English Teacher Al Ain British Academy (ay 2024 2025)

Abu Dhabi, AZ, AE, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Number of Vacancies: 1
Eligible Candidates:
• Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:
• Education Required: Bachelor


Additional School Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related subject with PGCE or any other Teaching Qualification.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience as an English Teacher in the English Curriculum.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skill:

• Commitment to the school's vision and IB Philosophy and Mission Statement
• Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and organization skills
• Knowledge of current developments in education
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
• Teaching across ability ranges with proven success
• Experience working in more than one International School
• Experience of teaching IB PYP is a bonus.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check



Job Benefits:
To be discussed after the interview.


:
Aldar Academies is currently seeking an outstanding Teacher of English for Al Ain British Academy commencing on September 2024.


This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family.


Al Ain British Academy opened in September 2011 providing high-quality education in the heritage 'Garden City' of the United Arab Emirates. The children are taught the English National Curriculum - tailored to be meaningful to children living in Al Ain. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astroturf field, two swimming pools, a well-stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium, and outdoor play areas. It is an exciting, challenging, and enjoyable school to work in where achievement for pupils is at the heart of all we do. The school has achieved outstanding levels of progress and attainment, supported by rigorous tracking of data and assessment in all areas of the curriculum.


Candidates must have a secure knowledge of teaching the English National Curriculum and the latest developments. Potential candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning to ensure outstanding progress for all. They will be able to demonstrate leadership skills/experiences at a variety of levels and to be effective in working collaboratively in a team.


Successful candidates will find themselves welcomed into a wonderful school family community, where staff are held in high regard by pupils, parents, and school leadership alike. Al Ain is a beautiful, green city that offers an affordable lifestyle within the UAE, whilst offering easy access to Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Oman all within a short drive. Al Ain boasts its tourist attractions in the form of Al Ain Zoo, Jebel Hafeet Mountain, and Al Ain Oasis, as well as leisure facilities including hotels, malls, golf and Rugby club, shooting range, swimming pools, Al Ain Raceway, and much more. We offer a competitive package including relocation, annual flight allowance, medical insurance, end-of-service gratuity, and a 4.5-day working week empowering staff wellbeing.


The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities:

• Planning for outstanding teaching and learning, in line with the school Teaching and Learning Policy, through:
• Creating a climate for learning that is conducive to outstanding practice;
• Identifying clear teaching and learning objectives;
• Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment;
• Identifying SEN (POD), EAL, and G&T students and ensuring that their needs are met through differentiation;
• Providing clear structure and planning for lessons and learning activities that maintain pace, challenge, and engagement;
• Making effective use of assessment for learning;'
• Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and therefore deliver differentiated lessons;
• Making effective use of ICT to enhance learning and progress
• Maintaining discipline by the school's 'Behaviour for Learning Policy' and encouraging good practice about punctuality, behavior, standards of work, and homework;
• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching and learning;
• Mark students work at least once every two weeks, and set targets for progress, according to the school's Marking Policy;
• Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records; using performance data to inform planning, student learning and progress;
• Assess students as requested by examination bodies, departments, and school procedures
• Prepare and present informative reports to parents
• Attend and support parent/student events.
• Take part in subject development by producing, reviewing, and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists, if required.
• Any other duties as assigned by the SLT.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
• Run a weekly ECA each term.

What we offer:


As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. We offer a range of brands for all learners in our community, from nursery through to adult education. We offer the broadest choice of curricula. In the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi.


Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown into a highly sought-after education provider, now supporting over 38,000 students in 31 schools and a growing network of almost 5,000 educators, with over 100 nationalities, offering a wide range of curricula and ancillary services such as a Teacher Training Academy.


This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1701639
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, AZ, AE, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned