Join our pioneering team at Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School – Abu Dhabi

At Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School, we proudly introduce the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum integrated with the MoE curriculum in Abu Dhabi, offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Our approach to education is guided by a belief in excellence that is both distinctly Emirati and globally minded.

About KBZA:

As a pilot school under the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE), our mission is to pioneer a distinctly Emirati approach to public education—one that develops globally competitive, inquiring, and responsible students who embrace their national identity while engaging with the world with confidence and respect.

Our vision is to build a belief in a homegrown, globally competitive model of education that equips learners to excel as lifelong students, innovative thinkers, and active contributors to society—both locally and internationally.

By nurturing the whole child, we combine academic achievement, personal growth, and active community participation to inspire learners who think deeply, care genuinely, and contribute positively to the world around them.

Serving learners from KG to Grade 12, our facilities and programmes reflect our commitment to providing an inspiring environment for learning and development.

At KBZA School we uphold the highest standards of professional excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring our students and staff are well prepared for success in an ever-evolving global landscape.

Key Requirements:

• • Bachelor’s degree in education plus teaching qualification (or equivalent)
• • Higher degree or recognized professional qualification (preferred)
• • 3 to 5 years’ experience of teaching PYP
• • Minimum 2 years of experience as an Academic Coordinator or PYP Coordinator
• • In-depth knowledge of the PYP framework, assessment practices, and IB philosophy
• • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teachers and students
• • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents. Knowledge of Arabic language is preferred
• • Experience with curriculum development and unit planning, with an understanding of interdisciplinary learning
• • Data analysis skills to track student achievement and guide instructional practices
• • Commitment to professional development, including continuous learning about educational practices and the PYP
• • Proactive, flexible, and adaptable to change in a dynamic educational environment
• • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectively