Art Teacher Basic

The role

Art Teacher at Hamdan Bin Zayed School, C2 & C3 in the United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will deliver a comprehensive arts programme across multiple grade levels, combining visual and performing arts instruction with a commitment to creativity, cultural awareness and inclusive teaching practices.

Key responsibilities

• Teach arts to students across various grade levels, ensuring lessons are well-planned, engaging and aligned with the curriculum.
• Provide instruction in arts theory and performing and visual arts techniques such as drawing, painting and sculpting.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel encouraged to participate, create and express themselves.
• Develop and implement hands-on projects, performances and exhibitions that inspire students to explore their artistic creativity.
• Guide students in the development of their artistic skills, providing constructive feedback to support individual progress.
• Provide individualised instruction that addresses each student’s unique strengths and areas for improvement.
• Incorporate global artistic traditions, cultural expressions and historical context into lessons to broaden students’ understanding and appreciation of the arts.
• Promote a diverse perspective on the arts, encouraging students to explore a variety of styles and traditions.
• Design and administer assessments that evaluate student progress in visual and performing arts.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments, projects and performances.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate achievements and areas for improvement to students and parents.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students, ensuring both struggling and advanced learners receive appropriate support.
• Implement strategies to accommodate students with diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to integrate arts education into interdisciplinary projects.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute ideas to improve the overall arts programme.
• Assist with the planning, organisation and delivery of extracurricular activities such as art clubs, theatre productions and exhibitions.
• Encourage student participation in regional, national and international arts competitions and festivals.