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English Teacher - Al Ain British Academy (AY 2024-2025)
- Licensed Teacher
- Bachelor
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planning for outstanding teaching and learning, in line with the schools Teaching and Learning Policy, through:
- Creating a climate for learning that is conducive for 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 in accordance with the school’s ‘Behaviour for Learning Policy’ and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, 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, in accordance with the school’s Marking Policy;
- Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records; using performance data to inform planning, student learning and progress;
- Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies, department 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
- Meeting 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.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor Degree of 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 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 inter-personal/communication skills and organisation skills
- Knowledge of current developments in education
- Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
- Teaching across ability range with proven success
- Experience of 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
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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To be discussed after the interview.
Aldar Academies are 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 astro-turf field, two swimming pools, 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 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 pupil, 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 own tourist attractions in the form of Al Ain Zoo, Jebel Hafeet mountain, 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.
Al Ain Academy is a welcoming, vibrant learning community. A forward-thinking school that aims to not only help our students grow academically, but also prepare them to be active, confident, and caring members of our society.
We pride ourselves in nurturing a truly international community, where students can excel academically and succeed in all areas of school life whilst maintaining principles and values, such as mutual respect and responsibility. We provide a top-quality education from Nursery to Year 13.
Vision
To develop academically excellent, creative, and confident young adults with the skills and passion to contribute to a better society.
Mission
To encourage and support outstanding academic performance, with all students maximizing their potential.
To provide a high-quality, future-focused curriculum that embeds the skills and knowledge required for a changing world.
To foster a happy community that believes in fairness, respect for others, and the value of collaboration.
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