Islamic Studies Teacher - Academic Year 2025/2026 start - Aldar Education

Aldar Education is on the lookout for Islamic Studies Teachers, ready to begin in Summer 2025 or earlier upon appointment, to contribute to the expansion of our owned and operated schools.

Aldar Education stands as the foremost educational group in Abu Dhabi, delivering inclusive and innovative learning experiences that inspire and empower communities. We aspire to be your preferred employer. Our network educates over 34,000 students across our owned and managed schools in both Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. As we grow, so does our need for highly skilled, inspiring, and dedicated school leaders and staff within our organization.

Together, we strive to empower the next generation in shaping our future, directly supporting the educational objectives set by the government of Abu Dhabi. Currently, Aldar Education aligns its initiatives with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to cultivate a sustainable knowledge-based economy through exceptional education.

This position presents an exciting chance to join the successful Aldar family of schools and play a role in shaping the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading educational group.

The ideal candidates will resonate with our core values and ethos and possess a deep understanding and appreciation of the region's values.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver lessons that motivate students to excel and achieve their best outcomes.
• Collaborate and work as a team.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.
• Cultivate positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to design engaging lessons that adhere to the curriculum.
• Coordinate with colleagues and adapt as needed.
• Partner with parents to ensure the happiness and academic success of all children.
• Work cooperatively with curriculum support staff (when applicable) to facilitate children’s growth.

Teaching and Learning:

• Maintain a solid understanding of the curriculum.
• Organize classroom resources and create displays that foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver sessions that address the diverse needs of all students in the class.
• Inspire pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching methods.
• Observe and assess students according to school assessment guidelines.
• Reflect on classroom practices, teaching sessions, progress achieved, and adjust the environment, lesson plans, and curriculum accordingly.
• Collaborate with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists as necessary.
• Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are integrated throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data:

• Take ownership of the progress of a class.
• Fulfill assessment and recording requirements for student development using Target Tracker.
• Utilize data from assessments to inform future planning, provision, and interventions.
• Provide feedback to parents and guardians regarding student progress during Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behavior Management and Duties:

• Adhere to the school’s behavior policy.
• Effectively manage classes using strategies tailored to students’ needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge them.
• Foster positive relationships with students, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary, following the school’s behavioral policy.
• Serve as a positive role model by consistently demonstrating the attitudes, values, and behaviors expected of students.
• Maintain high expectations for behavior, promoting self-control and independence among all learners.
• Execute duties as directed in line with the school’s policies.

Wider Professional Responsibilities:

• Participate in a curriculum action group, contributing to planning, assessment, resources, and special events associated with that team.
• Assist in organizing and participating in school events, field trips, and activities that may occur.

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.