ethos.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum and student development to achieve coordinated results.
• Provide cover in situations where another teacher is unavailable.
• Lead assigned extracurricular activities, both during and outside school hours.

Health, safety and discipline

• Promote student safety and well-being.
• Maintain discipline and manage student behavior effectively to ensure a positive learning environment.

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