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Non-Native Secondary Arabic Teacher

Aspen Heights Educational Facilities Management Sole Proprietorship LLC
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Date Added: Feb 3, 2025

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 Arabic Teacher Role Profile

 

Purpose of Role

 

The purpose of the role of Arabic Teacher is to share the responsibility for planning, teaching and assessments of the subjects assigned that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. They must take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy and articulacy as well as set high expectations and standards which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. The Arabic Teacher will be a suitably qualified educator with a proven capacity to lead and effectively deliver teaching and learning to a very high standard. They will be accountable for ensuring that children are inspired, motivated and equipped to make as much progress with their learning as possible and as independently as possible. The incumbent will work closely with colleagues and support the work of the school. They will require initiative, be empathetic and proactive, with a personable and positive character. The post holder will be required to have a positive impact on the work of the school e.g. through subject leadership and extra-curricular activities.

 

About the School:

Aspen Heights British School (AHBS) is an ambitious and high achieving British International School on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. Families choose our school because we focus on 3 core aims:

 

        Positive relationships and respectful communication are the building blocks of our school.

        Purposeful, engaging and meaningful learning is at the heart of our work.

        We support all children to make remarkable progress by personalising their learning opportunities. 

 

Staff choose our school because we are committed to staff development, growth and retention. As a growing school we have many opportunities for staff professional development. Aspen colleagues feel a high degree of professional satisfaction as they are empowered to impact on the improvement and development of our school, and as a result staff retention is high.

 

We are delighted you are considering a position in our supportive, hardworking team.

 

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

 

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

 

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

 

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

 

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

 

Arabic Teacher Key Responsibilities

The Arabic teacher will plan the teaching to achieve progression of learning through identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught through:

 

        Setting tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest

        Setting clear targets, building on prior progress and attainment

        Identifying SEN/EAL pupils

        Providing clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation and challenge

        Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of program of study

        Maintaining high standards of work and homework

        Using a variety of teaching methods to match approach to content, structure information and present information.

        Use effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils, give attention to errors and misconceptions

        Select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, I.C.T. and other sources

        Ensuring pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught

        Ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support

        Encouraging pupils to think and talk about their learning, develop self-control and independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively

        Involved in developing, implementing and monitoring subject policy and to assist in the production of such documentation when required

        Ensures that the children’s work is marked, displayed and presented to a high standard in the classroom and throughout the school and are changed regularly

        Consistently and diligently apply and uphold the rules of the school in order to maintain discipline, dress code and to ensure the happiness, safety and well-being of all pupils and community

        Maintains, with the rest of the staff, high standards of conduct both in and out of the classroom, acting in a way that is honest, justifiable and in the best interests of the pupils

        Maintains smart and professional standards of appearance with particular attention to, and awareness of, cultural sensitivities

        Supports the School Improvement Plan in relation to the curriculum and the continuing improvement of student achievement

 

Monitoring, Assessing, Recording and Reporting

        Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of personal teaching to maintain high standards and ensure student progression

        Evaluates own teaching critically to improve effectiveness

        Participates in classroom observation of colleagues (peer observations) when required and participates in observations by peers

        Submits books, records or planning as required for monitoring by colleagues or SLT

        Marks and monitors pupils' work and regularly set targets for progress

        Assesses and records pupils' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed, monitors strengths and weaknesses

        Plans and recognizes the level at which the pupil is achieving;

        Undertakes assessment of students as requested through departmental and school procedures

        Prepares and presents informative reports to parents

        Regularly assesses the pupils’ work by means of formal and informal termly, half termly assessment and end of units as directed by SLT

        Communicates with the school SENCO and Head of Key Stage regarding any pupil whose progress or behaviour gives cause for concern

        Keeps records and ensures that they are available for sharing with colleagues and / or inspection by members of the SLT, ISP and ADEK Inspection team

        Assists with the resourcing of the subjects taught, as directed by the Head of Key Stage/department

Curriculum Development

        Within a team, develops plans that identify clear targets and success criteria for the development and maintenance of the school’s curriculum

        Contributes to the whole school's planning activities

Directed Time

        Ensures attendance in school between stipulated hours and to attend all meetings/functions deemed to be directed time, including two extracurricular activities and one planning session every week.

Punctuality

        Set high standards with regard to punctuality and to encourage the same from the pupils and colleagues

        Enters student attendance in the system and notifies the Parent Relations Executive if there are any absences or late comers

Health and Safety

        Emphasizes the importance of safety in all areas of the curriculum, communicating to the pupils the importance of a responsible attitude towards personal safety, the safety of others and respect for Aspen Heights British School’s property and equipment

        Perform all playground duties on time and with due diligence to safeguard Aspen students

        Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

        Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are being followed

        Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school

 

Communication with Parents

        Communicates with parents on a regular, informal basis and to deal with day to day queries

        Attends Parents’ Evenings as required and to provide accurate, honest information regarding the progress of individuals at these meetings

        Reports to the parents in the form of written reports twice yearly or when required by the SLT

Staff Development, ECA & Cover

        Attends and participates fully, in Staff Development, staff meetings and briefings as set

        Provides cover for absent colleagues as and when necessary

        Contributes to the extra-curricular activity program to enrich the school experience for the pupils as reasonably directed by the SLT and ECA Coordinator

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

        Bachelor degree in Education

        PG diploma/ QTS

        2 years’ school experience

        English & Arabic is mandatory

 

Competencies:

        General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in laboratory teaching

        Ability to deal effectively with students and teachers

        Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment safely

        Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers and students

        Proven laboratory management skills

        Ability to instruct and assist students

        Knowledge and understanding of the School Laboratory Improvement Process

        Excellent knowledge in creating and following the Laboratory Usage Manual

        Data managing skills – to track records of the students

        Knowledge of Health and Safety awareness of using the laboratory

        External Safety Certification

        Willingness to undertake appropriate Professional Development

        Good oral and written communication skills

        Willing attitude to be a part of the school team

        Strong sense of professionalism

        Safeguarding and welfare of children

        Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form

        A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills

        Behavior management

Attributes:

        Empathetic listener

        Integrity and confidentiality

        Internationally minded

        Emotional intelligence

        Intercultural awareness, creative

        Flexible and a can-do attitude

 

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

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