Arabic B & French Teacher

Job details

Salary: To be confirmed

Contract type: Full-time and permanent

Reporting to: Head of Primary

Responsible for: Arabic B & French Teacher Role

Main purpose

The educator will:

Meet the professional responsibilities expected of teachers and consistently align with the standards outlined in the UK and UAE Teachers’ Standards.

Qualifications and Experience

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A Bachelor's degree is required, along with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, B.Ed.).

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A minimum of 2 years of successful teaching experience in Arabic and French within the British Curriculum is preferred.

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Experience in teaching within the UAE is advantageous.

Skills and Knowledge

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Familiarity with the British National Curriculum.

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Understanding of adaptive teaching and learning methodologies.

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A solid grasp of child learning processes.

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Ability to tailor instruction to accommodate students' diverse needs.

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Capacity to foster productive relationships with students.

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Awareness of safeguarding guidelines and requirements for children.

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Knowledge of effective strategies for managing student behavior.

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Competence in ICT, particularly in using technology to enhance learning.

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Ethical use of AI to support educational endeavors.

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An understanding of UAE policies and inspection frameworks is advantageous.

Personal Qualities

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Dedication to achieving optimal outcomes for all students and upholding the school's ethos and values.

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High expectations for student achievement and progress.

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Ability to perform under pressure and manage priorities effectively.

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Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.

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A commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality.

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Strong desire for professional growth and development.

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Positive attitude towards innovation and change.

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching

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Design lesson plans aligned with the school curriculum and national educational standards.

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Deliver engaging, interactive lessons that accommodate various learning styles and abilities.

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Establish a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere that fosters respect, cultural awareness, and diversity.

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Assess and track students’ learning progress through diverse methods, including quizzes, exams, projects, and presentations.

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Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents regarding academic performance and behavior.

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Collaborate with colleagues and school staff to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.

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Stay informed about the latest teaching strategies, technologies, and resources in Arabic language and literature.

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Engage in professional development opportunities, such as workshops, conferences, and training sessions.

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Offer guidance and support to students requiring additional help or academic assistance.

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Attend staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other school events as needed.

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Maintain accurate and current records of student attendance, grades, and assignments.

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Adhere to the school’s policies and procedures concerning academic integrity, student behavior, and safety.

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Cultivate positive relationships with students, parents, and the broader school community.

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Actively engage in school activities and events, such as sports days, talent shows, and charity initiatives.

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Continuously assess the efficacy of teaching strategies and modify them as necessary to promote student success.

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

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Contribute to the creation, implementation, and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices, and procedures to support its vision and values.

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Make a meaningful contribution to the broader life and ethos of the school.

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Collaborate with others on curriculum and student development to achieve coordinated outcomes.

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Provide cover when another teacher is unable to fulfill their teaching duties.

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Lead assigned extracurricular activities before, during, and after school hours.

Health, safety and discipline

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Advocate for the safety and well-being of students.

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Maintain discipline among students, effectively managing behavior to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

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Follow the school’s established behavior policy.

Professional development

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Participate in the school’s appraisal process.

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Engage in further training and development to enhance personal teaching skills.

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Involve in the appraisal and professional development of others when appropriate.

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Contribute to the school’s professional development initiatives when applicable.

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Take advantage of broader SIG development opportunities.

Communication

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Communicate effectively with students, parents, and caregivers.

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Engage in clear communication with colleagues, supervisors, and the leadership team.

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Interact effectively with external visitors, inspectors, and government representatives.

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals

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Collaborate with colleagues and other relevant professionals inside and outside the school.

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Establish productive professional relationships with colleagues.

Personal and professional conduct

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Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high ethical standards both inside and outside the school.

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Show respect for the ethos, policies, and practices of the school, while maintaining punctuality and attendance.

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Act in accordance with the statutory frameworks outlining professional duties and responsibilities.

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Fully comply with UAE laws and customs at all times.

Management of staff and resources

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Supervise and guide support staff assigned to them, and where appropriate, other teachers.

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Contribute to the recruitment and professional growth of fellow teachers and support staff.

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Allocate resources entrusted to them appropriately.

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Ensure equitable access and effective use of resources.

Safeguarding

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Adhere to statutory safeguarding guidelines (e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education) along with our safeguarding and child protection policies.

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Collaborate with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to promote students' best interests, including sharing any concerns as necessary.

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Ensure the safeguarding of all students in the school at all times.

Other areas of responsibility

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Ensure full compliance with all regulations, policies, and frameworks mandated by the KHDA, BSO, and the UAE Ministry of Education.

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Assist the leadership team in preparing for and executing the KHDA inspection process, developing and adhering to post-inspection action plans.

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Support the success of the UAE National Agenda.

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Maintain professional communication with all KHDA and Government Officials, representing the school at required forums and meetings upon the Principal's request.

Please note that this description provides a general overview of the role and its responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list of tasks that the teacher may be required to perform. The postholder may be asked to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.