Performing Arts Teacher (Music Specialist)

Al Rabeeh Academy is on the lookout for a passionate, flexible, and dedicated Secondary Performing Arts Teacher (Music Specialist).

Opened in August 2017, Al Rabeeh Academy is a stunning, purpose-built institution and part of an expanding network of schools. Since 1979, the Al Rabeeh name has been synonymous with high-quality education and exceptional pastoral care in the city. As a proud member of the British Schools in the Middle East (BSME), we offer outstanding opportunities for inter-school competitions, tournaments, and continuous professional development.

Our bilingual private school serves students from FS1 to Year 13, delivering the English National Curriculum alongside Arabic. We are seeking candidates who are highly committed team players, brimming with the drive, energy, and passion necessary to contribute to the development of Al Rabeeh Academy, which may provide opportunities for internal advancement as we grow.

Applicants should resonate with the ethos and values of Al Rabeeh Academy, particularly given our significant population of Arabic-speaking students. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, comfortable establishing open lines of communication with students, staff, and parents. It is vital for applicants to lead by example and engage fully in the Academy’s extracurricular activities program.

Qualifications:

To qualify, applicants must be fluent in English, possess a relevant degree and teaching qualification, and have at least 2 years of teaching experience in schools that adhere to the National Curriculum of England.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Comprehensive subject knowledge of the National Curriculum
• Familiarity with current UK initiatives and developments in English
• The ability and willingness to teach across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• Desirable experience in teaching A-levels, although not mandatory
• Strong classroom management skills alongside excellent subject expertise
• The potential to promote creative learning and focus on developing innovative skills suited for 21st-century learning environments
• Confidence in utilizing IT to enhance and broaden students’ learning experiences
• Experience in leveraging data from internal assessments, standardized tests, and external assessments to monitor student progress
• Essential experience in teaching EAL students

Package Details:

• Tax-free competitive salary
• Limited contract
• Furnished accommodation
• Annual return air ticket/allowance
• Medical insurance and life insurance coverage
• End of service gratuity
• Visa arranged by the school

Interested candidates should complete the application form on the WhatSchool platform. Along with the application, please submit a CV of no more than 2 pages, a recent photograph, and a scanned copy of your degree certificate.

Applicants must hold a passport from an English-speaking country.

Please be aware that the school retains the right to begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date, so candidates are encouraged to submit their applications promptly. Interviews will take place in Abu Dhabi or online with the Executive Principal, Mr. Riaan Huyser.

The position is available for immediate start.

We appreciate all applicants' interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Al Rabeeh Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will need to complete child protection screening.

For more information about becoming part of this unique school community, where every child is valued, please visit our website at https://www.alrabeehacademy.ae/.