The American School of Dubai (ASD) is a college-preparatory, PreK to G12, independent, not for profit, US curriculum school offering what is best about American education to provide learning experiences designed to promote the maximum potential of its students. We challenge and inspire each student to achieve their dreams and to become a passionate learner prepared to adapt and contribute in a rapidly changing world.
STANDARDS BASED STUDENT LEARNING SYSTEM The goals of the student learning program are established through strategic planning, and all program efforts and professional learning are aligned with these goals. ASD subscribes to the tenets laid out in Schooling by Design, supporting the idea that all learning decisions support the Mission. Continuous efforts are made to ensure that there is a common, inclusive, guaranteed and viable, standards-based curriculum that is documented, continuously reviewed and continually revised in order to improve student learning. The faculty work collaboratively in teams and departments in support of continuous student learning that is guided by our Learning Principles, our Student Profile and our Student-Centered Learning Continuum.
OUR CAMPUS ASD is located in a residential area within Dubai, the global business and cultural hub of the United Arab Emirates. The ASD campus is a 23-acre, million square foot, wireless, state-of-the-art facility and includes spaces designed to promote phenomenal learning experiences for approximately 2,000 students, representing over 70 nationalities. The campus offers 100 classrooms, an Early Learning Center, two libraries, multi-purpose rooms, a 630-seat performing arts theatre, a black box theatre, a field house, indoor and outdoor running tracks, a climbing wall, regulation soccer fields, playing fields and play areas, a dance studio, fitness center, two 25-meter swimming pools, six tennis courts and two cafeterias. The facilities provide for band and choir, offers five art studios, nine science labs, three maker/STEAM labs and a student-broadcasting studio.
INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING ASD is committed to academic excellence; providing an international perspective and a comprehensive education; and preparing every student to be future ready. ASD follows the common core and standards-based learning models for classroom instruction and student assessment, focusing on student mastery of concepts and skills. Flexible learning spaces in the Elementary School enhance the foundation of teaching and learning, and support co-teaching in K1 and K2 classes. The Middle School incorporates Design Thinking and inquiry based learning to allow the exploration of individual interests. The High School offers 25 AP classes, AP Capstone, distance learning, and INSPIRE global trips (cultural, eco-adventurous, or service learning experiences) to enhance the rich educational opportunities.
CAMPUS LIFE ASD students are engaged every day with learning beyond the classroom. The school provides a wide variety of activities for students, parents, faculty, and staff to foster and encourage a healthy lifestyle.
Visit asdubai.org to learn more.
Position Overview:
ASD High School English teachers are responsible for planning and implementing the educational teaching plan according to the school’s requirements and in compliance with the KHDA’s guideline for schools. He/she creates an educational atmosphere where knowledge and instruction are provided to students, and students are assessed in a variety of ways throughout the course of the year. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching reading and writing (both modern and classic literature) and using innovative ways to assess student learning and mastery. In addition, he/she should be able to effectively collaborate with other teachers to coordinate curriculum instruction and delivery. The ideal candidate will focus on skill development and will provide timely feedback to students for growth and improvement in a variety of ways and has the ability to teach grades 9-12.
Instructional Responsibilities:
● Have a passion for High School education
● Ensure effective delivery of the ASD curriculum
● Provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding their learning
● Maintain proficiency in school and subject related technologies as appropriate to enhance
and deliver instruction
● Provide a flexible classroom environment that is conducive to learning and supports a
student centered learning environment
● Effectively apply the most up-to-date, research-based strategies to address the needs of
diverse learners in a culture of transition and mobility.
● Ensure that all students experience appropriate levels of challenge at all times.
● Use the student assessment process to improve learning and teaching
● Maintain accurate up-to-date records of student progress and attendance
● Engage parents and students in the learning process through frequent, meaningful and
timely communication about student progress
● Contribute to department/team planning,, budgeting and other operational activities as
required
● Skillfully and positively contribute to the curriculum development and monitoring processes
● Think systematically, reflect on, and learn from practice and be willing to collaborate with
others to learn as a professional
● Engage with students in meaningful activities beyond the classroom which extend learning
experiences and meet the needs of students (advising, organizing field trips, sponsorship of
clubs, events, community service projects, etc.
● Supervise students as required by the immediate supervisor
● Actively support student’s social emotional learning and well-being personally and by
REVISED DATE 11/28/2021
contributing and participating in appropriate activities and programs as required
● Participate in the planning, implementation and execution of successful student programs such as Advisory and Week Without Walls, including chaperoning and leading related trips and activities.
Schoolwide Responsibilities:
● Engage with the administration in a committed effort to continue to grow as an educator
● Openly support and abide by all school policies and procedures
● Model the ‘Core Values’ in interactions with the school community
● Model the skills and attitudes of global citizenship, antiracism and intercultural sensitivity and
proactivity.
● Accept other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Required Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university
● A valid teaching certificate/license in content area and/or related field
● A minimum of two years, current, full-time related teaching experience with demonstrated
expertise in subject matter
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience teaching in an international/overseas setting
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
● Participation in current and relevant professional growth activities
● Demonstrate focused instruction and assessment of student learning
● Open-minded, eager and willing to collaborate in a team environment to plan and prepare for
effective instruction within the classroom
● Demonstrate commitment to personal continuous professional growth and development
● Develop and maintain effective working relationships
● Eager and willing to work in a collaborative team environment
● Represent ASD with students, parents, colleagues, and broader school community in a
professional manner
● Teaching experience in a North American educational environment
ASD employees are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All employees agree to abide by all child protection policies and procedures, and agree to participate in all child protection training as mandated by the School as a condition of employment.
Criminal background checks will be conducted on all candidates prior to confirmation of employment.
