Arabic Social Studies Teacher

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL – MASDAR CITY; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified and experienced Social Studies A Teacher for a January 2026 start. This position offers an exceptional tax-free salary package and various benefits such as free schooling and medical insurance. Ideal for educators who embody core values and aspire for career progression, this role not only focuses on teaching but also encourages significant engagement in the school community and extracurricular activities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow your career in an outstanding educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares

End of service gratuity

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Qualifications

• Must embody and role model core values.
• Hold a degree with teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching primary education.
• Ability to share exemplary practices.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Studies to primary students.
• Engage actively in extra-curricular programs.
• Contribute to school culture and community.

Skills

Embody core values

Bachelors degree with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent

Proven primary teaching experience

Exemplary teaching practices

Creative and enthusiastic approach

Excellent interpersonal skills

Outstanding learning & teaching

Aspiration for career enhancement

Engagement in community events

Education

Bachelors degree with PGCE/PGDE

Job description

Overview

Due to the continued growth of our GEMS Founders Masdar City, in Abu Dhabi we are looking to recruit Social Studies A Teacher for January 2026.

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 Abu Dhabi.

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, Abu Dhabi 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, Achieve and in everything you do at GFA.

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.

Qualifications

Skills

Successful candidates will need to:

• Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish & Achieve
• Hold a Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
• Have proven experience of teaching primary
• 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.

Benefits

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including:

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

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which 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.