Assistant Principal - August 2026 - Alrayana Charter School

About Al Rayana Charter School

Al Rayana Charter School, located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, is a mixed-gender primary institution following the American curriculum housed in a modern facility. Committed to delivering excellence, the school fosters high-quality learning environments guided by its vision of creating a sustainable and innovative learning community. This vision is supported by the foundational principles of the Al Rayana Learner and Teacher DNA which inspire collaboration, leadership, and creativity among its school community.

This position presents an exciting opportunity to be a part of Aldar Education's prestigious network of schools and to influence the future direction of Abu Dhabi’s leading educational institutions. Successful candidates must align closely with the school’s core values and display a heartfelt respect and appreciation for the regional culture and ethos.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure high standards of conduct and performance for staff and students, maintaining a secure, orderly, and efficient learning atmosphere.
• Manage and support the implementation of the annual school assessment and monitoring calendar in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and departmental leaders.
• Partner with the Principal and Vice Principal to supervise and appraise teachers, supervisors, and curriculum support personnel.
• Lead recruitment efforts by screening and interviewing candidates for teaching and non-teaching roles, recommending suitable applicants for interviews.
• Drive initiatives to enhance student achievement aligned with the school development plan, ADEK guidelines, and Aldar Education directives, including school improvement strategies, standardized testing, remedial programs, and data management.
• Oversee the MAP/Exact Path student achievement framework, coordinate progress-based testing schedules, and manage assessment and reporting systems, data collection, student records, and archiving procedures.
• Collaborate with SLT on the adoption of new teaching methodologies, resources, and instructional programs.
• Support and develop continuing professional development (CPD) plans for staff, promoting professional growth and improving teaching effectiveness.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of required reports, forms, and data to designated authorities.
• Engage in collaboration with other administrators and staff to enhance team effectiveness and school operations.
• Carry out additional tasks as assigned by the School Principal.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or a Bachelor of Science degree supplemented with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is mandatory; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of six years of professional experience, including at least four consecutive years where teaching performance consistently surpasses standards as demonstrated through appraisals.
• At least two years of experience in a middle management leadership role within an educational setting.
• Proven track record in spearheading school initiatives that have successfully raised educational standards and student performance.
• Experience in collaborating with parents and external agencies.