EAL/ELL Inclusion Teacher - August 2025

Dubai Heights Academy is seeking an experienced EAL/ELL Teacher to join our team from AUGUST 2025. Dubai Heights Academy Dubai Heights Academy is seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational EAL/ELL Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in a warm and welcoming environment located in the Al Barsha South area of Dubai. The school opened in 2017 and offers an inclusive, exciting, and outstanding education to an international community of students from FS1 to Year 12 (2025-2026), with plans to grow to Year 13. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities including separate buildings for each phase, a 380-seat auditorium, temperature-controlled swimming pools, fully equipped science and computer labs, specialist rooms for art, DT, music, and drama, a library, two multipurpose sports halls, a full-size football pitch, various outdoor play areas, and a spacious canteen. Dubai Heights Academy provides a curriculum that meets the needs of all students, following the National Curriculum for England, supplemented with Arabic language, Islamic Studies, Moral Education, and Social Studies. The school has partnered with MIT to develop a bespoke AI project-based programme for secondary students and an early language programme using social robots for primary students. We believe that every student deserves the best possible education, regardless of background and ability, captured in our school ethos of Every Child, Every Mind, and Everybody matters. Job Overview Dubai Heights Academy is seeking applications from dynamic and talented EAL/ELL teachers with excellent subject knowledge who can contribute to continued improvements in student progress and attainment. The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with students who have English as an Additional Language and coordinate provision to achieve outstanding progress.
• Have a passion for reaching young people who require language support to access mainstream education.
• Instill in students a love of learning.
• Value enrichment opportunities and be passionate about delivering a high-quality extra-curricular programme.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, sharing and reflecting upon their practice.
• Motivate learners to believe in themselves and the power of education.
• Hold high academic standards and support students in reaching them.
• Be dynamic in the classroom and able to adapt to various learning styles and needs.
• Have strong pastoral skills and experience supporting students with behavioral, social, and emotional differences.
• Use standardized assessments and screening tools to identify and meet students' learning needs.
• Set, support, and track progress against an Individual Language Plan.
• Engage English Language Learners through active learning opportunities.
• Coordinate and conduct Team Around the Child meetings (collaborative ILP meetings).
• Be confident in using learning technologies to support teaching and learning.
• Lead training sessions to upskill staff in supporting the needs of EAL/ELL students.

• A BEd. or degree and PGCE/PGDE or equivalent with exceptional subject knowledge.
• At least 3 years of prior teaching experience in English as an Additional Language.
• At least 3 years of experience with the National Curriculum for England (desirable).
• Experience offering language support across all key stages.

• A positive and innovative learning culture supported by students, staff, parents, and governors.
• A collaborative and supportive attitude among staff promoting teamwork and unity.
• A Senior Leadership team committed to promoting the best environment and outcomes for staff and students.

• Competitive tax-free salary.
• Medical insurance coverage.
• Discounted tuition fees for up to two children.
• End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.