Lower Elementary Teacher

Position Description Location Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia School / Site American School Dharan Division / Department Elementary School Position Type Teacher Subject / Stages Works days / Hours 191 Days @ 8 Hours per day Position status Full Time Salary code Teacher Eligible Applicants International, Saudi, Dependent Position start date August 1, 2027 Application deadline November 29, 2026 Reports To Susan Jarnot-Benthem, ES/MS Principal Requisition Number 03-2PHONE_NUMBER Summary We are looking for a qualified and passionate elementary teacher, who will be part of our excellent educational program. The position carries responsibility for delivering an American-based curriculum to elementary students. Position Duties The successful candidate will be able to effectively: • Demonstrate commitment to the safety and security of children and young people ( child protection ). • Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum. • Deliver an active, hands-on and student-centered programme to promote learning to elementary student. • Maintain students' attendance records, grades and other required records. • Evaluate and grade students class works and assignments. • Compile, administer, and grade examinations. • Observe, monitor and record student progress. • Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class. • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. • Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction. • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. • Support district and school initiatives with professionalism. • Demonstrate creativity. • Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. • Provide supervision to student after school activity or coach/assistant coach the athletic team. • Maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff at all times. • Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and/or the assistant principal. Qualifications and Knowledge The ideal candidate will have: • Minimum of bachelor s degree, master s degree is preferred. • Certification as an elementary teacher, Certification as an ELL (English Language Learner) teacher is preferred. Experience and Skills The ideal candidate will have: Experience • Experience as an elementary teacher. Skills • Sound knowledge of elementary school courses. • Excellent command of English, both written and oral. • Highly-developed classroom management skill. • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. • Maturity to handle a range of situations. • Sound knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office. • Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality. • Minimum of bachelor s degree, master s degree is preferred. • Certification as an elementary teacher, Certification as an ELL (English Language Learner) teacher is preferred. Experience • Experience as an elementary teacher. Skills • Sound knowledge of elementary school courses. • Excellent command of English, both written and oral. • Highly-developed classroom management skill. • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. • Maturity to handle a range of situations. • Sound knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office. • Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality.