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<div>Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Homeroom Teacher for Al Rayana Charter School in Abu Dhabi for a January 2026 start.
Al Rayana Charter School is an American curriculum, mixed gender primary school located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create &ldquo;A sustainable and innovative learning community, where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity&rdquo;. This vision is supported by the Al Rayana Learner and Teacher DNA which is at the heart of the school community.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.
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.</div>
 <div>Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification
</li></ul>Minimum Experience:
<ul><li>Minimum 1- 2 years Teaching experience
</li></ul>Job Specifics, Knowledge &amp; Skills:
<ul><li>Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
</li><li>Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
</li><li>A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
</li><li>Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
</li><li>Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic background
</li><li>A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
</li><li>A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check
</li><li>The incumbent requires to reside in the same Emirate of the school assigned to
</li></ul>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.</div>
 <div>Job Purpose:
To be able to teach in an inspiring, and inclusive way, enabling independence, so that every child makes as much progress as possible; to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school and wider community; and to provide high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.
Main Duties:
To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Roles and responsibilities include:
<ul><li>Teamwork and collaboration
</li><li>To be a good communicator at all levels.
</li><li>Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
</li><li>Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet requirements of the curriculum.
</li><li>Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly.
</li><li>Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
</li><li>Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children&rsquo;s development.
</li></ul>Specific Duties:
Teaching and Learning:
<ul><li>Clear understanding of the Curriculum.
</li><li>Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
</li><li>Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
</li><li>Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
</li><li>Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments.
</li><li>Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.
</li><li>Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
</li><li>Ensure the Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum
</li></ul>Assessment and Data:
<ul><li>Taking responsibility for the progress of a class.
</li><li>Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student&rsquo;s development using Target Tracker.
</li><li>Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention.
</li><li>Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student&rsquo;s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings
</li></ul>Behaviour Management and Duties:
<ul><li>Follow the school&rsquo;s behaviour policy.
</li><li>Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students&rsquo; needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
</li><li>Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school&rsquo;s behavioural policy.
</li><li>Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils.
</li><li>Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
</li><li>Carry out duties as directed and within the school&rsquo;s policy.
</li></ul>Wider Professional Responsibilities:
<ul><li>To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
</li><li>Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
</li><li>Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student&rsquo;s achievements and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.
</li><li>Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
</li><li>Run a weekly ECA each term.</li></ul></div>

Teacher - Homeroom - Alrayana Charter School

<div>Aldar Academies are seeking a Teacher of Arabic (Non-Native) (Maternity Cover) for Bateen World Academy commencing in January 2026.
Located in the center of the city of Abu Dhabi, Bateen World Academy is a hugely popular school based in a vibrant community. The school is a high-achieving British and IB World School, recognised for excellence and consistently exceeding IB Diploma global averages while achieving outstanding I/GCSE results. As an established and outstanding institution, the school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) from FS1 to Year 6, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) in Years 12 and 13. This provides the community with a seamless, all-through school experience from FS1 to Year 13, combining the best of PYP, UK, and IB pathways.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.
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.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification.
</li></ul>Minimum Experience
<ul><li>Minimum 1- 2 years Teaching experience
</li></ul>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
<ul><li>Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language
</li><li>Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
</li><li>A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children
</li><li>Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
</li><li>Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic back-ground
</li><li>A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
</li><li>A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check</li></ul></div>
 <div>Main Responsibilities:
<ul><li>To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.
</li></ul><ul><li>Roles and responsibilities include:
</li></ul><ul><li>Teamwork and collaboration
</li></ul><ul><li>To be a good communicator at all levels.
</li></ul><ul><li>Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
</li></ul><ul><li>Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet requirements of the curriculum.
</li></ul><ul><li>Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly.
</li></ul><ul><li>Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
</li></ul><ul><li>Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children's development.
</li></ul>Teaching and learning:
<ul><li>Clear understanding of the Curriculum.
</li></ul><ul><li>Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
</li></ul><ul><li>Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
</li></ul><ul><li>Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
</li></ul><ul><li>Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments.
</li></ul><ul><li>Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.
</li></ul><ul><li>Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure the Bateen World Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum
</li></ul>Assessment and data:
<ul><li>Taking responsibility for the progress of a class.
</li></ul><ul><li>Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student's development using Target Tracker.
</li></ul><ul><li>Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention.
</li></ul><ul><li>Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student's progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings
</li></ul>Behaviour management and duties:
<ul><li>Follow the school's behaviour policy.
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students' needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school's behavioural policy.
</li></ul><ul><li>Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils.
</li></ul><ul><li>Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out duties as directed and within the school's policy.
</li></ul>Wider professional responsibilities:
<ul><li>To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.
</li></ul><ul><li>Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student's achievements and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.
</li></ul><ul><li>Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
</li></ul><ul><li>Run a weekly ECA each term.</li></ul></div>

