Lower Elementary School Homeroom Teacher

**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.