Middle School Arabic Teacher

The AIS-R Teacher

The Purpose of the AIS-R Teacher:
To cause thinking, learning and action; to cultivate inquisitive, independent, and resilient learners who inspire positive change in their communities.

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree and valid teaching certificate (North American or equivalent certification)
• Certification in subject area and/or grade level is required
• Master’s degree in Education or related field preferred
• A proven record of excellence in prior teaching posts for a minimum of two years (full-time, K-12 teaching)
• Expertise in subject matter
• Fluency in English
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Designated Divisional Principal(s)

• A continuous learner, a model of AIS-R’s Core Values, committed to the AIS-R Mission and the Profile of an Exemplary Educator
• A qualified and dedicated global citizen and educator who is genuinely passionate about teaching and learning.
• An attitude of respect, open-mindedness, adaptability, resilience and commitment to life‑long learning and continual professional development
• Understands and implements AIS-R’s Core Competencies for Faculty
• Keeps up to date with AIS-R policies and expectations; fulfills all expectations as outlined in the Faculty/Staff Handbook, and makes a difference beyond the school day
• Meets professional duties effectively and adheres to the AIS-R Code of Conduct, professional dress code, and Child Safeguarding agreements
• Understands and implements student safeguarding practices, including mandatory reporting as well as participation in any inquiry regarding an AIS-R community member
• Understands and supports the school in creating a positive, nurturing and engaging environment that addresses the individual needs of each student
• Designs and delivers lessons, content and materials, in line with AIS-R’s standard curriculums and teaching standards, and utilizes various learning mediums to meet differences in learning preferences
• Demonstrates knowledge of student individual strengths, interests, motivations and abilities and plans coherent instruction in order to challenge and support student learning and well‑being
• Maintains effective classroom control, organization and management
• Manages student behavior, keeps records of behavior, and monitors progress
• Creates a caring, respectful student-centered environment conducive to developmentally appropriate learning
• An engaging presence in the classroom, plans and prepares coherent learning plans with clearly defined outcomes aligned with subject level standards and benchmarks using the Understanding by Design framework
• Systematically gathers, analyzes, and utilizes all relevant data to measure and facilitate student academic progress
• Clearly communicates learning targets and assessment criteria
• Prioritizes instructional strategies aligned with AIS-R’s Learning Principles
• Assesses student learning with clear criteria that are aligned with learning goals
• Collaborates with colleagues, parents and the community members to collectively advance our mission and enhance student learning
• Organizes, plans and runs clubs/after school activities as a part of AIS-R’s co-curricular program.
• Engages in the school’s professional development program and professional growth & evaluation process
• Partners with families through ongoing communication, conferences and the accurate reporting of student progress honoring divisional reporting timelines/expectations
• Honors AIS-R policies and procedures and maintains a high standard of personal conduct.

Salary is assigned from the Faculty salary schedule; the contract term is 190 days. Compensation will be determined based on the established Faculty salary schedule.

8:00 am - 4:30 pm (5:00 pm on Tuesdays)

Faculty are expected to fulfill duties that extend beyond the school day, including commitments to after-school activities (ASAs), after-school learning (ASL), and coaching (requirement for Physical Education teachers).

Performance is appraised through the AIS-R Professional Growth and Evaluation framework and in accordance with school policy by the designated Supervisor.