Teacher - Arabic Non-Native - Bateen World Academy - (Maternity Cover - January 2026)

<div>Aldar Education is currently seeking an inspirational school leader for the position of Principal at Mubarak Bin Mohammed (Cycle 2&amp;3 ) Charter School within the UAE, commencing January 2026 or sooner by appointment.
Aldar Education is the leading education group in Abu Dhabi. We provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. Aldar Education aims to be your employer of choice. We educate over 34,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, and as we grow, so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders and employees across the group.
Working collaboratively, our purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s government. Today, Aldar Education&rsquo;s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.
We currently employ over 1,400 teachers to deliver the English National Curriculum, the highly regarded American Massachusetts State Curriculum, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, all with an international dimension.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications
<ul><li>BA in Education or BA Degree with a relevant teaching qualification is essential
</li>Master&rsquo;s in education or a similar leadership qualification is essential 
<li>
</li></ul>Minimum Experience
<ul><li>A minimum of 10 years experience in education
</li><li>A minimum of 5 years experience in a senior leadership position
</li><li>Experience working in an American curriculum setting
</li>Proven track record of school improvement 
<li>
</li></ul>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skill
<ul><li>Ability to establish positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including the Board and Strategic Governance Group is essential
</li>Ability to understand the operational and financial requirements to manage a successful school is essential 
<li>
</li></ul>WHAT WE OFFER:
Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 34,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.
Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.
Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenges and opportunities that we have to offer.
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.</div>
 <div><ul><li>Strategic, operational, and financial responsibility for the school
</li><li>Strategic direction and leadership of school improvement
</li><li>Provide inspiring and purposeful leadership for the staff, students, and the wider community
</li><li>To develop a school improvement plan founded on a secure understanding of data and classroom observation
</li><li>Monitor and evaluate the performance of the school and the quality of teaching and learning
</li><li>Continue to maintain an environment that promotes and secures outstanding teaching, effective learning, high standards of achievement and good behaviour.
</li><li>Develop and maintain effective links with the community including business and industry, to extend the curriculum and enhance teaching and learning
</li><li>Improve the existing system for the management of staff performance, incorporating target setting and individual development plans
</li><li>Continue to develop an organisation in which all staff feel valued and recognise that they are accountable for the success of the school</li></ul></div>

