Arabic and Islamic Teacher - Primary School
Posted date [2026-05-06]
(ID: 44929)
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Aldar Education is a leading education provider in the UAE, delivering inclusive, sustainable, and innovative learning experiences that inspire students and support community development. The organization offers a diverse portfolio of educational brands, covering all stages from early years to adult learning, with a wide range of curricula across multiple locations in Abu Dhabi and beyond. With a mix of owned and managed schools, Aldar Education ensures high standards in teaching, modern facilities, and a supportive environment for students, educators, and staff, maintaining a strong commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.... |
Job Snapshot
Role: Arabic and Islamic Teacher - Primary School
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Arabic and Islamic Teacher - Primary School in Abu Dhabi, UAE is a meaningful Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for a dedicated educator who can deliver engaging Arabic and Islamic lessons while supporting students in developing language skills, religious understanding, cultural awareness, values, and positive learning habits. This role is ideal for a teacher who can create an inclusive classroom environment, support student progress, and contribute to an American Curriculum school community focused on collaboration, leadership, and creativity.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 10000-17000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Arabic and Islamic Teacher - Primary School role supports high-quality teaching and learning at Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi. The teacher will plan and deliver structured Arabic and Islamic education lessons that help students build language confidence, cultural identity, moral awareness, and responsible behaviour.
This position requires a reflective and collaborative educator who can support learners across the full ability range, use assessment information to improve planning, and communicate effectively with parents, carers, colleagues, and curriculum support staff. The successful candidate will also contribute to classroom learning, student wellbeing, safeguarding practice, and the wider life of the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver inspiring Arabic and Islamic lessons that support strong academic and personal outcomes.
* Plan, prepare, and present learning sessions aligned with curriculum requirements and student needs.
* Support students in developing Arabic language skills, Islamic knowledge, moral values, cultural awareness, and respectful behaviour.
* Organise classroom provision, learning resources, and displays to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
* Use enthusiastic and imaginative teaching methods to motivate pupils and encourage active participation.
* Work alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons and support consistent curriculum delivery.
* Support the full ability range through differentiated instruction and inclusive classroom practice.
* Observe, assess, and record student progress in line with school assessment expectations.
* Use Target Tracker and assessment data to guide future planning, classroom provision, and intervention.
* Reflect on classroom practice, lessons taught, student progress, and curriculum delivery to improve outcomes.
* Work cooperatively with curriculum support staff and external professionals where required.
* Communicate clearly with parents and carers about student achievement, progress, and wellbeing.
* Follow the school behaviour policy and use approaches that inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
* Maintain positive relationships with students while promoting self-control, independence, respect, and responsible learning habits.
* Use CPOMS and school systems where appropriate to communicate student achievement, wellbeing, or safeguarding concerns.
* Participate in curriculum action groups, planning, assessment, resources, and special events.
* Support school outings, activities, evening events, weekend events, and wider school initiatives when required.
* Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.
* Uphold safeguarding, child protection, professional conduct, and all school policy requirements.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s Degree in Arabic Education or Bachelor’s Degree in Islamic Education.
* PGCE or another recognised teacher qualification in a related subject.
* Minimum 1-2 years of teaching experience in Arabic and Islamic education.
* Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
* Clear understanding of curriculum delivery, classroom assessment, and student progress support.
* Ability to teach Arabic and Islamic Studies with patience, clarity, structure, and care.
* Strong communication skills with students, parents, carers, colleagues, and the wider school community.
* Collaborative approach with the flexibility to work across teams and support shared goals.
* Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
* High level of professionalism and consideration for student wellbeing.
* Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities.
* Respect for all members of the school community regardless of position, gender, age, or ethnic background.
* Positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
* Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police clearance.
* Ability to reside in the same Emirate as the assigned school.
Skills Set
* Arabic language teaching
* Islamic education
* American Curriculum school support
* Moral and values education
* Cultural awareness education
* Lesson planning and preparation
* Student assessment
* Target Tracker assessment support
* Differentiated instruction
* EAL student support
* Classroom resource management
* Behaviour management
* Parent and carer communication
* CPOMS safeguarding records
* Student wellbeing support
* Curriculum action group participation
* Collaborative teaching practice
Why Join Us
* Teach Arabic and Islamic education in a respected Abu Dhabi Charter School with a strong focus on values, learning, and student development.
* Support students in building language confidence, religious understanding, cultural identity, and positive character.
* Work in a school community shaped by collaboration, leadership, creativity, and high expectations.
* Build your teaching career in Abu Dhabi’s established Primary-Secondary Education sector.
* Access professional development, coaching, and training through a future-focused education group.
* Contribute to a caring school environment where every learner is encouraged to progress and achieve.
About the Company
Aldar Education is a leading education group in Abu Dhabi, operating world-class, child-centred, and innovative schools across the UAE. Through its charter, American Curriculum, British curriculum, and international school pathways, Aldar Education supports inclusive learning, safeguarding, student wellbeing, national development, and high-quality teaching that helps students grow academically, socially, and personally.
