Aldar Academies is actively hiring for the job role of Primary Teacher for Al Ain British Academy commencing on September 2024. Candidate must have a secure knowledge of teaching the English National Curriculum and latest developments. Potential candidate 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. The successful candidate will be closely aligned with academy core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.
Responsibilities of Primary Teacher
- 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 progres.s
- 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, in.
- Take part in subject development by producing, reviewing and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work.
- Keep subject knowledge up to date through CPD and professional reading.
- Cover for absent colleagues.
- Any other duties as assigned by the SLT.
Job Requirements
The requirements for the job role of Primary Teacher are as under:
- Bachelor of Education or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject with PGCE in Primary Education or other teacher qualification.
- Minimum of 1 2 years’ experience as a Classroom Teacher in the English Curriculum.
Skills & Knowledge Desired
- 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.