English Homeroom Teacher

Job description / Role

Job overview

Join our pioneering team at Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal School – Abu Dhabi

Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School is seeking a highly motivated and skilled English homeroom teacher to join our team in January 2026. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a pilot public school in Abu Dhabi with a mission to build belief in a distinctive Emirati model of education, rooted in national values, practices, and knowledge while aligned with the UAE public school curriculum.

Key requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited academic institution, with specialization in the assigned area of responsibility for KG, C1, C2, and C3.
• A UAE Ministry of Education teaching license is required.
• A minimum IELTS score of 6 or its equivalency for English medium subjects. (Native speakers of English are exempt.)
• Teaching experience of 3+ years is mandatory.
• Full-time school experience with responsibility for a full class of students during an academic year.
• Prior teaching experience in International Baccalaureate (IB) schools is highly desirable.
• The experience must be within the relevant age group and subject.
• Prior experience teaching in the UAE and knowledge of the local education system and cultural nuances are preferred.
• Knowledge of pedagogy, curriculum, assessment, student learning, management of student behaviour, teaching and learning strategies.
• Subject-specific knowledge.
• Leadership skills, including people management, student management, and classroom management.
• Relationship management skills with colleagues, parents, and students.
• Communication skills and ability to adapt to all levels.
• Organizational skills.
• Change management skills.
• Innovation and creativity.
• Emotional intelligence.

Why join us?

At KBZA, you will be part of a forward-thinking educational environment that:

• Values and integrates Emirati culture and heritage into learning
• Encourages innovation, collaboration, and professional growth
• Provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ academic and personal development

Application details

The closing date for applications is 30 November 2025. However, early applications are strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the deadline.

Please ensure you upload your updated CV and review the attached job description before applying.