Homeroom Teacher - Student Development
Job Snapshot
Role: Homeroom Teacher - Student Development
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Homeroom Teacher - Student Development in Abu Dhabi, UAE is a rewarding Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for a dedicated educator who can deliver inclusive American Curriculum lessons, support student independence, and help young learners build strong academic, social, and personal foundations. This role is ideal for a caring classroom teacher who can create a positive learning environment, work closely with parents and colleagues, and contribute to a school culture shaped by 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 Homeroom Teacher - Student Development role supports high-quality classroom learning at Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School in Abu Dhabi. The teacher will guide students through engaging daily lessons, organise classroom resources, monitor progress, and adapt learning activities so every child can grow with confidence.
This position requires a reflective educator who can support different ability levels, communicate effectively with parents, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the wider school community through curriculum planning, extra-curricular activities, assessment, safeguarding awareness, and student wellbeing support.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver inspiring classroom lessons that help students achieve strong academic and personal outcomes.
* Teach in an inclusive way that encourages independence, confidence, curiosity, and participation.
* Plan, prepare, and present learning sessions aligned with curriculum requirements and student needs.
* Organise classroom provision, displays, and learning resources to create a positive and engaging environment.
* Use imaginative teaching methods to motivate pupils and support the full ability range within the class.
* Observe, assess, and record student development 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 learning routines to improve outcomes.
* Work with fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons and maintain consistent curriculum delivery.
* Cooperate with curriculum support staff and external professionals where required to support child development.
* Communicate clearly with parents and carers about student progress, achievement, and wellbeing.
* Support students for whom English is not their first language through clear instruction and inclusive practice.
* Follow the school behaviour policy and use approaches that inspire, motivate, and challenge learners.
* Promote positive behaviour, 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 community initiatives when required.
* Run a weekly ECA each term to enrich student learning beyond regular classroom lessons.
* Uphold safeguarding, child protection, professional conduct, and all school policy requirements.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related subject.
* PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification.
* Minimum 1-2 years of teaching experience.
* 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 young learners with patience, creativity, structure, and care.
* Strong communication skills with students, parents, 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
* Homeroom teaching
* American Curriculum support
* Primary classroom instruction
* Inclusive lesson delivery
* Curriculum planning
* Student assessment
* Target Tracker assessment support
* Student progress monitoring
* Differentiated instruction
* EAL student support
* Classroom resource management
* Behaviour management
* Parent and carer communication
* CPOMS safeguarding records
* Student wellbeing support
* Curriculum action group participation
* Extra-curricular activity delivery
* Collaborative teaching practice
Why Join Us
* Teach in a respected Abu Dhabi Charter School with a strong focus on student-centred learning.
* Support young learners in building confidence, independence, collaboration, leadership, and creativity.
* Work in a school community committed to high expectations, inclusive practice, and positive student outcomes.
* 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 learning environment where every child is supported to grow 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, professional development, safeguarding, and high-quality teaching that helps students grow academically, socially, and personally.



