Primary Computing Teacher (August 2025)
Full time
at RAK Academy - Al HamraUnited Arab Emirates
in
UAE
Posted on February 1, 2025
Job details
Salary: Competitive International Salary and Benefits package Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Start date: August 2025 Apply by: 6 February 2025
Job overview
RAK Academy We are seeking a dynamic and committed Primary Computer Science teacher to join us in August 2025. RAK Academy Family of Schools has grown significantly and our reputation for developing academic achievement is well known as one of the international schools of choice in Ras Al Khaimah. RAK Academy Al Hamra Located in the southern Ras Al Khaimah in Al Hamra Village, RAK Academy Al Hamra is a large primary school delivering an adapted UK National Curriculum from Pre-K to Grade 5 (FS1 to Year 6) and the UAE MOE subjects. RAK Academy Al Hamra is accredited by the British Schools Overseas (BSO), benchmarked against leading international British schools. Essential- Hold a first degree plus a post-graduate qualification in education (i.e. PGCE/GTP), with QTS. Exceptional candidates with a relevant degree in Computing and without a teaching qualification but with a strong passion for teaching will also be considered.
- Have a track record of excellent classroom and pedagogical practice and be able to engage, motivate and support children, staff, and parents.
- Have experience working with block-based programming languages such as Scratch. Experience with textual programming languages such as Python will be considered an added plus.
- Have experience working with microcontroller or robotic hardware such as BBC Micro:bit, Crumble, EV3, Sphero, etc.
- Be passionate about Computer Science, Programming, and Technology in general.
- Have a good ability to use IT to support teaching and learning.
- Be a reflective practitioner with the ability to think creatively and innovate and be a positive and enthusiastic member of staff.
- Be keen to be involved in extra-curricular activities and after-school programs.
- Most importantly, fully subscribe to the maxim that “all complex decision-making be based on what constitutes best practice for the child.”
- Tax-free salary including housing allowance.
- Annual travel allowance for self, spouse, and for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
- Medical insurance for self, spouse, and for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
- Visas for self, spouse, and for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
- Free education for up to two (2) dependent children aged 18 years and below.
- Access to our professional development opportunities.
About RAK Academy - Al Hamra
- RAK Academy - Al Hamra
- Minsk Street, Ras Al Khaimah
- United Arab Emirates
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