Primary Homeroom Teacher

Primary Homeroom Teacher Job Snapshot Role:
Primary Homeroom Teacher

Location:

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function:
Elementary School

Experience:

Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a Classroom Teacher in the American Curriculum Job Type: Not specified

Position Overview Aldar Education is hiring a Primary Homeroom Teacher for Virginia American School in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, for a January start. The role is responsible for delivering engaging learning experiences within the American Curriculum, supporting the academic and personal development of primary students, managing classroom assessment and behaviour, and working collaboratively with colleagues and parents to achieve strong student outcomes.

Job Details Country:
United Arab Emirates City:
Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function:
Elementary School Salary:
Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality:
Not specified Job Type: Not specified

Start Date:

January

The Primary Homeroom Teacher will take responsibility for the learning, progress, behaviour, and well-being of an assigned class at Virginia American School. The position requires effective curriculum planning, differentiated teaching, assessment, parent communication, and collaboration with curriculum support staff and other professionals where required. The successful candidate will also contribute to the broader life of the school through curriculum action groups, extracurricular activities, school events, and ongoing professional development.

• Deliver lessons that inspire students to succeed and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and other members of the school community.
• Develop positive relationships throughout the school.
• Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly to support student learning.
• Work closely with parents to support children 's happiness, well-being, and academic achievement.
• Cooperate with curriculum support staff where applicable to support children 's development.

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the curriculum.
• Organize classroom provision, learning resources, and displays to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and present lessons that meet the needs of students across the full ability range.
• Motivate pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
• Observe and assess children in accordance with school assessment procedures.
• Reflect on classroom provision, lessons delivered, and student progress.
• Adjust the learning environment, planning, and curriculum in response to student development and identified needs.
• Meet with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists, and other professionals where required.
• Embed the Virginia American School Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout the curriculum.

• Take responsibility for the progress of the assigned class.
• Meet school requirements for assessing and recording student development using Target Tracker.
• Use assessment data to inform future planning, classroom provision, and intervention.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies where appropriate.
• Provide parents and carers with feedback on student progress during Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

• Follow the school 's behaviour policy.
• Manage the class effectively using approaches appropriate to students ' needs.
• Inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils while maintaining a productive learning environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with students and exercise appropriate authority.
• Act decisively when required in accordance with the school 's behaviour policy.
• Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behaviour expected of students.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and promote student self-control and independence.
• Carry out duties as directed and in accordance with school policies.

• Work as part of a curriculum action group supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events.
• Support the organization and delivery of school events, outings, and activities.
• Participate in activities that may occasionally take place during evenings or weekends.
• Communicate effectively with parents and…