Lower Elementary School Educator (Licensed Teacher)

The American International School - Riyadh is seeking a licensed full-time Elementary School Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Please only apply if you meet the minimum criteria below; candidates who do not meet the minimum criteria will not be considered.

Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria :

• Candidate must be a resident of Saudi Arabia and a dependent under her / his husband's / wife's sponsorship (Local Hire Status)
• Professional Teaching Certification is required. (Elementary School Licensed Educator, North American)
• Certification in the specific subject area.
• 4 year Bachelor's Degree required.
• Master’s degree in Education or related field preferred.
• A proven record of excellence in prior full-time Lower Elementary teaching posts for a minimum of two years
• Fluent English language capacity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to start work August 6, 2026.
• Understands and can commit to AIS-R work hours : 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm. (5 : 00pm on Tuesdays).

Reports to : Elementary School Principal

The Purpose of the AIS-R Teacher :

To cause learning, thinking, and caring; to cultivate inquisitive, independent, and resilient learners who inspire positive change in their communities.

The Understandings, Skills, Values, and Mindset of an AIS-R Teacher are :

Terms of Employment and Additional Responsibilities : Salary is assigned from the Faculty salary schedule; the contract term is 190 days. Compensation will be determined based on the established Faculty salary schedule.

Contractual hours : 8 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm. (5 : 00 pm on Tuesdays)

Faculty are expected to fulfill duties that extend beyond the school day, including commitments to after-school activities (ASAs), after-school learning (ASL), and coaching (requirement for Physical Education teachers).

Learning and Growth :   Performance is appraised through the AIS-R Professional Growth and Evaluation framework and in accordance with school policy by the designated Supervisor.