Drama Teacher

Opportunity

El Alsson British and American International Schools is currently seeking an outstanding drama teacher to join our American School team by September 2026.

El Alsson is committed to the development and professional growth of its staff, as part of a positive, collaborative, and supportive working environment.

We are looking for a professional who will join our team, adding value through positive interactions, working collaboratively with students, staff, and families, and bringing a positive solutions-focused approach in order to facilitate excellent progress.

You will need:

Qualified teacher status

A proven track record of outstanding teaching

Desirable: Experience as a designated safeguarding lead (DSL) or deputy DSL

A teaching qualification that meets the requirements of your home country (B.Ed, PGCE, GDE etc.)

Minimum three years post-qualification teaching experience in a similar role and subject area

The willingness and ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents

Skills and knowledge:

Experience of modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history, genres, and performance techniques

Experience of working with highly aspirational and able students is essential

Excellent interpersonal skills with both adults and children

Willingness and ability to work as part of a team

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to prioritize and organize your own work

Ability to work effectively to a high standard, on occasion, under pressure, meeting deadlines

Knowledge of health and safety and safeguarding/child protection procedures and their application

Knowledge of computers and ability to use ICT tools for record-keeping and as an instructional tool

Ability to act as a secondary form tutor and offer enrichment and extracurricular activities

El Alsson British and American International School New Giza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and appropriate pre-employment checks.

El Alsson British and American International Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. El Alsson makes hiring decisions based solely on the skills, experiences, and attributes needed to continue to deliver excellence.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis following receipt of applications.