Teacher - Special Education - UAE National - Al Ghad Charter School - AY

Special Education Needs Teacher – Al Ghad Charter School (Academic Year 2026/2027)

Al Ghad Charter School is an American curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. It offers a globally recognised curriculum and a progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for Emirati students. Our mission, “Excite, Challenge, Empower”, allows all students to thrive.

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

The successful candidate will align with our core values and understand and appreciate the values of the region.

• To deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Show teamwork and collaboration.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.
• Develop positive relationships with all school community members.
• Plan engaging lessons with fellow teachers that meet curriculum requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and work flexibly.
• Work with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
• Cooperate with curriculum support staff to support student development.

• Clear understanding of the curriculum.
• Organise classroom provision, learning resources, and displays to encourage a positive and engaging environment.
• Plan, prepare, and present sessions that cater to the full ability range within the class.
• Motivate pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
• Observe and assess children in line with school assessments.
• Reflect on classroom provision, sessions taught, and progress, adjusting the environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.
• Meet with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists when required.
• Embed Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout the curriculum.

• Take responsibility for the progress of a class.
• Meet assessment and recording requirements using Target Tracker.
• Use data from assessments to influence further planning, provision, and intervention.
• Provide feedback to parents and caretakers on student progress during Parent‑Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

• Follow the school’s behaviour policy.
• Manage classes effectively using appropriate approaches for students’ needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the policy.
• Serve as a positive role model, consistently demonstrating the attitudes, values, and behaviour expected of pupils.
• Hold high expectations of behaviour, promoting self‑control and independence of all learners.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events.
• Support and take part in school events, outings, and activities that may take place at weekends or evenings.
• Communicate effectively with parents/caretakers about student achievements and well‑being using systems such as CPOMS.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Run a weekly ECA each term.

Minimum qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teacher qualification.

Minimum experience:

1–2 years of teaching experience.

• Previous experience working with students for 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 toward working life.
• A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services or police check.

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 mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

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.