English and Media Teacher - Language and Digital Communication
Posted date [2026-07-31]
(ID: 48831)
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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 Description and Requirements
English and Media Teacher - Language and Digital CommunicationJob Snapshot
Role: English and Media Teacher
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Not specified
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Aldar Education is seeking a qualified English and Media Teacher to join Yas American Academy on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi in August 2026. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons that develop students’ language, literacy, communication and media-analysis abilities.
The role requires strong subject knowledge, differentiated instruction and effective assessment. Candidates should inspire creativity and critical thinking while helping students communicate confidently across written, spoken and digital formats.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 10000-15000 AED per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job
Type: Full-time
Role Context
Yas American Academy delivers the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum alongside Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Its campus provides academic, sporting and creative facilities within a supportive environment based on mutual respect and trust.
The English and Media Teacher will take responsibility for classroom learning, assessment and student progress. The role also includes curriculum collaboration, family communication, extracurricular participation and contributions to the wider academy community.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging English and Media lessons.
Ensure teaching meets Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum requirements.
Develop students’ reading, writing, speaking and listening abilities.
Build pupils’ understanding of media language and communication.
Encourage students to evaluate media content critically and responsibly.
Develop creativity through written, visual and digital communication activities.
Prepare lessons suitable for students across the full ability range.
Differentiate instruction according to individual learning needs.
Support pupils who speak English as an additional language.
Organise classroom resources and displays that encourage active learning.
Motivate students through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
Take responsibility for the progress and attainment of assigned classes.
Observe and assess pupils according to academy requirements.
Record student development using Target Tracker or other approved systems.
Use assessment data to improve planning, provision and intervention.
Identify learning gaps and provide appropriate academic support.
Reflect on lesson effectiveness and adjust planning when required.
Embed Yas American Academy’s Teacher and Learner values throughout the curriculum.
Work collaboratively with teachers to plan effective learning experiences.
Liaise flexibly and professionally with colleagues across the academy.
Cooperate with curriculum-support staff to strengthen student development.
Work with therapists and educational psychologists when required.
Develop positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
Provide parents and carers with clear feedback on student progress.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and other family meetings.
Use CPOMS and other approved school systems appropriately.
Follow the academy’s behaviour-management policy.
Manage classes using approaches appropriate to students’ needs.
Maintain positive relationships while exercising suitable authority.
Promote high standards of behaviour, independence and self-control.
Model the attitudes, values and conduct expected from students.
Participate in curriculum action groups and team initiatives.
Support curriculum planning, assessment, resources and special events.
Contribute to school events, outings and community activities.
Attend occasional activities held during evenings or weekends.
Lead one weekly extracurricular activity during each term.
Maintain strong safeguarding and child-protection practices.
Complete professional duties in accordance with academy policies.
Ideal Profile
Bachelor’s degree in English, Media Studies, Communications or a related subject.
Bachelor of Education, PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification.
International-school teaching experience is advantageous.
Strong knowledge of English-language and media-education practices.
Previous experience supporting students whose first language is not English.
Ability to differentiate instruction for pupils with varied learning needs.
Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
Professional approach with careful consideration for student wellbeing.
Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
Respect for every member of a multicultural school community.
Positive, collaborative and solution-focused attitude.
Ability to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS check or police clearance.
Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
Available to commence employment in August 2026.
Skills Set
English teaching
Media Studies
Massachusetts Common Core
Literacy development
Creative writing
Media analysis
Digital communication
Critical thinking
Curriculum planning
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Student assessment
Target Tracker
Educational data analysis
English-language learner support
Parent communication
CPOMS
Student safeguarding
Extracurricular leadership
Team collaboration
Why Join Us
Join a respected education group with an established network of schools in Abu Dhabi.
Teach English and Media within a well-resourced American Curriculum academy.
Help students develop confident communication and critical media-literacy skills.
Work within a warm and supportive learning community.
Collaborate with experienced teachers and education professionals.
Contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities.
