Teacher - Arabic (2023-2024) - Al Yasmina Academy

JOB DESCRIPTION

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Arabic Teacher (Native
and Non-Native) for Al Yasmina Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing next academic
year ‎2023-‎2024.

Al Yasmina Academy is an outstanding English Curriculum school in the
beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired
curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching
and learning, Al Yasmina Academy is an exceptional place to work. It has an
exciting, diverse and progressive learning community that annually produces
some of the very best I/GCSE and A Level results in the UAE. Our learning
culture is under pinned by our core values of excellence, respect, passion,
collaboration and creativity allowing all students to thrive. Furthermore, the
Academy is extremely proud of its recent ADEK inspection, which rated Al
Yasmina Academy as ‘Outstanding’ in all six performance standards, putting it
amongst the top schools in the UAE and Middle East and after a successful year
the academy has grown and are looking for outstanding teachers.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of
schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and
ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of
the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks Planning, Preparation, Teaching and
Lesson Management

Creating a climate that is conducive for outstanding Learning and Teaching
Identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught
and assessed
Setting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest
Setting appropriate and demanding expectations
Setting clear targets, building on prior attainment
Identifying SEN or very able students
Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and
challenge
Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study
Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning
and therefore deliver differentiated learning – matched to need
Ensuring effective teaching and best use of available time
Maintaining an effective learning environment in accordance with the academy's
procedures and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality,
behaviour, standards of work and homework

Using a variety of teaching methods to:
match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas
and use appropriate vocabulary
use effective questioning, listen carefully to students, give attention to
errors and misconceptions
select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through
library, I.C.T. and other learning technologies
Ensuring students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding
appropriate to the subject taught
Evaluating own teaching critically to improve effectiveness
Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support

Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting

Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve
specific aspects of teaching;
Mark and monitor students' work and set targets for progress
Using performance data to inform planning and therefore ensuring the Learning
and Teaching continue to ‘add value
Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records to check
work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and areas for development,
inform planning and recognise the level at which the student is achieving
Undertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies,
departmental and academy procedures;
Prepare and present informative reports to parents

Curriculum Development

Take part in subject or aspects of the academy's work and develop plans which
identify clear targets and success criteria for its development and / or
maintenance
Contribute to the whole academy's visioning activities.

Other Professional Requirements

Have a working knowledge of teachers' professional duties and legal
liabilities
Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the academy
Know subject(s) or specialism(s) to enable effective teaching
Establish effective working relationships and set an outstanding example
through their presentation and personal and professional conduct
Endeavour to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and
meet high expectations;
Co-operate with other staff to ensure a sharing and effective usage of
resources to the benefit of the academy, department and students
Contribute to the corporate life of the academy through effective
participation in meetings and management systems necessary to coordinate the
leadership and management of the academy
Take part in marketing and liaison activities such as Open
evenings/afternoons, Parent Teacher Consultations, and events with partner
academys
Take responsibility for own professional development and duties in relation to
academy policies and practices;
Liaise effectively with parents

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Education degree in Arabic or Bachelors in Arabic with a teaching
qualification.

Minimum Experience:
Minimum ‎2 years’ experience in teaching Arabic subject to Native and Non-
Native in Secondary is essential and experience in teaching in Primary is
desirable.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:
Previous experience working with students whom English is not their first
language
Passion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole child
A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of
children
Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities
Respect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position,
gender, age and ethnic background
A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right
to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity
employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also
mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in
their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police
clearance.