We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Arabic Teacher to join our growing school community in Amaala, Saudi Arabia. This is a startup environment with a diverse, multilingual student population and a strong focus on flexibility, collaboration, and inclusive practice.
The Arabic Teacher will deliver highquality Arabic language instruction to both native and nonnative speakers, often within multigrade classes where students of different ages, stages, and language profiles may learn together. In the lower years, native and nonnative Arabic speakers will be taught in the same class, requiring strong differentiation skills and flexible planning. In older years, classes may be separated by language profile depending on student numbers, though combined classes may still be required.
Arabic is a national subject in Saudi Arabia, and the role requires careful alignment of the Saudi national curriculum objectives within the school’s International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and philosophy
Key responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging Arabic lessons for native and nonnative speakers across a range of ages and abilities
Differentiate effectively within multigrade classes to ensure age and gradelevel objectives are met
Develop parallel or differentiated planning where native and nonnative learners are taught within the same class
Align Arabic teaching with Saudi national requirements while embedding IB approaches to teaching and learning
Collaborate closely with colleagues, including homeroom teachers
Contribute flexibly to the wider life of the school as needs evolve
Profiles we are recruiting for
This is a joint recruitment process for two Arabic teaching roles Final allocation will depend on student numbers and school needs. Candidates are asked to indicate their preference, strongest experience area and willingness to do each role.
Profile 1 – Older students (PYP/MYP focus)
Students aged approximately 7–16
Predominant focus on native Arabic speakers in the PYP from Grade 2 upwards
MYP Language & Literature classes for native speakers and Language Acquisition classes for nonnative Arabic speakers
Profile 2 – Early Years and Primary
Students aged approximately 1–11
Combined native and nonnative Arabic up to age 6
Nonnative Arabic for ages 7–11
Requires a warm, playful, and nurturing approach with younger children
Due to cultural expectations, a female profile is preferred for this role
Essential requirements
Degree in Arabic
Nativelevel Arabic proficiency, with a high level of English highly valued for school communication
Ability to teach both native and nonnative Arabic speakers
Strong experience or confidence working in multigrade classrooms
Flexibility to adapt to changing class structures and student numbers
Willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities in a startup school environment
Desirable
Experience with the International Baccalaureate (PYP and/or MYP)
Ability to also teach Islamic Studies, providing additional staffing flexibility
Experience supporting wider school activities beyond core teaching duties
Saudi nationality and/or experience working in the country
What we are looking for
Adaptability and resilience
Cultural sensitivity
A teamoriented, collaborative mindset
Initiative and openness to building something new
Why join us
Unique opportunity to help shape a new IB school from the ground up
Stateoftheart facilities in a premium, purposebuilt resort destination
Part of the SEK Education Group, with access to professional learning and international expertise
A closeknit school community making a meaningful difference for families relocating to the region
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