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Lower Elementary School Homeroom Teacher

American International School Riyadh

On-site🇸🇦Riyadh, 01, Saudi ArabiamidSAR 13,802–18,603/moPosted 30d+ ago

Visa & sponsorship

  • Employers in Saudi Arabia sponsor the residence visa by default, and nothing in the posting says otherwise.

Job description

The American International School - Riyadh is seeking a licensed full-time Elementary School Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year. Please only apply if you meet the minimum criteria below; candidates who do not meet the minimum criteria will not be considered.

The AIS-R Teacher The Purpose of the AIS-R Teacher:

To cause thinking, learning and action; to cultivate inquisitive, independent, and resilient learners who inspire positive change in their communities. Qualifications

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree and valid teaching certificate (North American or equivalent certification).

  • Certification in subject area and/or grade level is required.

  • Master’s degree in Education or related field preferred.

  • A proven record of excellence in prior teaching posts for a minimum of two years (full-time, K-12 teaching).

  • Expertise in subject matter.

  • Fluency in English.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Reports to:

Designated Divisional Principal(s)

The Understandings, Skills, Values, and Mindset of an AIS-R Teacher are:

  • A continuous learner, a model of AIS-R’s Core Values, committed to the AIS-R Mission and the Profile of an Exemplary Educator.

  • A qualified and dedicated global citizen and educator who is genuinely passionate about teaching and learning.

  • An attitude of respect, open-mindedness, adaptability, resilience and commitment to life-long learning and continual professional development.

  • Understands and implements AIS-R’s Core Competencies for Faculty.

  • Keeps up to date with AIS-R policies and expectations; fulfills all expectations as outlined in the Faculty/Staff Handbook, and makes a difference beyond the school day.

  • Meets professional duties effectively and adheres to the AIS-R Code of Conduct, professional dress code, and Child Safeguarding agreements.

  • Understands and implements student safeguarding practices, including mandatory reporting as well as participation in any inquiry regarding an AIS-R community member.

  • Understands and supports the school in creating a positive, nurturing and engaging environment that addresses the individual needs of each student.

  • Designs and delivers lessons, content and materials, in line with AIS-R’s standard curriculums and teaching standards, and utilizes various learning mediums to meet differences in learning preferences.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of student individual strengths, interests, motivations and abilities and plans coherent instruction in order to challenge and support student learning and well-being.

  • Maintains effective classroom control, organization and management.

  • Manages student behavior, keeps records of behavior, and monitors progress.

  • Creates a caring, respectful student-centered environment conducive to developmentally appropriate learning.

  • An engaging presence in the classroom, plans and prepares coherent learning plans with clearly defined outcomes aligned with subject level standards and benchmarks using the Understanding by Design framework.

  • Systematically gathers, analyzes, and utilizes all relevant data to measure and facilitate student academic progress.

  • Clearly communicates learning targets and assessment criteria.

  • Prioritizes instructional strategies aligned with AIS-R’s Learning Principles.

  • Assesses student learning with clear criteria that are aligned with learning goals.

  • Collaborates with colleagues, parents and the community members to collectively advance our mission and enhance student learning.

  • Organizes, plans and runs clubs/after school activities as a part of AIS-R’s co-curricular program.

  • Engages in the school’s professional development program and professional growth & evaluation process.

  • Partners with families through ongoing communication, conferences and the accurate reporting of student progress honoring divisional reporting timelines/expectations.

  • Honors AIS-R policies and procedures and maintains a high standard of personal conduct.

Terms of Employment and Additional Responsibilities

: Salary is assigned from the Faculty salary schedule; the contract term is 190 days. Compensation will be determined based on the established Faculty salary schedule.

Contractual hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (5:00 pm on Tuesdays)

Faculty are expected to fulfill duties that extend beyond the school day, including commitments to after-school activities (ASAs), after-school learning (ASL), and coaching (requirement for Physical Education teachers).

All PE teachers are required to coach at least one sport in AIS-R’s Athletics program annually.

Learning and Growth:

Performance is appraised through the AIS-R Professional Growth and Evaluation framework and in accordance with school policy by the designated Supervisor.