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Head of Arabic

Taaleem Ajyal Schools requires an experienced Head of Arabic to join a Public-Private Partnership Elementary School in the UAE, in August 2024.

As a leading education provider in the Middle East, Taaleem is continuing to support the UAE Vision and National Agenda 2021, establishing a unique partnership between the government and the private sectors. We currently manage and operate several private-public partnership schools in the UAE, to raise the quality of education; playing a significant role in shaping the present and future lives of Emirati youth.

From August 2022, Taaleem will manage four Emirates Schools Establishment campuses located in Dubai, Sharjah, Ras al Khaimah and Fujairah. This exciting project will be the newest addition to an already successful partnership with the UAE Government, expanding Taaleem's portfolio of private-sector-run government schools into the Northern Emirates of the UAE.

Who is Taaleem?

As a Taaleem senior leader, you will join one of the largest, most respected education providers in the United Arab Emirates. Taaleem (which means ‘education’ in Arabic’) was established in 2004 and now has 9,000 students attending our 11 international schools and pre-schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Taaleem is also one of the Middle East’s leading IB workshop providers for PYP, MYP, DP, and IBCP. We began training in 2009 and have enrolled over 3500 participants to date.

We recruit the very best international leaders and teachers who can deliver our international curricula in a creative, collaborative, and highly engaging manner. Taaleem is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents.

To apply:

Please complete an application via the link below and upload an up-to-date CV for consideration.

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices about child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

Posted: March 2024

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Location	Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Start Date	August 2024
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Elementary
Monthly Salary	USD 0
Number of Vacancies	2

Job Benefits

We offer:

Supportive staff who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals
An extensive induction programme
A school where people can develop and thrive in a caring, fun and nurturing environment
The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students
A competitive tax-free salary and international package which includes accommodation/housing allowance, annual flight allowance and medical insurance
Ongoing professional development opportunities
The full support of the wider network of Taaleem schools

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	Education, Arabic Studies
Additional School Requirements
Who are we looking for? Head of Arabic - Dubai/Northern Emirates We are seeking an outstanding and dedicated Head of Arabic who is committed to the long-term goals of this project. We are looking to hire a Head of Arabic who believes they can make a difference to their students, who understands that change is a process, and who wants to take an active role in sharing their expertise as the team moves towards achieving its shared goals. The projected growth of Taaleem will offer a broad range of exciting opportunities in the coming years. You will: Have a relevant Teaching Qualification / License and experience leading the Arabic department Possess recent successful experience of teaching Arabic to students in Grades 1-5 Have experience teaching and leading in an American curriculum school setting Be an outstanding and inspirational senior leader Have a flexible and enthusiastic approach with a can-do ethos Be an innovative and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn, adaptable, motivated by challenge, and an excellent and engaging classroom practitioner Be available for an August 2024 start

About the School

As a leading education provider in the Middle East, Taaleem is supporting the UAE Vision and National Agenda 2021, and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in their commitment to establishing a “First Rate Education System” for all students. We currently manage and operate 8 ESE public-private partnership schools in the UAE, to raise the quality of education; playing a significant role in shaping the present and future lives of Emirati youth. Al Maktoum Primary School, Al Diyafah Street, Al Satwa Al Qarayan C1 School, Al Qarayan, Sharjah Al Mataf C1 School, RAK Al Furqan C1 School, East Sharjah Sheikha Mariam C1 School, Sharjah Wadi Al Helo C1, Kalba Omar Abdul Aziz C1, Ajman Lubna Bent Hubab C1, Dibba Due to the success of Taaleem's Ajyal Generation School project, this summer 2024, we will be awarded 2 new additional campuses and we are therefore looking for outstanding educators to join our growing family! We are seeking dedicated, resilient teachers who are committed to the long-term goals of this project. We would like to recruit individuals who believe they can make a difference to their students, who understand that change is a process, and who want to take an active role in sharing their expertise as the team moves towards achieving its shared goals. Taaleem Teachers inspire young minds. As a Taaleem teacher, you will join one of the largest, most-respected education providers in the United Arab Emirates. Taaleem (which means ‘education’ in Arabic) was established in 2004 and we recruit the very best teachers who can deliver our international curricula in a creative, collaborative, and highly engaging manner. The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates, and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity, and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programs lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfillment, and a love of lifelong learning in every one of our students. Taaleem is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents. Aside from your qualifications, personality is very important, we look for inspirational teachers who leave a lasting impression on students for years to follow. If you’re able to demonstrate outstanding standards of teaching and learning, with a passionate, enthusiastic, creative, and dynamic attitude then we want to hear from you!