Teacher of EAL - (AY 2022/2023)

Aldar Academies are currently seeking an outstanding, whole school EAL Teacher for Al Mamoura Academy in Abu Dhabi for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Al Mamoura Academy is a British curriculum, mixed gender primary school and a girl’s only secondary school located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create “An innovative and sustainable learning community, where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity”. This vision is supported by the Al Mamoura Learner and Teacher DNA which is at the heart of the school community.

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.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Qualities and Attributes: 

• A supportive and approachable team player who can collaborate effectively with others.

• A good communicator at all levels. 

• A commitment to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.

• A desire to be part of a school that strives for excellence in all that we do. 

B. Teaching and Learning:

• To be able to teach English as a Second Language to a very high standard; experience across Primary and Secondary phases desirable.

• To support positive learning environments that promote language acquisition and development enhancing the Al Mamoura Academy USP in this area.

• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons and interventions that cater for the needs of all.

• Providing support for teachers to enhance learning opportunities to cater for the needs of EAL learners across the curriculum.

• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative and purposeful learning opportunities. 

• Marking children’s work in line with the Al Mamoura Academy Marking and Feedback policy.

• Being reflective of lessons taught and student progress made, and adjusting planning and curriculum to reflect this.

• Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.

• Ensuring that the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA attributes are being embedded throughout the curriculum.

• Contribute to the development of teaching and learning across the school by sharing best practice, through CPD and whole school learning and teaching initiatives. 

• To be able to demonstrate effective use of technology through innovative and creative lesson delivery.

C. Assessment and Data:

• To manage the whole school EAL register to ensure all students receive the necessary support to enable them to access the curriculum and make accelerated progress.

• Track and monitor the progress and attainment of EAL students against individual targets and curriculum standards.

• Meeting the requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development using Target Tracker.

• Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning and interventions.

• Providing regular feedback to teachers, parents and carers on a student’s progress.

• To plan, prepare and contribute to termly Pupil Progress meetings.

D. Behaviour Management and Duties:

• To follow the Al Mamoura Academy behaviour management policy and promote the Mascot Manners to set high expectations.

• Manage classes and groups of students effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge them. 

• Maintain good relationships with pupils and parents and follow the schools procedures to manage and challenge any rare occurrences of unwanted behaviour.

• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.

• Carry out playground and other duties in a punctual, interactive and proactive manner. 

• Ensure that any concerns relating to behaviour & safeguarding are accurately followed up on and logged on CPOMS.

E. Wider professional responsibilities

• Contribute to the annual policy review process to ensure the EAL policy is accurate and effective. 

• Support with organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.

• Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to student’s achievements and well-being using school systems/processes.

• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

• To run a weekly ECA each term to enhance the provision we offer for our students.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor degree in Education or Bachelor Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience: 

•      Minimum 2 years teaching experience in English National Curriculum or US Curriculum.

• Experience supporting children with EAL and supporting language development.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills 

• An Outstanding teacher.

• Teaching across the age ability range with proven success.

• Experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum.

• Strong Inter-personal skills.

• A commitment to the school’s Vision and USPs.

• Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student.

• The ability to work under pressure, problem-solve and be resilient.

• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

• Experience of working in an international school is desirable.

WHAT WE OFFER

Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE.  We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders.  We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places.  Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training. 

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.  We are an equal opportunities 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.