Principal - Mubarak Bin Mohammed (Cycle 2&3) Charter School

<div>Aldar Education is currently seeking a Head of Phase - Foundation Stage for Mamoura British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing in January 2026.
This is an out of class Primary Leadership Team role where the successful candidate will be responsible for a phase within the school alongside some whole school responsibilities to drive school improvement and raise standards.
Mamoura British Academy is a British curriculum school with a Lower, Middle and Senior School model located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create &lsquo;A sustainable and innovative learning community, where we nurture our learners through our bespoke Mamoura British Academy DNA&rsquo;.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.
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.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualification
<ul><li>A Bachelor degree in Education or a Bachelor of Arts with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
</li></ul>Minimum Experience
<ul><li>Minimum 3 years teaching experience in the English National Curriculum
</li></ul>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
 Experience of leading a team and driving school change is essential
<ul><li>Experience within EYFS is essential
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong inter-personal skills
</li></ul><ul><li>A commitment to School Vision and Mission Statement
</li></ul><ul><li>Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)</li></ul></div>
 <div>Qualities and Attributes:
<ul><li>A hardworking, dedicated, and resilient leader with a genuine passion for early years provision and school improvement.
</li></ul><ul><li>A supportive and approachable team player who fosters collaboration and motivates others to achieve shared goals.
</li></ul><ul><li>An excellent communicator, able to build trust and work effectively with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider school community.
</li></ul><ul><li>A strong commitment to developing positive relationships and ensuring the wellbeing and success of every child.
</li></ul><ul><li>A forward-thinking practitioner who strives for excellence, driving progress and innovation within their phase and across the school.
 </li></ul>Main Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Lead the phase team in contributing to the vision and strategic direction of the school, ensuring alignment with the school&rsquo;s Key Drivers, School Development Plan and USPs.
</li></ul><ul><li>Drive and lead initiatives that secure continuous school improvement, creating innovative and effective approaches that raise standards across the phase.
</li></ul><ul><li>Establish and communicate a clear, ambitious vision for the phase that promotes innovative learning experiences and consistently high-quality outcomes.
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead the MER (Monitoring, Evaluation, and Review) process across the phase, ensuring rigorous quality assurance of teaching, learning, and standards.
</li></ul><ul><li>Inspire the team to design and deliver learning opportunities that are innovative, purposeful, challenging, and responsive to the needs of all learners.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure pastoral care and wellbeing systems are consistently and effectively implemented, fostering a culture of care and respect within the phase.
</li></ul><ul><li>Line manage and support Heads of Year, providing clear direction, accountability, and professional growth opportunities.
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead the process of data collection, analysis, and interpretation, guiding the team to identify patterns, address gaps, and plan effective interventions.
</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure the delivery of high-quality interventions across the phase that support and challenge all groups of students to achieve their potential.
</li></ul><ul><li>Promote dynamic, creative and purposeful learning environments in line with the school&rsquo;s USP.
</li></ul><ul><li>Lead the development and promotion of industry partnerships that enhance learning experiences and align with the school&rsquo;s vision.
</li></ul><ul><li>Take an active leadership role in supporting the retention and enrolment strategy, with a particular focus on Foundation Stage provision.
</li></ul><ul><li>Drive the professional development of staff within the phase by leading high-impact PD sessions, coaching, team teaching, and sharing best practice (including ECTs).
</li></ul>Leadership Qualities &amp; Expectations:
<ul><li>A confident and inspirational leader who sets and models the highest expectations for staff and students.
</li></ul><ul><li>Able to hold their team to account with fairness and clarity, ensuring consistency and high standards across the phase.
</li></ul><ul><li>Committed to nurturing talent, supporting professional growth, and encouraging career development within their team
</li></ul><ul><li>A reflective and strategic thinker who drives continuous improvement and innovation in teaching and learning.
</li></ul><ul><li>Dedicated to maintaining and raising standards as we work collectively towards achieving and sustaining Outstanding provision.</li></ul></div>

Phase Level Lead (PLL) - Foundation Stage - Mamoura British Academy (January 2026)

<div>Aldar Education is currently seeking a Manager - Islamic Studies &amp; UAE Social Studies to support our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.
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.
Working collaboratively, our education network&rsquo;s purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s government. Today, Aldar Education&rsquo;s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.
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.
The Manager &ndash; Islamic Studies &amp; UAE Social Studies will play a pivotal role in leading curriculum, assessment, and pedagogical excellence across Aldar schools. Reporting directly to the School Improvement Partner (SIP) for MOE subjects, the postholder will ensure the highest standards of teaching, learning, and compliance, fully aligned with Aldar&rsquo;s strategic priorities and national expectations.
This role requires an experienced education leader with a proven track record of effective school and curriculum management in the UAE, UK, USA, or other international contexts. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong cultural intelligence, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate productively with directors, principals, teachers, and parents. Visible leadership, credibility, and the capacity to act as an ambassador for Aldar are essential, alongside sound commercial awareness of the private school sector.
The Manager will lead curriculum design, implementation, and cyclical review for Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies, ensuring vertical progression and meaningful cross-curricular connections to National Identity, heritage, and UAE history. They will design robust assessment systems, drive moderation and quality assurance, and ensure the effective use of data to improve attainment and progress across schools.
Additionally, the Manager will be responsible for building teacher capacity through professional learning, developing subject networks, and fostering innovation in pedagogy. The role also involves working closely with cultural partners (such as the National Archives and the Department of Culture and Tourism) to enrich curriculum experiences, while ensuring full compliance with MOE and ADEK frameworks and safeguarding requirements.
This position offers a unique opportunity to influence student outcomes across a network of schools, contribute to inspection readiness, and champion Aldar&rsquo;s mission of providing world-class education rooted in Emirati culture, values, and national identity.</div> <div></div> <div></div>

