English Language Teacher

The main responsibilities for this role include:

• Model and support a learner-centered, hands-on classroom environment that promotes learner engagement and participation.
• Ensure that students reach the expected age-related outcomes for English.
• Gain an understanding of working with Arab youth who will learn English as a second language.
• Create a positive, active, language-rich learning environment.
• Support the learning process by identifying needs and guiding students to achieve their learning objectives.
• Ensure assessments are delivered according to the assessment strategy and guidelines, in a valid and rigorous manner.
• Maintain an accurate record of student achievement and performance.
• Create positive and effective relationships with colleagues.
• Work extra hours to provide extra-curricular activities.
• Travel as required to events, training and provide cover away from their school.
• Be smart and always present a positive image of themselves and the English Department.
• Integrate with colleagues from different cultures.
• Perform all aspects of their role with an understanding of the wider strategy.
• Plan effectively and manage their workload.
• Gain the confidence and respect of Emirati personnel at all levels.

Skills

3+ years of full-time teaching experience (if having no Teachers License).

2+ years of full-time teaching experience (if holding a certified teaching license) for non- UAE Nationals.

- License Required: UAE TLS / MOE Teaching License; United Kingdom QTS or EYTS; Ireland Registered member of the teaching council; Scotland Full professional registration; UAE Professional Educational License; Canada Teaching License; New Zealand Fully Certified Teacher; Australia - Fully Registered Teacher.

- Bachelor's degree (English, Languages, Linguistics + CELTA) or related field.

- Possess excellent knowledge of the subject matter.

- Excellent level of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT Language proficiency test required or an equivalent to it. Expats score of 94-109 required, UAE nationals score of 79-93 required)

- Experience with second language learners.

- Experience with international curricula (SAT, AP, IGCSE, A-level).

- Maturity, intelligence, energy, and a good sense of humor.

- Diplomacy and tact, Outstanding initiative, and enthusiasm.

- Moral courage, integrity, patience, resilience, and flexibility.

- Strong interpersonal skills.

- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

- Awareness of and sensitivity to Islamic culture.

Education

English Language Teaching, TESOL, Linguistics, English literature