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EYFS Teacher - Al Ain Academy

Aldar Academies is currently seeking Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher at Al Ain Academy in Al Ain commencing September 2023.

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.

Al Ain Academy opened in September 2011 providing high-quality education to the region. The children are taught the English National Curriculum – tailored to be meaningful to children living in Al Ain, 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, a well-stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium, and outdoor play areas.

We provide a warm, friendly and supportive environment where pupils enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.

In a short period, the school has achieved outstanding levels of progress and attainment, supported by rigorous tracking of assessment data. We have highly dedicated and talented staff, mainly from the UK, who work in partnership with parents to ensure success for all.

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.

Posted: January 2023
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LocationAl Ain, United Arab Emirates
Start DateAugust 2023
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

Aldar Academies are a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training. 

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both leads and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Academies are keen to hear from like-minded, forward-thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.

This 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 they apply to 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
Additional School Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject with PGCE or other teacher qualification.

Minimum Experience:

  • Very good/outstanding teacher 
  • Teaching across ability ranges with proven success 
  • Experience working in more than one International School 
  • Experience teaching IB and I/GCSE 
  • Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations 
  • Commitment to the school’s vision and IB Philosophy and Mission Statement 
  • Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student 
  • Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations and be resilient 
  • Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
  • A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check