Job Description

Salary:

Competitive tax-free salary, school accommodation / housing allowance, medical insurance, visa, annual flight allowance, more

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Apply by:

30 April 2025

Job overview

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Taaleem is looking for a qualified, enthusiastic, and passionate Literacy Specialist to join one our Dubai Schools in August 2025.

Dubai Schools

The Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become independent and empathetic learners. We offer an American education that will be guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values which will foster future-ready graduates, driven by pride and tolerance.


The main objective of the Dubai Schools Al Barsha, Al Khawaneej and Nad al Sheba Projects is to create a mutually beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that ensures Dubai's aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in 'Good+' rated schools.

Primary Purpose of Job:

The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates, and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity, and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students' individual learning needs and the Dubai Schools values of Future Ready, Trust and Empathy, Collaboration and Inclusion, Cultural Preservation, and Academic Excellence, the Dubai Schools teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programs lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfillment, and a love of lifelong learning in every one of our students. Dubai Schools and Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds.

Key Responsibilities:

Leaderships:



Serves as a coordinator and facilitator of literacy across the curriculum instructional content, with high-level expertise and ability to adapt according to the school's needs. Demonstrates expertise, trains others, and oversees the effective development of beginning reading skills, phonics, and phonological awareness across the school to close attainment gaps. Drives consistency and effectiveness of core literacy instructional strategies across both Arabic and English medium subjects. Conducts needs assessments and analyzes student and school data at key points in the year, and over time, to determine literacy areas requiring emphasis and support. Provides consultative expertise to leaders and teachers, reflecting the full range of evidenced student needs. Works collaboratively with representatives from partner organizations to oversee and facilitate the implementation and management of literacy across the curriculum initiatives, including the Reading for Pleasure initiative. Works collaboratively with Literacy Across the Curriculum Coordinators across Dubai Schools to improve the quality and consistency of literacy instruction. Promotes a love of reading culture across the school through leadership of different initiatives. Assists the Principal, Elementary Principal and Middle/High School Principal, and Associate Principal (Curriculum) with literacy policy development and overall effectiveness of the program. Leads on the development of parent workshop opportunities which engage parents to be active partners in the development of core literacy skills in Arabic and English. Oversees the functioning of the library and supports the procurement of books and library resources.

Teaching

Uses allocated student contact time to model best practice in literacy instruction, support staff professional development and pilot new approaches and resources. Leads, coordinates and delivers targeted interventions which result in accelerated student progress and contribute to the closing of the attainment gap. Leads, coordinates and delivers enrichment activities for students who are above proficiency in Arabic and English Language in partnership with the Lead for Gifted & Talented/More Able

Continuing Professional Development

Keeps under review colleagues' methods of literacy instruction and program of work. Leads on the development and delivery of professional development events and resources that reflect the latest research, standards, and policy in literacy instruction. Conducts and stays abreast of subject area research to remain current with the latest developments in literacy and works collaboratively in sharing these resources. Participates in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher.

Curriculum Development

Leads and manages literacy across the curriculum resource development. Embeds UAE heritage and culture within the literacy curriculum. Oversees the vertical alignment of the English and Arabic curricular approaches to ensure consistency of the student experience.

As a broad guideline, the time allocation to fulfil the varied responsibilities of the role will include:

50% monitoring, mentoring, and coaching staff across all subjects on literacy across the curriculum instructional strategies. 30% direct student contact time through teaching and the delivery of interventions, as outlined above. 10% focused on parental engagement and professional development. 10% partnership working and development.

Position Requirements:

Education

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Bachelor's Degree in Education, English Language and Literature, Linguistics or similar relevant degree and a recognized Teaching Qualification/License. Additional qualifications in literacy foundational skills and effective interventions for older students will be advantageous.

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience working in recognized school / international school environments preferred. A minimum of 3 years' experience and proven track record of delivering impact in a leadership or management role.

What We Offer

Teaching Staff are offered two-year contracts, which can be extended by further periods of up to two years, on the recommendation of the Principal.


Salaries are awarded on the basis of experience and qualifications and will be appointed to a specific point on the Dubai Schools' salary scale. We regularly review our salary scales, which are structured to enable ongoing development and progression.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary Employment visa Taaleem provided accommodation or housing allowance Medical insurance for self, spouse, and two children Annual flight allowance for self Relocation allowance Tuition Fee Discount
Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

About

Taaleem

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Taaleem

Century Plaza, Jumeira Beach Road, Jumeira, Dubai
76691
United Arab Emirates

+971 349 8806###

About Taaleem

Taaleem is the second largest provider of education in the region and a group that has an absolute focus on education. As a Taaleem teacher, you will join one of the largest, most respected education providers in the United Arab Emirates. Taaleem (which means 'education' in Arabic) was established in 2004 and now has over 27,000 students attending our diverse portfolio of international schools, pre-schools and public-private partnership schools across the UAE. With quality at the forefront of our offering, we tailor each project to answer the specific educational requirements of a wide range of families by offering top international curricula including British, American, the International Baccalaureate and our custom early childhood programme.



Taaleem is also one of the Middle East's leading IB workshop providers for PYP, MYP, DP and CP. Taaleem is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents.



Taaleem seeks to raise the educational standards in the region. The combined experience of its core team of senior education leaders in international education policy, operations and global management best practices means Taaleem is well positioned to ensure the creative of truly exceptional schools that satisfy the most comprehensive and exacting education developmental requirements.


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Taaleem is committed to:

Equipping children in the region holistically with the skills, knowledge and character to compete globally Offering a comprehensive range of outstanding international curricula Designing, building and managing the best educational facilities Creating and implementing benchmark educational initiatives Nurturing educational excellence through the attraction, retention and development of the best educators Continuously evaluating and improving standards across our schools Establishing our schools as valued cornerstones of their communities


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Opportunities at Taaleem

The Taaleem family of schools are a truly values-driven organisation and always happy to receive applications from 'outstanding' teachers, including KG, Early Years and Primary and Secondary Specialists. We are also looking to hear from experienced professionals interested in joining our support functions within our schools and Central Office.



We recruit the very best international teachers who can deliver our international curricula in a creative, collaborative, and highly engaging manner. Taaleem is committed to inspiring young minds and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents. Due to our rigorous approvals systems in the UAE please be aware of the requirements for teachers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Candidates must hold a recognised teaching qualification, e.g. Bachelor's of Education or PGCE to gain KHDA and ADEK approval.



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History of Taaleem

The origins of Taaleem began in 2004 when Beacon Education, a school management company was set up to develop and run high quality education projects. Beacon Education was created to meet the need for top-quality schools as the region's population continues to grow.



Our first schools opened in September 2005 and two years later, His Excellency Nasser Hassan Al-Shaikh, Chairman of the Board of Taaleem, spearheaded a major ongoing investment in Beacon Education by National Bonds, a Dubai-based private joint stock company with around 50% ownership by the Government of Dubai.



Taaleem is the assumed name through which we will continue to deliver our promise to inspire students and help them to identify and develop their passions and talents.