Manager - UAE Social Studies & Islamic Studies - Aldar Education

<div>Aldar Education is currently seeking a Manager - Arabic to support our growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.
The Manager &ndash; Arabic will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Arabic education across Aldar schools. Based at Headquarters, the postholder will set the K&ndash;12 vision and roadmap for Arabic A (native) and Arabic B (non-native) provision, ensuring alignment with MOE standards, ADEK frameworks, and Aldar&rsquo;s values and National Identity priorities.
The role is responsible for translating strategy into actionable improvement plans with measurable KPIs, leading curriculum and assessment design, ensuring quality assurance and compliance, and supporting schools to deliver dynamic, innovative, and high-impact Arabic learning experiences. The Manager will oversee assessment, moderation, and data analysis to drive attainment and progress, while also establishing professional learning networks and capacity-building programs for leaders and teachers.
A key dimension of the role will be to support the Arabic Centre of Excellence (CoE) initiative, contributing to its mission of innovating Arabic pedagogy, developing high-quality resources, leading flagship competitions, and strengthening research and professional development that raise standards of Arabic education across the Aldar network and beyond.
In addition, the role will strengthen stakeholder engagement, building partnerships with cultural and educational entities, and acting as a trusted advisor to HODs, and teaching teams. As part of the central School Improvement team, the Manager will ensure that Arabic pedagogy across Aldar schools reflects global best practice while preserving the UAE&rsquo;s culture, heritage, and identity.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Arabic with postgraduate qualifications in teaching (e.g., PGCE).
</li></ul>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Arabic and Teaching Qualification, e.g., PGCE / BA in Education / Diploma in Education.
Minimum Experience:
At least 4 years&rsquo; experience in a Middle or Senior Manager/Leader within a school setting and or the education sector.
Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills:
<ul><li>Excellent Arabic communication skills, written and oral.
</li><li>Competent English communication skills, written and oral.
</li><li>Attention to detail with diligent follow up, and able to execute in a timely manner.
</li><li>Skilled in multi-tasking, meeting deadlines and handling pressure.
</li><li>Organizational ability, of self and others.
</li><li>Collaborative team member.
</li><li>Creativity and presentational skills.
</li><li>Forethought and forward planning.
</li><li>Capable of influencing people and talented in networking with cultural sensitivity.
</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and intercultural awareness.
</li><li>Strong and consistent supervisory skills.
</li><li>Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
</li></ul>What We Offer
Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow, so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school and educational leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including a range of benefits. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff, so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training.
Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.
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 dedicated to our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application to 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.</div>
 <div>Main Duties:
Strategic leadership &amp; governance:
<ul><li>Set the K&ndash;12 vision and roadmap for Arabic A &amp; B, aligned to MOE standards, ADEK frameworks, Aldar values, and National Identity priorities.
</li><li>Translate strategy into annual improvement plans with clear KPIs, milestones, and risk/mitigation.
</li><li>Work as part of the wider HQ school-improvement team to enhance provision and ensure innovative, high-impact Arabic pedagogy across schools.
 </li><li>HQ-produced Arabic materials where needed.
</li></ul>Curriculum design &amp; implementation:
<ul><li>Lead development and cyclical review of curriculum frameworks, progression maps, scope &amp; sequences, and model units for EY&ndash;G12.
</li><li>Secure vertical progression (from phonological awareness/phonics and early literacy to morphology, syntax, discourse, and literature) and cross-curricular links (e.g., National Identity, UAE culture and history).
</li><li>Curate/adopt high-quality resources, text anthologies, and digital platforms; publish guidance for schemes of work and lesson planning.
</li></ul>Assessment, moderation &amp; data impact:
<ul><li>Design a coherent assessment strategy (diagnostic placement for A/B, formative checks, summative/common termly assessments) with robust item banks and analytic rubrics for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
</li><li>Lead standardisation and moderation; quality-assure grading and evidence of learning.
</li><li>Build data dashboards and run impact reviews of attainment/progress; identify gaps and commission targeted interventions.
</li><li>Benchmark outcomes against internal targets and external expectations (e.g., inspection indicators and relevant external exams where applicable).
</li></ul>Quality assurance &amp; school review:
<ul><li>Lead subject-specific reviews (lesson observations, work scrutiny/portfolios, student voice, data triangulation) and issue action-focused reports.
</li><li>Support inspection readiness and drive follow-through on post-review actions with HODs.
</li></ul>Professional learning &amp; capability building:
<ul><li>Establish Arabic subject networks/PLCs and deliver targeted PD tied to curriculum rollouts and assessment literacy (balanced literacy, phonics, writing workshop, adaptive teaching for Arabic B).
</li><li>Produce exemplars, moderation portfolios, micro-credentials, and implementation guides, coach middle leaders on change management.
</li></ul>Stakeholder engagement &amp; partnerships:
<ul><li>Coordinate with cultural partners (e.g., National Archives, DCT) to enrich Arabic through authentic texts, competitions, and enrichment (poetry, spelling bee, creative writing).
</li></ul>Specific Duties:
<ul><li>Translate Arabic strategy into annual improvement plans with KPIs, milestones, and risk-mitigation actions.
</li><li>Contribute to Aldar&rsquo;s wider school improvement strategy by aligning Arabic initiatives with inspection frameworks, ADEK/MOE compliance, and Aldar&rsquo;s National Identity priorities.
</li><li>Ensure vertical progression and integration of Arabic with cross-curricular areas such as UAE heritage, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies.
</li><li>Lead standardisation and moderation of Arabic assessments to ensure fairness, reliability, and consistency across schools.
</li><li>Design and deliver targeted professional development programs linked to curriculum roll-outs, assessment systems, and pedagogy.
</li><li>Support the development and delivery of the Arabic CoE strategy, including flagship initiatives such as literacy research, Arabic phonics stories, and student competitions (e.g., Poet of Aldar, Spelling Bee, Creative Writing).</li></ul></div>

