Teacher - Design Technology; AY

Job Description

Aldar Education are currently seeking Teacher - Design Technology to support our growing family of schools, joining at the start of the 2026/2027 academic year in August. As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. We offer a range of brands for all learners in our community, from nursery through to adult education.

We offer the broadest choice of curricula, and operate in the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi.

Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown into a highly sought-after education provider, now supporting over 38,000 students in 31 schools and a growing network of almost 5,000 educators, with over 100 nationalities, offering a wide range of curricula and ancillary services such as a Teacher Training Academy. Working collaboratively, our education network’s purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi’s government.

Today, Aldar Education’s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge‑based economy through premium education. 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.

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the curriculum for effective implementation to match learning outcomes.
• Teach using appropriate syllabus, materials, and schemes of work to develop students’ skills in science specialisms.
• Organise the classroom provision and learning resources and create displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and present sessions that cater to the needs of the whole ability range within the class.
• Plan lessons and sequences of lessons consistently and effectively, over the long, medium and short term, to meet pupils’ individual learning needs.
• Create a climate for learning that is conducive to delivering outstanding practice.
• Motivate students by delivering enjoyable and creative lessons that challenge pupils and promote critical thinking.
• Identify clear teaching and learning objectives and ensure student achievement against these.
• Reflect on the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjust the environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.
• Support SEN (POD), EAL and G&T students and ensure that their needs are met through differentiation.
• Facilitate hybrid / distance learning / face‑to‑face lessons.

• Follow the school’s established policies and procedures, e.g., behaviour, code of conduct and child safeguarding 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 established policies.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behaviour expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations of good conduct, promoting self‑control and independence of all learners.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment that allows for appropriate social, emotional, and academic growth for all students.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s established policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a similar role.

• Mandatory experience working in an international school.
• Experience working with students for whom English is not their first language (EAL) students.
• Be approachable, professional, calm and knowledgeable.
• Be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well‑being of children.
• Recent and consistent involvement in extra‑curricular activities.
• A positive and solution‑focused attitude to working life.
• Warmth, empathy, credibility, self‑belief, integrity, drive and child‑centered.
• Be able to prioritise workload and multitask.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi‑cultural environment.