Head Teacher - English Language Arts (American Curriculum)📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
Noon - Education for Everyone is seeking a Head Teacher for English Language Arts (ELA) to play a key role in establishing and leading a new American high school in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This position involves contributing to the foundational development of an academic program, shaping a rigorous, engaging, and technology-enabled ELA curriculum. The role requires redefining teaching practices within a hybrid learning model that integrates remote educators, in-class facilitators, and technology.
The Head of ELA will be responsible for the comprehensive development of the ELA program, including curriculum design, instructional methodologies, assessment strategies, pacing, and ongoing teacher support. A significant aspect of this role includes directly teaching one of the ELA courses, actively shaping the educational offering.
Key Responsibilities
- Design the ELA course, including its curriculum, units, lesson plans, assessments, and homework, for Noon's hybrid teaching platform. Initial focus will be on development for Grade 9 and 10, launching in Fall 2026.
- Lead, train, and facilitate other ELA teachers in the effective delivery of the designed content.
- Deliver one section of the online ELA lessons, commencing in August, ensuring alignment with established curriculum and learning outcomes.
- Continuously design, adapt, and improve lessons and teaching materials.
- Utilize EdTech and digital tools to enhance student engagement, facilitate differentiation, and promote active participation.
- Collaborate with the broader team to refine curriculum, delivery methods, and overall learning journeys.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Proven experience in designing International American high school ELA curriculum aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
- Demonstrated experience in designing and/or delivering ELA curriculum for students for whom English is a second language.
- A recognized teaching qualification, such as a BA/MA in the subject area, TESOL, or CELTA.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience.
- Ability to work full-time, Sunday to Thursday (GMT +3), with potential flexibility for a half-day Sunday morning and half-day Friday if preferred.
- Experience teaching online groups of 5 or more students.
- Must be a native English speaker from an English-speaking country (*, US, UK, South Africa, Australia).
- Possession of reliable internet connectivity and a professional video setup.
Required Skills
- Expertise in designing International American high school ELA curriculum aligned to CCSS standards.
- Proficiency in developing and delivering ELA curriculum for English Language Learners (ELL).
- Skilled in the application of EdTech and digital tools for educational purposes.
- Familiarity with AI or emerging EdTech tools and resources for teaching ELA.
- Arabic language ability is considered highly advantageous.
- Experience in designing and/or delivering ELA curriculum within a Muslim context is highly advantageous.
Work Environment and Context
This role offers flexibility and may be remote or hybrid for individuals based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Noon is an established edtech platform in the Middle East, aiming to transform the physical classroom experience through engaging social, group-based learning and AI. The company has secured significant funding to expand its reach and impact, with a mission to provide access to the best teachers for every student, even virtually, by blending AI, peer-to-peer learning, and physical space design.
The work type is full-time. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter comfortable with the challenge of end-to-end program development, teacher training, and course delivery. They should be passionate about shaping the future of education and eager to integrate cutting-edge technological tools and methodologies. This role is particularly suited for experienced Heads of ELA from American International schools seeking a challenging opportunity to build something new and innovative.
Requirements
- Requires +10 Years experience
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