Access professional learning and career-development opportunities.
Build a rewarding teaching career within Aldar Education.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a growing network of schools across the United Arab Emirates and provides learning environments designed to support academic achievement, personal development and community values. Its schools deliver recognised curricula while maintaining a strong commitment to innovation, safeguarding, inclusion and student wellbeing.
Role Context
Yas American Academy delivers the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum alongside Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Its campus provides academic, sporting and creative facilities within a supportive environment based on mutual respect and trust.
The English and Media Teacher will take responsibility for classroom learning, assessment and student progress. The role also includes curriculum collaboration, family communication, extracurricular participation and contributions to the wider academy community.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging English and Media lessons.
Ensure teaching meets Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum requirements.
Develop students’ reading, writing, speaking and listening abilities.
Build pupils’ understanding of media language and communication.
Encourage students to evaluate media content critically and responsibly.
Develop creativity through written, visual and digital communication activities.
Prepare lessons suitable for students across the full ability range.
Differentiate instruction according to individual learning needs.
Support pupils who speak English as an additional language.
Organise classroom resources and displays that encourage active learning.
Motivate students through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
Take responsibility for the progress and attainment of assigned classes.
Observe and assess pupils according to academy requirements.
Record student development using Target Tracker or other approved systems.
Use assessment data to improve planning, provision and intervention.
Identify learning gaps and provide appropriate academic support.
Reflect on lesson effectiveness and adjust planning when required.
Embed Yas American Academy’s Teacher and Learner values throughout the curriculum.
Work collaboratively with teachers to plan effective learning experiences.
Liaise flexibly and professionally with colleagues across the academy.
Cooperate with curriculum-support staff to strengthen student development.
Work with therapists and educational psychologists when required.
Develop positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
Provide parents and carers with clear feedback on student progress.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and other family meetings.
Use CPOMS and other approved school systems appropriately.
Follow the academy’s behaviour-management policy.
Manage classes using approaches appropriate to students’ needs.
Maintain positive relationships while exercising suitable authority.
Promote high standards of behaviour, independence and self-control.
Model the attitudes, values and conduct expected from students.
Participate in curriculum action groups and team initiatives.
Support curriculum planning, assessment, resources and special events.
Contribute to school events, outings and community activities.
Attend occasional activities held during evenings or weekends.
Lead one weekly extracurricular activity during each term.
Maintain strong safeguarding and child-protection practices.
Complete professional duties in accordance with academy policies.
Ideal Profile
Bachelor’s degree in English, Media Studies, Communications or a related subject.
Bachelor of Education, PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification.
International-school teaching experience is advantageous.
Strong knowledge of English-language and media-education practices.
Previous experience supporting students whose first language is not English.
Ability to differentiate instruction for pupils with varied learning needs.
Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child.
Professional approach with careful consideration for student wellbeing.
Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
Respect for every member of a multicultural school community.
Positive, collaborative and solution-focused attitude.
Ability to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS check or police clearance.
Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
Available to commence employment in August 2026.
Skills Set
English teaching
Media Studies
Massachusetts Common Core
Literacy development
Creative writing
Media analysis
Digital communication
Critical thinking
Curriculum planning
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Student assessment
Target Tracker
Educational data analysis
English-language learner support
Parent communication
CPOMS
Student safeguarding
Extracurricular leadership
Team collaboration
Why Join Us
Join a respected education group with an established network of schools in Abu Dhabi.
Teach English and Media within a well-resourced American Curriculum academy.
Help students develop confident communication and critical media-literacy skills.
Work within a warm and supportive learning community.
Collaborate with experienced teachers and education professionals.
Contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities.
Access professional learning and career-development opportunities.
Build a rewarding teaching career within Aldar Education.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a growing network of schools across the United Arab Emirates and provides learning environments designed to support academic achievement, personal development and community values. Its schools deliver recognised curricula while maintaining a strong commitment to innovation, safeguarding, inclusion and student wellbeing.
