Teacher - Primary Education
Job Description and Requirements
Teacher - Primary EducationJob Snapshot
Role: Teacher - Primary
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Elementary School
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years teaching experience
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Aldar Education is seeking a Primary Teacher for an on-site teaching opportunity in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role is focused on delivering engaging curriculum-based lessons, supporting the academic and personal development of pupils, monitoring classroom progress and creating a positive learning environment that responds to different abilities and learning needs.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers, curriculum support staff, parents and relevant specialist professionals while taking responsibility for teaching, assessment, behaviour management and wider school activities.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Elementary School
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Teaching and Learning
The Primary Teacher will plan and deliver lessons that
- Organise classroom provision, learning resources and displays to maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Plan, prepare and present learning sessions appropriate to different abilities within the class.
- Motivate pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
- Observe and assess children in accordance with school assessment practices.
- Reflect on classroom provision, lessons and pupil progress, adapting the environment, planning and curriculum where necessary.
- Work alongside fellow teachers to develop engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
- Collaborate with curriculum support staff to support children\'s development where applicable.
- Meet with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists when required.
- Embed the school\'s Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout curriculum delivery.
Assessment and Data
The teacher will take responsibility for the progress of an assigned class and use assessment evidence to guide subsequent teaching and support.
- Assess and record student development using Target Tracker.
- Use assessment data to inform further planning, classroom provision and intervention.
- Monitor pupil progress and respond appropriately to identified learning needs.
- Provide parents and carers with feedback on student progress during Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strong communication and cooperation are important to the role. The successful candidate will develop positive relationships across the school community, liaise effectively with colleagues and work flexibly as part of the teaching team.
The teacher will also maintain constructive communication with parents and work collaboratively with them to support children\'s well-being and academic outcomes.
Behaviour Management
- Follow the school\'s behaviour policy.
- Manage classes effectively using approaches appropriate to individual student needs.
- Inspire, motivate and appropriately challenge pupils.
- Maintain positive relationships with pupils while exercising appropriate authority when necessary.
- Demonstrate consistently the attitudes, values and behaviour expected of students.
- Maintain high expectations for behaviour while encouraging self-control and learner independence.
- Complete assigned duties in accordance with school policy.
Wider Professional Responsibilities
The Primary Teacher will contribute beyond classroom teaching by participating in a curriculum action group and supporting its planning, assessment, resources and related special events.
The role also involves helping organise and participate in school events, outings and activities, including those that may occasionally take place during evenings or weekends. The teacher will communicate with parents and carers regarding student achievement and well-being using appropriate school systems and processes, including CPOMS where applicable.
The successful candidate will contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school and run a weekly extracurricular activity each term.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor\'s Degree in the related subject with PGCE or another teacher qualification.
- Minimum 1-2 years teaching experience.
- Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
- Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check or police check.
Professional Attributes
Candidates should demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching and a commitment to educating the whole child. The position requires professionalism, careful consideration of children\'s well-being, respect for every member of the school community and a positive, solution-focused approach to working life.
About the Company
Aldar Education provides school-based education in the UAE. This Primary Teacher opportunity supports its educational provision in Abu Dhabi through classroom teaching, pupil development and active participation in the wider school community.



