English Teacher [Diyar Dibba Boys Campus]

Role Summary

The English Teacher at Diyar Schools delivers high-quality instruction that develops students’ literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. The role requires strong subject knowledge, effective classroom practice, and a commitment to student growth through purposeful teaching, assessment, and feedback within a US standards-based curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons aligned to US standards and school curriculum expectations.
• Apply principles of backward design (Understanding by Design) to ensure coherence between learning outcomes, instruction, and assessment.
• Teach reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through purposeful, student-centered instruction.
• Promote critical thinking, analysis, creativity, and effective communication.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English language learners and students requiring additional support.

Assessment & Feedback

• Use a range of formative and summative assessments to evaluate learning and inform instruction.
• Track and monitor student progress using assessment evidence and performance data.
• Provide timely, specific, and constructive feedback to support growth and achievement.
• Support standards-based assessment and reporting practices, as required.

Learning Environment

• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that supports positive behavior and academic success.
• Establish clear expectations and routines that maximize learning time and student responsibility.
• Encourage students to take ownership of their learning and demonstrate academic integrity.

Collaboration & Professional Practice

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support vertical and horizontal alignment of standards-based instruction.
• Contribute to department planning, resource development, and school-wide literacy initiatives.
• Engage in professional development, reflective practice, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Performance Expectations

• Strong student engagement and participation in English learning
• Evidence of student growth and achievement in literacy outcomes
• Effective lesson planning, instruction, assessment, and feedback practices
• Positive contributions to team culture and curriculum development
• Full compliance with school policies and UAE educational requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or a related field
• Qualified Teacher Status / Teaching certification (home country or equivalent)
• MOE Equivalency and Teacher License (or eligibility to obtain these)
• Strong subject knowledge in English language and literature
• Demonstrated understanding of US standards-based curriculum and backward design (UbD)
• Proven ability to deliver effective literacy instruction and inspire student learning
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to professional growth and ethical practice
• English proficiency requirement: IELTS Academic score of 8.0+ OR Native English speaker

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• Do you have an IELTS score of 8+, OR are you a native English speaker?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• US Curriculum: 2 years (Preferred)
• Teaching (English): 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• degree in English or Literature (Required)