The American School of Dubai (ASD) is a college-preparatory, PreK to G12, independent, not for profit, US curriculum school offering what is best about American education to provide learning experiences designed to promote the maximum potential of its students. We challenge and inspire each student to achieve their dreams and to become a passionate learner prepared to adapt and contribute in a rapidly changing world.
STANDARDS BASED STUDENT LEARNING SYSTEM The goals of the student learning program are established through strategic planning, and all program efforts and professional learning are aligned with these goals. ASD subscribes to the tenets laid out in Schooling by Design, supporting the idea that all learning decisions support the Mission. Continuous efforts are made to ensure that there is a common, inclusive, guaranteed and viable, standards-based curriculum that is documented, continuously reviewed and continually revised in order to improve student learning. The faculty work collaboratively in teams and departments in support of continuous student learning that is guided by our Learning Principles, our Student Profile and our Student-Centered Learning Continuum.
OUR CAMPUS ASD is located in a residential area within Dubai, the global business and cultural hub of the United Arab Emirates. The ASD campus is a 23-acre, million square foot, wireless, state-of-the-art facility and includes spaces designed to promote phenomenal learning experiences for approximately 2,000 students, representing over 70 nationalities. The campus offers 100 classrooms, an Early Learning Center, two libraries, multi-purpose rooms, a 630-seat performing arts theatre, a black box theatre, a field house, indoor and outdoor running tracks, a climbing wall, regulation soccer fields, playing fields and play areas, a dance studio, fitness center, two 25-meter swimming pools, six tennis courts and two cafeterias. The facilities provide for band and choir, offers five art studios, nine science labs, three maker/STEAM labs and a student-broadcasting studio.
INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING ASD is committed to academic excellence; providing an international perspective and a comprehensive education; and preparing every student to be future ready. ASD follows the common core and standards-based learning models for classroom instruction and student assessment, focusing on student mastery of concepts and skills. Flexible learning spaces in the Elementary School enhance the foundation of teaching and learning, and support co-teaching in K1 and K2 classes. The Middle School incorporates Design Thinking and inquiry based learning to allow the exploration of individual interests. The High School offers 25 AP classes, AP Capstone, distance learning, and INSPIRE global trips (cultural, eco-adventurous, or service learning experiences) to enhance the rich educational opportunities.
CAMPUS LIFE ASD students are engaged every day with learning beyond the classroom. The school provides a wide variety of activities for students, parents, faculty, and staff to foster and encourage a healthy lifestyle.
Visit asdubai.org to learn more.
Position Overview:
ASD High School English teachers are responsible for planning and implementing the educational teaching plan according to the school’s requirements and in compliance with the KHDA’s guideline for schools. He/she creates an educational atmosphere where knowledge and instruction are provided to students, and students are assessed in a variety of ways throughout the course of the year. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching reading and writing (both modern and classic literature) and using innovative ways to assess student learning and mastery. In addition, he/she should be able to effectively collaborate with other teachers to coordinate curriculum instruction and delivery. The ideal candidate will focus on skill development and will provide timely feedback to students for growth and improvement in a variety of ways and has the ability to teach grades 9-12.
Instructional Responsibilities:
● Have a passion for High School education
● Ensure effective delivery of the ASD curriculum
● Provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding their learning
● Maintain proficiency in school and subject related technologies as appropriate to enhance
and deliver instruction
● Provide a flexible classroom environment that is conducive to learning and supports a
student centered learning environment
● Effectively apply the most up-to-date, research-based strategies to address the needs of
diverse learners in a culture of transition and mobility.
● Ensure that all students experience appropriate levels of challenge at all times.
● Use the student assessment process to improve learning and teaching
● Maintain accurate up-to-date records of student progress and attendance
● Engage parents and students in the learning process through frequent, meaningful and
timely communication about student progress
● Contribute to department/team planning,, budgeting and other operational activities as
required
● Skillfully and positively contribute to the curriculum development and monitoring processes
● Think systematically, reflect on, and learn from practice and be willing to collaborate with
others to learn as a professional
● Engage with students in meaningful activities beyond the classroom which extend learning
experiences and meet the needs of students (advising, organizing field trips, sponsorship of
clubs, events, community service projects, etc.
● Supervise students as required by the immediate supervisor
● Actively support student’s social emotional learning and well-being personally and by
REVISED DATE 11/28/2021
contributing and participating in appropriate activities and programs as required
● Participate in the planning, implementation and execution of successful student programs such as Advisory and Week Without Walls, including chaperoning and leading related trips and activities.
Schoolwide Responsibilities:
● Engage with the administration in a committed effort to continue to grow as an educator
● Openly support and abide by all school policies and procedures
● Model the ‘Core Values’ in interactions with the school community
● Model the skills and attitudes of global citizenship, antiracism and intercultural sensitivity and
proactivity.
● Accept other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Required Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university
● A valid teaching certificate/license in content area and/or related field
● A minimum of two years, current, full-time related teaching experience with demonstrated
expertise in subject matter
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience teaching in an international/overseas setting
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
● Participation in current and relevant professional growth activities
● Demonstrate focused instruction and assessment of student learning
● Open-minded, eager and willing to collaborate in a team environment to plan and prepare for
effective instruction within the classroom
● Demonstrate commitment to personal continuous professional growth and development
● Develop and maintain effective working relationships
● Eager and willing to work in a collaborative team environment
● Represent ASD with students, parents, colleagues, and broader school community in a
professional manner
● Teaching experience in a North American educational environment
ASD employees are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All employees agree to abide by all child protection policies and procedures, and agree to participate in all child protection training as mandated by the School as a condition of employment.
Criminal background checks will be conducted on all candidates prior to confirmation of employment.
