Primary Teacher - Charter School
Job Description and Requirements
Primary Teacher - Charter SchoolJob Snapshot
Role: Primary Teacher - Charter School
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years teaching experience
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Primary Teacher - Charter School in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for a committed classroom teacher who can deliver engaging lessons, support student progress, and contribute to the learning culture at Al Ghad Charter School. The role is suited to a qualified educator with strong curriculum understanding, effective classroom management, data-informed planning, parent communication skills, and a genuine commitment to educating the whole child. The successful candidate will help students develop confidence, independence, curiosity, and strong academic habits within a supportive school community focused on achievement and wellbeing.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi Emirate
Industry: Primary-Secondary
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 9000-14000
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 Primary Teacher - Charter School will take responsibility for delivering purposeful classroom learning that inspires students and supports strong academic outcomes. The role involves planning lessons with colleagues, organizing learning resources, assessing student development, using Target Tracker data, and adjusting teaching to meet the needs of the full ability range. Through positive relationships, effective behaviour guidance, collaboration with parents, and involvement in extracurricular activities, the teacher will contribute to a progressive school environment aligned with student success and the UAE National Agenda for Emirati learners.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver inspiring lessons that help students succeed and achieve the best possible learning outcomes.
* Work collaboratively with fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons aligned with curriculum expectations.
* Organize classroom provision, learning resources, and displays to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
* Plan, prepare, and present sessions that meet the needs of the full ability range within the class.
* Motivate pupils through enthusiastic, imaginative, and inclusive teaching approaches.
* Observe and assess children in line with school assessment procedures and expected learning standards.
* Reflect on classroom provision, lessons taught, student progress, and learning outcomes, then adjust planning and curriculum delivery where needed.
* Use Target Tracker to record student development, monitor progress, and support accurate assessment information.
* Use assessment data to influence future planning, classroom provision, interventions, and student support.
* Take responsibility for the progress of the class and provide timely support where students need additional guidance.
* Work with parents and caretakers to support student happiness, wellbeing, and academic outcomes.
* Provide feedback on student progress during parent teacher conferences and other school meetings.
* Meet with professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists, and support teams when required.
* Work cooperatively with curriculum support staff to strengthen student development and classroom inclusion.
* Embed Teacher and Learner DNA language, attitudes, and expectations across daily classroom practice.
* Follow the school behaviour policy and use appropriate strategies to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
* Maintain strong relationships with pupils while exercising appropriate authority and acting decisively when required.
* Promote high expectations for behaviour, self-control, independence, respect, and responsibility.
* Act as a positive role model by demonstrating the values, attitudes, and behaviour expected from students.
* Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events.
* Support school events, outings, activities, and community initiatives, including those held in the evening or at weekends.
* Communicate effectively with parents and caretakers about student achievement and wellbeing using school systems such as CPOMS where appropriate.
* Make a positive contribution to the wider life, values, and ethos of the school.
* Run a weekly extracurricular activity each term to enrich student learning beyond the classroom.
* Carry out duties as directed and follow school policies related to safeguarding, professional conduct, equality, and student welfare.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject with PGCE or another recognized 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 planning, classroom teaching, assessment, student progress, and differentiated learning.
* Able to create engaging lessons that support varied abilities, learning needs, and levels of student confidence.
* Confident using Target Tracker and assessment data to guide planning, intervention, and progress monitoring.
* Strong communication skills with students, parents, caretakers, colleagues, and school leaders.
* Supportive team player who can work flexibly with teachers, curriculum support staff, and specialist professionals.
* Passion for teaching and a clear commitment to educating the whole child.
* High level of professionalism with genuine care for the wellbeing, safety, and development of children.
* Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities or wider school life.
* Respectful toward all members of the school community regardless of role, gender, age, nationality, or background.
* Positive, resilient, and solution-focused attitude to working life.
* Able to build positive relationships across the school community and contribute to a collaborative learning culture.
* Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police clearance.
* Genuine appreciation for UAE culture, regional values, and the educational priorities of the community.
Skills Set
* Classroom Teaching
* Primary teaching
* Curriculum planning
* Lesson delivery
* Differentiated instruction
* Student assessment
* Target Tracker
* Progress tracking
* Data-informed planning
* Classroom provision
* Learning resources
* Classroom displays
* Parent communication
* Parent teacher conferences
* Behaviour management
* Student wellbeing
* EAL student support
* Inclusion support
* CPOMS
* Safeguarding awareness
* Curriculum action groups
* Extracurricular activities
* School events
* Team collaboration
* Reflective teaching
* Whole-child education
* Professional conduct
* Student motivation
Why Join Us
This opportunity allows a dedicated classroom teacher to join Al Ghad Charter School, a progressive Abu Dhabi learning community committed to inspiring, challenging, and empowering students. The role offers the chance to support Emirati learners, contribute to curriculum development, participate in school-wide initiatives, and help create positive academic and personal outcomes. Aldar Education provides a respected school network, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment for teachers who want to grow while making a meaningful contribution to Primary-Secondary Education in the United Arab Emirates.
About the Company
Aldar Education is a leading education group in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, operating schools that focus on academic excellence, student wellbeing, safeguarding, inclusion, and future-ready learning. Its schools are supported by skilled educators, strong leadership, and professional systems that help students grow academically, socially, and personally. Aldar Education is committed to diverse school communities, high-quality teaching, and the continued development of education across the UAE.



