Social Studies Teacher - Primary School
Posted date [2026-05-06]
(ID: 44895)
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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: Social Studies Teacher - Primary School
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: School teaching experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Social Studies Teacher - Primary School in Abu Dhabi, UAE is a meaningful Primary-Secondary Education opportunity for a dedicated teacher who can deliver engaging American Curriculum lessons and support young learners in developing cultural awareness, historical understanding, civic knowledge, and strong classroom confidence. This role is suited to an educator who can create a positive learning environment, encourage collaboration and creativity, and contribute to the academic and personal development of students in a growing Abu Dhabi school community.
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 Social Studies Teacher - Primary School role supports high-quality teaching and learning at Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School, an American Curriculum primary school in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi. The teacher will help students build knowledge of society, culture, citizenship, geography, history, leadership, and community values through well-planned lessons and age-appropriate classroom activities.
This position requires a teacher who can inspire students, support different learning needs, maintain high expectations, and contribute to a school culture built around collaboration, leadership, creativity, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging Social Studies lessons aligned with the American Curriculum and school learning expectations.
* Plan and present age-appropriate lessons that support student curiosity, cultural awareness, and civic understanding.
* Create a positive classroom environment where students feel encouraged to participate, ask questions, and think independently.
* Use varied teaching strategies to support different ability levels and learning styles.
* Develop students’ understanding of communities, heritage, geography, history, leadership, and responsible citizenship.
* Encourage collaboration, creativity, discussion, and respectful communication during classroom activities.
* Monitor student progress through regular assessment, classroom observation, and feedback.
* Use assessment outcomes to adjust lesson planning and provide additional support where needed.
* Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort, participation, and academic progress.
* Build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider school community.
* Support school values and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
* Participate in planning, school events, enrichment activities, and wider academic initiatives.
* Follow school policies related to safeguarding, behaviour management, professional conduct, and student wellbeing.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Studies, Humanities, or a related subject.
* Recognised teaching qualification is preferred.
* Experience teaching in a primary school environment is preferred.
* Knowledge of the American Curriculum is an advantage.
* Ability to teach young learners with patience, creativity, and strong classroom organisation.
* Passion for education and commitment to nurturing the whole child.
* Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
* Positive, collaborative, and solution-focused approach to school life.
* Ability to support a mixed gender primary school environment with professionalism and care.
* Respect for UAE culture, school values, and the expectations of the Abu Dhabi education sector.
* Commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion, safeguarding, and continuous professional growth.
Skills Set
* Social Studies teaching
* American Curriculum delivery
* Primary classroom instruction
* Lesson planning
* Student assessment
* Cultural awareness education
* Civic and community learning
* Geography and history concepts
* Classroom behaviour management
* Differentiated instruction
* Student engagement strategies
* Parent communication
* Collaborative teaching
* Creativity-based learning
* Leadership values in education
* Safeguarding and student wellbeing
Why Join Us
* Teach Social Studies in a respected Abu Dhabi primary school with a clear focus on student growth and high expectations.
* Join an American Curriculum school community that values collaboration, leadership, creativity, and learner development.
* Support young students in building cultural awareness, confidence, communication skills, and responsible citizenship.
* Build your teaching career in Abu Dhabi’s growing Primary-Secondary Education sector.
* Work within a supportive school environment connected to Aldar Education’s wider network of schools.
* Contribute to a learning community focused on innovation, inclusion, academic progress, and positive student outcomes.
About the Company
Aldar Education is a leading education group in Abu Dhabi, operating a growing network of owned and managed schools across the UAE. Through its American Curriculum, British curriculum, and international school pathways, Aldar Education supports high-quality learning, student wellbeing, safeguarding, and inclusive school communities that help learners build confidence, knowledge, and future-ready skills.
