Early Years/Primary Ministry Teacher

About Australian International School Sharjah

Located in Sharjah, UAE, Australian International School Sharjah offers an English-medium international curriculum to a diverse student population. The school emphasizes holistic growth, blending academic rigor with character formation and global citizenship. It fosters a multicultural environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and respect for various cultures and beliefs.

Role Overview

We are searching for a dedicated Early Years/Primary Ministry Teacher who values learning through play, exploration, movement, music, and interactive hands-on activities. This role involves designing and delivering engaging lessons that nurture students' spiritual, moral, and ethical growth while complying with school policies and local educational guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver developmentally suitable lessons in Ministry Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies aligned with school and regulatory standards.
• Support spiritual, moral, and ethical development of students.
• Develop inclusive learning experiences tailored for Early Years and Primary students, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Utilize creative teaching methods such as songs, dance, storytelling, role play, sensory activities, inquiry-based learning, and hands-on exploration.
• Establish stimulating classroom environments encouraging exploration, discovery, and purposeful play.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues to foster collaborative learning.
• Employ formative assessments to guide instruction and celebrate student progress.
• Create classrooms that respect and embrace cultural and belief diversity.
• Exhibit effective organizational, classroom management, and time management skills.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Official eligibility to teach Ministry subjects under local education regulations.
• Proven experience teaching Early Years and Primary level students.
• Experience managing diverse learners including those with SEN through differentiated instruction.
• Intermediate proficiency in spoken and written English for effective communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development and age-appropriate pedagogical practices.

Additional Information

Applications are only accepted via email submission including a cover letter and CV sent to the school recruitment address.