Teacher - Design Technology - Yas American Academy(AY26/27)

JobsCloseBy Editorial Insights

Aldar Education seeks a strong Teacher of Design and Technology for Yas American Academy, Abu Dhabi, starting August 2026. The role covers Design and Technology teaching across KS3 KS5, with KS4/KS5 responsibilities, aligned to the UK National Curriculum and local context. You will prepare students for GCSE, A Level and BTEC pathways, lead hands-on learning, ensure safety and inclusivity, and employ digital tools to boost progress. Requirements: Bachelor’s in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent, minimum two years’ international school experience, strong EAL and differentiation skills. To apply: tailor your CV and cover letter to showcase curriculum expertise, lab management and leadership; include safeguarding training and police clearance; confirm UAE work eligibility. Aldar offers development opportunities and a collaborative network.

---

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Teacher - Design and Technology for Yas American Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing August 2026.

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. To inspire, engage, and challenge students in their formative years by creating a nurturing and play-based learning environment. To deliver high quality teaching and inclusive learning experiences that spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and support students’ academic, social, and personal development.

Teaching and Learning

•        Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across the science curriculum, delivering high quality teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5, including GCSE, A Level and BTEC pathways where appropriate.

•        Teach across the science disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics at Key Stage 3, with the ability to specialise in a subject area at Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 where required.

•        Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students’ scientific knowledge, investigative skills, critical thinking and understanding of real-world scientific applications.

•        Plan and deliver schemes of work aligned with the UK National Curriculum at KS3 and with the requirements of examination boards at KS4 and KS5.

•        Prepare students effectively for external qualifications including (I)GCSE, A Leve and BTEC science qualifications.

•        Promote scientific enquiry through practical investigations, experimentation, observation and data analysis.

•        Provide high quality guidance and feedback during coursework and practical assessments to ensure students meet examination requirements.

•        Plan lessons and sequences of learning that meet the needs of all learners, ensuring challenge and support across the full ability range.

•        Use assessment effectively to monitor student progress, inform planning and support students in achieving their potential.

•        Develop students’ independence, resilience and problem-solving skills through investigative and practical learning experiences.

•        Ensure that laboratories and science classrooms are organised effectively and that resources and displays support a stimulating and safe learning environment.

•        Maintain high standards of laboratory safety, ensuring students follow safe working practices when conducting practical investigations and using scientific equipment.

•        Use a range of teaching strategies, including digital technology and blended learning approaches, to enhance student engagement and progress.

•        Support the needs of all learners including POD (SEN), EAL and G&T students through effective differentiation and inclusive teaching practices.

•        Contribute to curriculum development within the science department, ensuring that the curriculum remains engaging, rigorous and aligned with developments in science education and industry.

Assessment, Progress and Achievement

•        Monitor and track student progress using assessment data to inform teaching and identify students who require additional challenge or support.

•        Provide clear and constructive feedback that supports students in improving their scientific knowledge, investigative skills and examination performance.

•        Prepare students effectively for internal and external assessments through structured guidance, revision strategies and exam preparation.

•        Contribute to departmental moderation and standardisation processes to ensure accurate and consistent assessment.

•        Support students in developing strong practical, analytical and evaluative skills required for GCSE, A Level and BTEC science qualifications.

 

Behaviour Management and Student Wellbeing

•        Follow the school’s behaviour policy and maintain high expectations for student conduct and engagement.

•        Manage classes effectively using positive behaviour strategies that support a focused and productive learning environment.

•        Build positive relationships with students, encouraging respect, responsibility and independence.

•        Act as a positive role model and uphold the values and ethos of the school.

•        Support the pastoral development of students and contribute to the wider wellbeing and safeguarding of all learners.

Professional Responsibilities and Wider Contribution

•        Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, clubs, competitions that extend students’ learning beyond the classroom.

•        Support whole-school initiatives and cross-curricular opportunities that promote creativity, sustainability, innovation and enterprise.

•        Participate in departmental planning, professional development and collaborative working with colleagues.

•        Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting and parent communication processes.

•        Carry out duties and responsibilities as directed in line with the school’s policies and expectations.

•        Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, child protection and professional conduct at all times.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Minimum Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a similar role.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Mandatory experience working in an international school.

• Experience working with students whom English is not their first language (EAL) students.

• To be approachable, professional, calm and knowledgeable.

• To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.

• Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.

• A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of children.

• Recent and consistent involvement in extra-curricular activities.

• A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.

• Warmth, empathy, credibility, self-belief, integrity, drive and child centered.

• To be able to prioritize workload and multitask.

• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a diverse multi-cultural environment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child cantered, 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. 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 lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Education is 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 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.