KG Homeroom Teacher - Early Years

KG Homeroom Teacher - Early Years Job Snapshot Role: KG Homeroom Teacher

Location:

Abu Dhabi, UAE Industry: Primary-Secondary Education Function:
Classroom Teaching

Experience:

Minimum 1-2 years as a Classroom Teacher in the American Curriculum Job Type: Full Time

Aldar Education is hiring a KG Homeroom Teacher for Virginia American School in Abu Dhabi, UAE, commencing November 2026. The role focuses on delivering engaging early years learning within an American Curriculum environment while supporting the academic, social and personal development of every child. The successful candidate will plan and deliver differentiated lessons, monitor student progress, use assessment information to strengthen learning and create a positive classroom environment.

The position requires close collaboration with teaching colleagues, parents, curriculum support staff and other professionals involved in children 's development.

• Country: UAE
• City:
  Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
• Function:
  Classroom Teaching
• Salary:
  Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality:
  Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement:
  On-site Teaching and Learning

The KG Homeroom Teacher will take responsibility for creating stimulating learning experiences that inspire children and help them achieve the best possible outcomes.

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the curriculum and its learning expectations.
• Plan engaging lessons that meet curriculum requirements.
• Prepare and deliver sessions appropriate to the full ability range within the class.
• Organise classroom provision, resources and displays to maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Motivate pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative teaching.
• Observe and assess children in accordance with school assessment procedures.
• Reflect on classroom provision, lessons delivered and progress achieved.
• Adapt the learning environment, curriculum and lesson planning according to identified student needs.
• Embed Virginia American School Teacher and Learner DNA language and attitudes throughout curriculum delivery.
• Work with curriculum support staff where applicable to strengthen children 's development.
• Collaborate with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists and other professionals when required.

• Assess and record student development using Target Tracker.
• Use assessment data to guide future planning, classroom provision and intervention.
• Monitor individual and whole-class progress.
• Identify areas where students require additional support or challenge.
• Provide parents and carers with appropriate feedback on student progress.
• Participate in Parent Teacher Conferences and other progress meetings.

Effective communication and cooperation across the school community are important elements of the position. The KG Homeroom Teacher will work alongside fellow teachers to plan curriculum-based learning, liaise flexibly with colleagues and develop positive relationships with students, parents and other members of the school community. The role also involves working cooperatively with curriculum support staff to promote children 's academic and personal development.

• Follow the school 's established behaviour policy.
• Manage the classroom using approaches appropriate to student needs.
• Inspire, motivate and challenge pupils while maintaining a productive learning environment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students.
• Exercise appropriate authority and respond decisively when necessary within school policy.
• Demonstrate the attitudes, values and behaviour expected from pupils.
• Maintain high expectations for student conduct.
• Encourage self-control and independence among learners.
• Carry out assigned duties in accordance with school procedures.

• Participate in curriculum action groups supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events.
• Support the organisation and delivery of school events, outings and activities.
• Participate in relevant activities that may occasionally take place during evenings or weekends.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student achievement and well-being.
• Use school systems and processes, including CPOMS where appropriate.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Run a weekly extracurricular activity each term.
• Maintain a commitment to continuing…