Teacher - Grade 4 with Head of ELA (Yas American Academy)

Job DescriptionAldar Academies is currently seeking a Grade 4 Teacher with Head of ELA at Yas American Academy on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, commencing immediately.This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.Yas American Academy opened in September 2016 providing high quality education to the Emirate. The children are taught the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum - tailored to be meaningful to children attending the school, alongside the local curriculum of Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. Facilities at the school are excellent and include a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, well stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium and outdoor play areas.We provide a warm, friendly and supportive environment where students enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.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.Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES The purpose of this post is to contribute to the Department as a team player through collaboration and the development of best pedagogical practices. Teachers at Yas American Academy are responsible to have overall responsibility for maximizing learning opportunities for all students within the Department; teachers will have a positive impact on the whole school development through the delivery of high-quality outcomes for all students.Assist academy in achieving its overall vision and strategic intentions and to contribute to the achievement of relevant targets as set out in the academy's improvement plan and self-evaluation formComply with regulations pertaining to health and safety at work legislation and adhere to academy policies relating to safe working practice and equal opportunities regulationsComply with the academy's Performance Management Policy ensuring challenging annual targets are set and to fulfil the role of performance management reviewer if directed to do so by the PrincipalEngage in annual training linked to child protection, safeguarding and health and safety together with all training deemed appropriate for the purpose of academy improvement or performance managementComply with the academy's computer Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) at all timesAttend all staff briefings/Professional Development ActivitiesOversee the development and refreshing of curriculum unit planning within the faculty departmentCreate a climate that is conducive for outstanding Learning and Teaching by serving as a pedagogical coach and mentor of faculty in line with the school's performance management frameworkIdentifying clear learning objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessedSetting tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interestSetting appropriate and demanding targets and expectationsIdentifying SEN or very able studentsProviding clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challengeMaking effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of studyMaking effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and therefore deliver differentiated learning - matched to needEnsuring effective teaching and best use of available timeMaintaining an effective learning environment in accordance with the academy's procedures and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homeworkApply a variety of teaching methods to:use effective questioning and listen carefully to studentsselect appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, I.C.T. and other learning technologiesEnsuring students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taughtEvaluating own and others teaching critically to improve effectivenessEnsuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom supportMonitoring, Assessment, Recording, ReportingAssess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching;Mark and monitor students' work and set targets for progressUsing performance data to inform planning and therefore ensuring the Learning and Teaching continue to 'add valueAssess and record students' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and areas for development, inform planning and recognize the level at which the student is achievingUndertake assessment of students as requested by examination bodies, departmental and academy proceduresPrepare and present informative reports to parentsQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Minimum of a Bachelor degree and/ or PGCE EducationExperience in an international school is an advantageMinimum Experience:Minimum of 2 years experiencePrevious experience working with students whom English is not their first language is an advantageJob specific knowledge and skills:Knowledge of Common Core curriculum , however not essential as training will be provided.Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations relating to curriculum, assessment and compliance would be advantageousPersonal/ Leadership Qualities:Commitment to the ideals of international educationAbility to prioritize projects and tasksAbility to initiate and manage change in the work environmentAbility to identify problems, achieve effective solutions, resolve conflict, motivate staff and foster collaboration, and promote sound decision makingFlexibility, patience and egalitarian approachThis job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.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.