Primary Teacher (Temporary Cover-Six Months) - Muna British Academy, Abu Dhabi

at  Muna British AcademyUnited Arab Emirates

JOB OVERVIEW

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Primary Teacher (temporary cover-6 months contract) for Muna British Academy, Abu Dhabi commencing immediately.
Muna British Academy is in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi and was recently rated ‘Outstanding’ by ADEK - Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) Serving over 700 students from Nursery – Year 6 we follow the National Curriculum of England.
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 Primary Education or post teaching qualification (PGCE or similar in Primary).
• Minimum Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience teaching the England National curriculum (ENC). NQTs/fresh graduates with relevant education qualifications in primary are also welcome to apply.

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Experience working with students whom English is not their first language (EAL) students.
• Mandatory experience teaching the England National Curriculum.
• To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
• 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.
• Warmth, empathy, credibility, self-belief, integrity, drive and child centered.
• To be able to prioritize workload and multitask.
• IT Literate and familiar with online technologies to aid in 21st century teaching.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi-cultural environment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 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. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and 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 challenge 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.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT AND DUTIES:

• Follow the school’s established policies and procedures, e.g., behavior, code of conduct and child safeguarding policy.
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary, within the school’s established policies.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behavior, which are expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations of good conduct, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.
• To ensure a safe and secure environment that allows for appropriate social, emotional, and academic growth for all students.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s established policies.

WIDER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to the team.
• Support in organizing and taking part in school events, outings and extra-curricular activities (ECAs).
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student’s achievements and well-being using school systems/processes as appropriate.
• Run a weekly ECA each term.
• Take initiative of own professional development to secure high quality teaching and for successful execution of roles and responsibilities.