Elementary Classroom Teacher - Immediate Start

The Position
Aldar Education is in search of exceptional Elementary Classroom Teachers to begin immediately. This opportunity is available at ADNOC School - Abu Dhabi Campus.

Joining Aldar Education presents an exciting chance to contribute to the future of Abu Dhabi's premier school group. Managed by Aldar Education, ADNOC Schools provide top-notch facilities and aim to deliver a 21st Century curriculum enhanced by cutting-edge technology.

ADNOC Schools follow the Massachusetts State Curriculum and are situated in excellent facilities within Abu Dhabi City and the Western Region of the Abu Dhabi Emirate. The Massachusetts Curriculum is highly esteemed in the United States and is closely associated with renowned institutions like Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Graduates from ADNOC Schools earn the American High School Diploma, which is the standard qualification for entry into US colleges and universities.

Ideal candidates will resonate with our core values and possess a genuine understanding of the regional culture and values.

Responsibilities:
• Foster a learning environment that promotes outstanding educational practices
• Establish clear teaching and learning goals
• Design engaging tasks that challenge students and maintain high levels of interest
• Set appropriate and ambitious expectations
• Establish clear targets that build on prior achievements
• Identify students with special educational needs or exceptional abilities and ensure their requirements are met through tailored instruction
• Provide structured lessons that sustain pace, motivation, and challenge
• Utilize assessment effectively to enhance learning
• Leverage performance data and key indicators to inform lesson planning and deliver differentiated instruction
• Uphold discipline according to the school’s ‘Behaviour for Learning Policy’ and promote good practices regarding punctuality, behavior, work standards, and homework
• Employ diverse teaching strategies to:
i. Align methods with content, organize information, present key ideas, and utilize relevant vocabulary
ii. Engage in effective questioning, actively listen to students, and address errors and misconceptions
iii. Select appropriate learning resources and enhance study skills through the library, I.C.T., and other educational technologies
• Evaluate the achievement of learning objectives and use insights to refine teaching practices
• Grade student work at least bi-weekly and set progress targets
• Use performance data to inform planning, ensuring that learning and teaching continue to ‘add value’
• Systematically assess and record students' progress, maintaining records to track understanding and completion, monitor strengths and areas for growth, inform planning, and recognize achievement levels
• Assess students as required by examination bodies, departmental, and school protocols
• Prepare and deliver informative reports to parents
• Participate in subject development by creating, reviewing, and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work
• Stay current in subject knowledge through CPD and professional reading
• Attend relevant professional development workshops
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or Vice Principal.

You must be a fully qualified teacher with:
• A passion for education and a caring approach
• A Bachelor in Education or a related degree with a PGCE or other teaching qualification, alongside a minimum of 2 years' teaching experience in the relevant field
• Familiarity with the American curriculum
• Commitment to a comprehensive enrichment program
• Recent and consistent participation in extracurricular activities
• Respect for all members of the school community
• Experience with students for whom English is an additional language
• A proactive and solution-oriented attitude towards work
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services or Police check

Application:
Please submit a cover letter and CV along with details of two referees as supporting documents on the TES website.

WHAT WE OFFER
Aldar Education is a network of world-class, student-centered, and innovative schools in the UAE. Serving over 22,000 students across our owned and managed schools, our growth necessitates the recruitment of highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated educational leaders.

We provide a competitive remuneration package that includes medical coverage, flight allowances, furnished accommodation, and support for children's education. Our forward-looking learning model encompasses both students and staff, emphasizing professional development, coaching, and training. Successful candidates will benefit from a broad network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to the training of others while furthering their own development.

Aldar Education welcomes applications from like-minded, progressive school leaders eager to embrace the challenges and opportunities we offer.

This job description is not exhaustive. Aldar Education reserves the right to modify this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We also support our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

While we would love to consider all applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted within 10 business days due to the high volume of applications and rigorous selection process.

Aldar Education and ADNOC Schools prioritize the safeguarding of children and young people; hence, any job offer will be contingent upon relevant medical checks and clearance from appropriate safeguarding authorities.