Instructional Coach – Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej – August 2026

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.Taaleem is looking for qualified, enthusiastic, and passionate Instructional Coach to join our Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej for an August 2026. Dubai Schools:The Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become independent and empathetic learners. We offer an American education that will be guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values which will foster future-ready graduates, driven by pride and tolerance.The main objective of the Dubai Schools Al Barsha, Al Khawaneej and Nad al Sheba Projects is to create a mutually beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that ensures Dubai’s aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in ‘Good+’ rated schools. Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.Job Purpose:The Teaching, Learning and Innovation Lead is primarily responsible for coaching Primary or Secondary School teachers to improve their practice so that they can consistently deliver high quality lessons. The Teaching, Learning and Innovation Lead is a member of the Primary/Secondary Senior Leadership Team (P/S-SLT).Key Relationships (Internal and External):Teachers, Head of Early Years, Head of Arabic Subjects, Assistant Head of Primary, Deputy Head of PrimaryKey Accountabilities:Coaching all Grade teachers.Support Head of Arabic Studies with coaching of Arabic and Islamic teachers.Modelling of Outstanding lessons.Attend weekly Middle Leadership Team meetings.High Quality T&L approach.Lead, co-teach, promote and oversee Innovation Hub.Promote and lead Social, Environmental and Innovation initiatives.Participate in termly lesson observations and regular learning walks.Develop a professional development plan for the school and source appropriate provision.Assist with induction for new staff.Contribute to Strategic Planning (SDP).Teach up to 10 lessons per week as a non-homeroom teacher.Other duties as directed by the Principal, Head of Primary – SecondaryPerson Specification:Education: Bachelor’s Degree with evidence of further study or Professional DevelopmentExperience: A minimum of five years’ teaching and prior leadership responsibility.Competencies: An outstanding teacher. Excellent organisational skills.A sound understanding of the US Curriculum pedagogy. Leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.Demonstrate professionalism, commitment and integrity.What We Offer:Teaching Staff are offered two-year contracts, which can be extended by further periods of up to two years, on the recommendation of the Principal. Salaries are awarded on the basis of