Teacher of Physical Education - AY 2023-2024

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Teacher of Physical Education for Al Mamoura Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing next academic year 2023-2024.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

A.   Lesson Planning, Teaching and Learning

·      Planning and delivering Outstanding teaching and learning, in line with school policy and aligned to the Al Mamoura Teacher DNA.

·      Preparing lesson plans by following the curriculum guidelines and accommodating teaching methods

·      To plan lessons and sequences of lessons consistently and effectively, in the long, medium and short-term, to meet pupils’ individual learning needs

·      Creating a climate for learning that is conducive to delivering outstanding practice

·      Motivating students by delivering enjoyable and creative lessons that both challenge pupils and promote critical thinking

·      Identifying clear teaching and learning objectives and ensuring student achievement against these

·      Setting clear targets for students, building on prior attainment.

·      Supporting SEN (POD), EAL and G&T students and ensuring that their needs are met through differentiation

·      Delivering high quality lessons and learning activities that maintain pace, challenge and engagement

·      Making effective use of assessment for learning

·      Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform next steps in students learning.

·      Making effective use of learning technologies to enhance learning and make above expected progress.

·      Maintaining high standards of behaviour whilst motivating pupils and facilitating their development to meet targets in accordance with the school’s ‘Behaviour for Learning Policy’

·      Promoting the effective use of technology, digital software and data systems and a strong awareness of digital learning technologies Arabic under the direction of the Line Manager/HOD, in accordance with the National Curriculum and using appropriate syllabus, materials and schemes of work.

B.   Assessment, Recording, and Reporting:

·      Demonstrating consistently and effectively the use of data relating to student’s prior attainment to set well-grounded expectations/targets for pupils, monitor their progress and to give clear and constructive feedback

·      Assessing student’s achievement against learning objectives and use this information to improve specific aspects of teaching and learning

·      Marking students work in accordance with the school marking policy, set targets for progress in accordance with the outcomes and providing feedback of students’ progress as required to facilitate positive student’s development and academic progress

·      Assess and record student’s progress systematically and keep records

·      Use performance data to inform planning, students learning and progress

·      Undertake assessment of students as requested by examinations bodies, department, and school procedures

·      Prepare and present informative reports to parents.

C.   Curriculum Development:

·      Participate in subject specific development by producing, reviewing, and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work

·      To ensure that personal subject knowledge is up to date through CPD and professional reading

·      To ensure personal continued professional development within the applicable curriculum.

D.  Other Duties and Responsibilities:

·      Contribute to the school’s ECA Programme by leading at least one after-school activity once a week for the academic year

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education/Sports Science with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience: 

•  Minimum 2 years Teaching experience in English National Curriculum.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills 

·      Outstanding teacher

·      Teaching across ability range with proven success

·      Experience of working in more than one International School

·      Experience of teaching UK Curriculums

·      Strong Inter-personal skills

·      Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations preferable

·      Commitment to the school’s vision and USP’s

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

·      Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient

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. 

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.