Arabic-English bilingual KG/FS teachers - January 2026

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL- AL MIZHAR; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Dubai is seeking Arabic-English bilingual KG/FS teachers for a January 2026 start. This role provides an excellent opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced teachers to develop their careers in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include embodying core values, showcasing best teaching practices, and engaging in community activities. The position offers a competitive tax-free salary, private medical insurance, and free schooling.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Airfares to country of residence

End of Service Gratuity

Discounts through GEMS rewards app

Qualifications

• Proven experience of teaching FS.
• Ability to share exemplary teaching practices.
• Aspiration to enhance career in a world-class school.

Responsibilities

• Embod y and role model core values of Grow, Flourish and Mindfulness.
• Engage in active contribution to school community and extra-curricular programmes.

Skills

Arabic-English proficiency

Outstanding teaching practices

Excellent interpersonal skills

Creative and enthusiastic approach

Education

BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Due to the continued growth and success of our GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar, we are looking to recruit Arabic-English bilingual KG/FS teachers for a January 2026 start.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ECT to gain valuable international exposure, or for more experienced teachers to take the next step in their career with a global leading company and within a world-class International School located in the heart of Dubai.

About the School and Opportunities

We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow, Flourish and an ethos of Mindfulness in everything you do at GFM.

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it’s a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programmes and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. As part of our commitment to developing our teachers, Graduate teachers will benefit from our accreditation with British Schools Overseas and enrolment to our NQT programme; while our more experienced teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of opportunities for growth and development; with most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools.

Responsibilities

• Embod y and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish and Mindfulness
• Hold a BEd or Bachelors degree withPGCE / PGDE or equivalent
• Have proven experience of teaching FS
• Have the ability to share exemplary teaching practices.
• A creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
• Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
• Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
• Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events.

Qualifications

• Successfully hold a BEd or Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
• Have proven experience of teaching FS
• Possess a creative and enthusiastic approach, both inside and outside the classroom

Benefits

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

Competitive tax-free salary, free schooling, private medical insurance, airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewardswww.gemsrewards.comwhich provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.