Elementary Classroom Teacher - January 2025 Start

The Position
Aldar Education is on the lookout for exceptional Elementary Classroom Teachers to start in January 2025. This opportunity is available at ADNOC School - Abu Dhabi Campus.

Joining Aldar Education presents a thrilling chance to influence the future of one of Abu Dhabi’s premier school groups. Managed and operated by Aldar Education, ADNOC Schools feature top-notch facilities and are designed to deliver a 21st Century curriculum, incorporating the latest technology and world-class amenities.

ADNOC Schools follow the Massachusetts State Curriculum and are situated in excellent facilities in both Abu Dhabi City and the Western Region of the Emirate. The Massachusetts Curriculum is renowned as one of the most respected and effective educational frameworks in the United States, with strong connections to esteemed higher education institutions such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Graduates from ADNOC Schools receive the American High School Diploma, which is the standard entry credential for US colleges and universities.

The ideal candidates will align closely with our core values and ethos, showcasing a genuine understanding and appreciation for the region's values.

Responsibilities:
• Fostering a learning environment that promotes excellent educational practices
• Establishing clear teaching and learning objectives
• Designing tasks that engage students and sustain high levels of interest
• Setting appropriate and challenging expectations
• Developing clear targets that build on prior achievements
• Identifying students with special educational needs or exceptional abilities and ensuring their requirements are met through tailored instruction
• Providing structured lessons that maintain pace, motivation, and challenge
• Utilizing assessment effectively to facilitate learning
• Leveraging performance data and key indicators to guide lesson planning and deliver differentiated instruction
• Upholding discipline in accordance with the school's ‘Behaviour for Learning Policy’ while promoting punctuality, behavior standards, and quality of work
• Employing a variety of teaching strategies to:
i. Align approach with content, organize information, present key ideas, and use suitable vocabulary
ii. Use effective questioning techniques, listen attentively to students, and address errors and misconceptions
iii. Select appropriate learning resources and foster study skills through the library, ICT, and other learning technologies
• Evaluating learning objective attainment and using this information to enhance specific teaching areas
• Grading student work at least biweekly and establishing progress targets
• Utilizing performance data to inform lesson planning and ensure continued value in learning and teaching
• Systematically assessing and documenting student progress, maintaining records to track understanding and completion, and identifying strengths and development areas for informed planning
• Conducting assessments as mandated by examination bodies and school procedures
• Preparing and delivering informative reports to parents
• Participating in subject development by creating, reviewing, and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work
• Keeping subject knowledge current through professional development and reading
• Attending relevant professional development workshops
• Performing additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or Vice Principal when necessary.

You must be a fully qualified educator with:
• A passion for teaching and caring for students
• A Bachelor in Education or a related Bachelor's Degree with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification, along with a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in the field
• Experience with the American curriculum
• A 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 positive, solution-oriented approach to professional life
• 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, child-centered, and innovative schools located in the UAE. We serve over 22,000 students across our managed and owned schools, and as we expand, we seek highly skilled, inspiring, and dedicated educational leaders.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes medical coverage, flights, furnished accommodation, and an education allowance for children. Our forward-thinking learning model encompasses both students and staff, emphasizing professional development, coaching, and training. Successful candidates will gain access to a broad network of professionals and opportunities to lead training initiatives while also advancing their own development.

Aldar Education is eager to connect with like-minded, progressive school leaders who are ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities we present.

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 work environment. We also support our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

While we would be pleased to consider all applicants, due to the high volume of responses and our rigorous selection process, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 10 business days.

Aldar Education and ADNOC Schools are dedicated to safeguarding children and young people; any job offer will be contingent upon relevant medical checks and clearance from appropriate safeguarding authorities.