Teacher - Art (Potential Head of Department) - (AY 2024/25)

4 weeks ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Yas American Academy Full time

Aldar Academies is currently seeking an Art Teacher at Yas American Academy on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

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.

Yas American Academy opened in September 2016 providing high quality education to the Emirate. The children are taught the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum – tailored to be meaningful to children attending the school, alongside the local curriculum of Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium and outdoor play areas.

We provide a warm, friendly and supportive environment where students enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.

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:

The purpose of this post is to contribute to the Department as a team player through collaboration and the development of best pedagogical practices. Teachers at Yas American Academy are responsible to have overall responsibility for maximizing learning opportunities for all students within the Department; teachers will have a positive impact on the whole school development through the delivery of high-quality outcomes for all students.

Key Task:

To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.Roles and responsibilities include:Teamwork and collaborationTo be a good communicator at all levels.Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet requirements of the curriculum.Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly.Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children's development. Teaching and learning:Clear understanding of the Curriculum.Organising the classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class.Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.Observing and assessing children in line with school assessments.Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists, if required.Ensure the Al Mamoura Academy Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes are being embedded throughout the curriculum Assessment and data:Taking responsibility for the progress of a class.Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of student's development using Target Tracker.Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention.Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student's progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings Behaviour management and duties Follow the school's behaviour policy.Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students' needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school's behavioural policy.Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils.Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.Carry out duties as directed and within the school's policy. Wider professional responsibilitiesTo work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.Support the 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 such as CPOMS as appropriate.Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the schoolRun a weekly ECA each term. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Education in Art or Bachelor Degree in equivalent field with PGCE of a Bachelor degree in English and B.Ed. or PGCE Education Experience in an international school is an advantageUS Curriculum experience is an advantage Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in teaching Art (Mandatory) Job specific knowledge and skills: Strong teaching experience in English National CurriculumExperience of teaching GCSE and A Level ArtExperience of teaching A Level Photography would be an advantagePrevious experience working with students whom English is not their first language would be an advantagePassion for teaching and commitment to educating the whole childA high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of childrenRecent and consistent involvement in extra-curriculum activitiesRespect for all members of a school community, irrespective of position, gender, age and ethnic backgroundA positive and solution-focussed attitude to working lifeA 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.

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