Job Description

Aldar Education is currently seeking an outstanding Teacher - Humanities for Yas American Academy in Abu Dhabi to start in January 2026..


Yas American Academy proudly a part of Aldar Education and situated on the vibrant Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, stands as the newest flagship school for the Aldar Schools brand. Nestled in a community that offers proximity to various amenities, entertainment options, and a vibrant international environment, Yas American Academy creates an enriching and convenient backdrop for families seeking a world-class education.


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.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in the related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification. Documents must be attested.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum 1- 2 years Teaching experience.

Job Specifics, Knowledge & Skills:

Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first language. Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child. A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children. Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities. A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life. A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check. The incumbent requires to reside in the same Emirate of the school assigned to.
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.

Main Duties:

To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Roles and responsibilities include:

Teamwork and collaboration. To be a good communicator at all levels. Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community. Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet requirements of the curriculum. Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly. Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children. Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children's development.

Specific Duties:

Teaching and Learning:

Clear understanding of the Curriculum. Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment. Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class. Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching. Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.

Assessment and Data:

Taking responsibility for the progress of a class. Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student's development using Target Tracker. Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention. Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student's progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behaviour Management and Duties:

Follow the school's behaviour policy. Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students' needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners. Carry out duties as directed and within the school's policy.

Wider Professional Responsibilities:

To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team. Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student's achievements and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate. Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school. * Run a weekly ECA each term.