Upper Elementary Teacher

Hiring category: International & Saudi / GCC National Upper Elementary Teacher American School Dhahran (ASD) November 5, 2026 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 Position start date August 1, 2027 Application deadline December 5, 2026 Reports To Susan Jarnot-Benthem, ES/MS Principal Requisition Number 03-2728-012 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 expected to: - 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 program to promote learning to elementary students. - Maintain students' attendance records, grades, and other required records. - Evaluate and grade students' class works and assignment. - 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 students “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 Assistant Principal or 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.

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 program to promote learning to elementary students. Maintain students' attendance records, grades, and other required records. Evaluate and grade students' class works and assignment. 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 students “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 Assistant Principal or Principal.