27-29 Elementary School Homeroom Teacher

Location:
Dar Essalam American School, Rabat, Morocco Type: Full time Starting date: August 2027 Academic year: 2027-2029 Division: Early Childhood and Elementary School, PK3 through Grade 5 Reports to: Elementary School Principal Works with: Grade level colleagues, specialist teachers, teaching assistants, and student support staff Grade assignment: Assigned homeroom within Grade 1-5 Position purpose The Elementary School Homeroom Teacher creates a safe, caring, and academically strong classroom where every student is known and supported. The teacher plans and delivers the assigned grade curriculum, develops foundational literacy and numeracy, and supports students' academic, social, and emotional growth. Strong relationships with families and collaboration with colleagues are central to the role. The Profile of a DAS Teacher guides professional practice: student-centered learning, meaningful relationships, the DAS 5Cs, the DAS identity, reflection and professional growth, and contribution to the school community. The teacher supports the school's American standards-based curriculum, respects its Moroccan context, and values its multilingual and international community. Professional collaboration and growth
• Participate actively in the DAS professional growth and appraisal process through reflection, goal setting, classroom observations, feedback, and professional learning aligned with the Profile of a DAS Teacher.
• Plan collaboratively with grade level colleagues and specialist teachers. Work with the Elementary School leadership to implement agreed curriculum, instructional, and assessment expectations consistently.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, where assigned, to plan purposeful support for students and maintain clear classroom routines and responsibilities.
• Use student learning evidence and feedback to improve practice. Contribute to team meetings, curriculum development, and the implementation of the Major Learning Plan. Teaching and learning
• Plan units and lessons from curriculum standards and intended learning outcomes, using assessment to guide planning. Teach foundational literacy, numeracy, and other assigned subjects through developmentally appropriate explicit instruction, inquiry, and practice.
• Design engaging learning that develops student voice, choice, reflection, and independence. Integrate Caring, Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Creativity, authentic applications, and purposeful use of technology.
• Use formative and summative assessments, student work, and relevant standardized assessment data to monitor progress, adjust instruction, and provide useful feedback. Maintain accurate assessment records and communicate progress against agreed expectations.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners, including students developing English proficiency. Collaborate with language and learning support staff, counselors, and the school's student support team to implement agreed support plans. Students and school culture
• Know students as individuals and build a respectful, inclusive classroom that supports belonging, emotional safety, curiosity, and appropriately high expectations for learning and behavior.
• Maintain clear routines, accurate attendance, punctuality, and active supervision. Apply agreed behavior procedures, document concerns, and seek support from Elementary School leadership when needed.
• Follow safeguarding, professional boundaries, health and safety, and incident reporting procedures. Report concerns promptly through designated school processes and maintain confidentiality. Family and community relationships
• Build respectful, responsive relationships with parents and caregivers, recognizing their knowledge of their children and the diversity of the school community.
• Communicate regularly and clearly about learning, progress, expectations, and concerns through approved school platforms, reports, and conferences. Protect student confidentiality and follow through on commitments.
• Partner with families to support learning and wellbeing. Address routine concerns constructively and involve the Elementary School Principal in complex or unresolved matters. Community contribution and professional responsibilities
• Contribute to school improvement, collaborative planning, and the Major Learning Plan. Model professionalism, integrity, reliability, and openness to feedback.
• Participate in school events, activities, service opportunities, and supervision duties as assigned, contributing meaningfully to the life of the DAS community.
• Maintain organized learning spaces, accurate records, and responsible use of resources. Follow the Professional Handbook, Code of Conduct, and agreed school procedures. Qualifications and experience
• A bachelor's degree in education or a relevant field and a recognized teaching qualification appropriate to the assigned grade.
• Successful teaching experience in elementary education with knowledge of children's academic, social, and emotional development.
• Strong understanding of standards-based planning, literacy and numeracy instruction, assessment, inquiry, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practice.
• Strong English communication, organization, collaboration, and relationship building skills, including constructive communication with families.
• Ability to use student learning evidence and appropriate digital tools to support teaching, assessment, and communication.
• Commitment to safeguarding, professional ethics, cultural responsiveness, reflection, and ongoing professional learning. International school experience is desirable. The duties may evolve in consultation with the Elementary School Principal and Head of School as school needs and priorities develop. About Dar Essalam American School (DAS) Dar Essalam American School (DAS) is an international school located in the vibrant Hay Riad neighborhood of Rabat, Morocco. Situated on a sprawling five-hectare campus, DAS delivers a unique approach to global education by integrating the best of Finnish and American pedagogical practices while staying deeply rooted in Moroccan culture and values. Established by the Education Development Company (EDC), Morocco's leading education provider, DAS is a flagship institution that champions innovation, cultural understanding, and academic excellence.