Manager - Arabic - Aldar Education

<div>Aldar Academies is currently seeking an Upper Elementary Homeroom Teacher with Head of Subject Leadership Opportunities at Yas American Academy on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, commencing immediately.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.
Yas American Academy opened in September 2016 providing high quality education to the Emirate. The children are taught the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum - tailored to be meaningful to children attending the school, alongside the local curriculum of Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium and outdoor play areas.
We provide a warm, friendly and supportive environment where students enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.
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.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Minimum of a Bachelor degree and/ or PGCE Education
</li><li>Experience in an international school is an advantage
</li></ul>Minimum Experience:
<ul><li>Minimum of 2 years experience
</li><li>Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language is an advantage
</li></ul>Job specific knowledge and skills:
<ul><li>Knowledge of Common Core curriculum , however not essential as training will be provided.
</li><li>Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations relating to curriculum, assessment and compliance would be advantageous
</li></ul>Personal/ Leadership Qualities:
<ul><li>Commitment to the ideals of international education
</li><li>Ability to prioritize projects and tasks
</li><li>Ability to initiate and manage change in the work environment
</li><li>Ability to identify problems, achieve effective solutions, resolve conflict, motivate staff and foster collaboration, and promote sound decision making
</li><li>Flexibility, patience and egalitarian approach
</li></ul>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.</div>
 <div>The purpose of this post is to contribute to the Department as a team player through collaboration and the development of best pedagogical practices. Teachers at Yas American Academy are responsible to have overall responsibility for maximizing learning opportunities for all students within the Department; teachers will have a positive impact on the whole school development through the delivery of high-quality outcomes for all students. 
Responsibilities
<ul><li>Assist academy in achieving its overall vision and strategic intentions and to contribute to the achievement of relevant targets as set out in the academy's improvement plan and self-evaluation form
</li><li>Comply with regulations pertaining to health and safety at work legislation and adhere to academy policies relating to safe working practice and equal opportunities regulations
</li><li>Comply with the academy's Performance Management Policy ensuring challenging annual targets are set and to fulfil the role of performance management reviewer if directed to do so by the Principal
</li><li>Engage in annual training linked to child protection, safeguarding and health and safety together with all training deemed appropriate for the purpose of academy improvement or performance management
</li><li>Comply with the academy's computer Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) at all times
</li><li>Attend all staff briefings/Professional Development Activities
</li><li>Oversee the development and refreshing of curriculum unit planning within the faculty department
</li><li>Create a climate that is conducive for outstanding Learning and Teaching by serving as a pedagogical coach and mentor of faculty in line with the school's performance management framework
</li><li>Identifying clear learning objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed
</li><li>Setting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest
</li><li>Setting appropriate and demanding targets and expectations
</li><li>Identifying SEN or very able students
</li><li>Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge
</li><li>Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study
</li><li>Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and therefore deliver differentiated learning - matched to need
</li><li>Ensuring effective teaching and best use of available time
</li><li>Maintaining an effective learning environment in accordance with the academy's procedures and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework
</li><li>Apply a variety of teaching methods to:
</li><li>use effective questioning and listen carefully to students
</li><li>select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, I.C.T. and other learning technologies
</li><li>Ensuring students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught
</li><li>Evaluating own and others teaching critically to improve effectiveness
</li><li>Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support
</li></ul>Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
<ul><li>Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching;
</li><li>Mark and monitor students' work and set targets for progress
</li><li>Using performance data to inform planning and therefore ensuring the Learning and Teaching continue to 'add value
</li><li>Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and areas for development, inform planning and recognize the level at which the student is achieving
</li><li>Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies, departmental and academy procedures
</li><li>Prepare and present informative reports to parents</li></ul></div>

Teacher - Upper Elementary with Head of Subject Leadership Opportunities (Yas American Academy)

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