[2428] Teacher - MFL (Spanish) - Mamoura British Academy (AY 26/27)

Aldar Academies is on the lookout for a remarkable Teacher - MFL to join Mamoura British Academy in Abu Dhabi, starting in August 2026. Mamoura British Academy operates under a British curriculum and caters to a mixed-gender student body. Situated in a modern facility in the center of Abu Dhabi, we are dedicated to excellence through high standards and a commitment to providing enriching learning experiences for our students. Our vision is to foster ‘a sustainable and innovative learning community that nurtures all learners through our unique 'Mamoura British Academy DNA.' This DNA encompasses the principles of the Mamoura Learner, Teacher, and Values, which are integral to our school community.

This position offers an exciting chance to become part of the esteemed Aldar family of schools and contribute to the advancement of one of Abu Dhabi’s premier educational groups. Ideal candidates will resonate with our core values and ethos, and possess a true understanding and appreciation of the cultural values of the region.

Key Task:

To conduct inspiring lessons that motivate students to excel and achieve optimal outcomes.

Roles and responsibilities include:

Teamwork and collaboration

- Communicate effectively across all levels.
- Foster positive relationships with everyone in the school community.
- Collaborate with other teachers to design engaging lessons that align with curriculum standards.
- Coordinate with colleagues and demonstrate flexibility in collaboration.
- Engage with parents to ensure the well-being and academic success of every child.
- Work in conjunction with curriculum support staff (as applicable) to promote children's development.

Specific Duties

Teaching and learning:

- Have a solid understanding of the Curriculum.
- Organize classroom resources and learning materials, and create displays that promote a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that address the diverse needs of all students in the class.
- Inspire students through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
- Observe and assess students in line with school assessment practices.
- Reflect on classroom experiences, the effectiveness of taught sessions, and student progress, making necessary adjustments to the learning environment, planning, and curriculum.
- Collaborate with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists when necessary.
- Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA principles are integrated throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and data:

- Take responsibility for a class's academic progress.
- Adhere to requirements for assessing and documenting students' development using Target Tracker.
- Utilize assessment data to inform subsequent planning and interventions.
- Provide feedback to parents and guardians regarding student progress during Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behaviour management and duties:

- Implement the school’s behaviour policy.
- Manage classroom dynamics effectively, employing strategies that cater to students’ individual needs to inspire and motivate them.
- Build positive relationships with students, exercising appropriate authority and making decisive actions as needed in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy.
- Model the positive attitudes, values, and behaviour expected of students.
- Maintain high expectations for student behaviour, encouraging self-control and independence among all learners.
- Fulfill assigned duties as directed and in alignment with the school’s policy.

Wider professional responsibilities:

- Participate in a curriculum action group, contributing to planning, assessment, resources, and special events associated with that team.
- Support and participate in school events, outings, and activities, which may occur on weekends or evenings.
- Effectively communicate with parents/guardians regarding students' achievements and well-being, utilizing school systems and processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.
- Make a positive impact on the broader life and ethos of the school.
- Lead a weekly extracurricular activity each term.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience:

- At least 1-2 years of teaching experience.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

- Experience working with students for whom English is a second language.
- A passion for teaching and a commitment to holistic child education.
- A high degree of professionalism with a focus on children’s well-being.
- Recent and active participation 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.