Art and Design Teacher

TEACH ANYWHERE; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international educational organization is seeking an experienced Art and Design Teacher for a Middle School in Sharjah starting in August 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience with the IB MYP curriculum and at least two years of post-qualification teaching. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from 12,000 to 17,000 AED tax-free, accommodations, annual flights, and medical coverage, along with the unique advantage of a four-day working week.

Benefits

Monthly tax-free salary

Accommodation provided

Annual flights

Medical cover

4-day working week

Excellent professional development

Qualifications

• Teach Art and Design to Middle School (Grade 6 to Grade 10) students.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification teaching experience.
• Australian curriculum experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging Art and Design lessons for Middle School students.
• Foster creativity and critical thinking in students.
• Support students in interdisciplinary projects within the IB MYP framework.

Skills

Experience with visual arts

Design technology

Interdisciplinary teaching

Experience in international settings

EAL teaching experience

Education

Degree level certification and QTS or equivalent

Job description

Seeking Art & Design Teacher for Sharjah Middle School, Aug '26 start. IB MYP experience a plus!

Art and Design Teacher
Start Date: August 2026
Curriculum: IB MYP/ Australian
Salary: Competitive and tax free dependent on experience
Contract: 2 years

Requirements

• You will be expected to teach Art and Design to Middle School (Grade 6 to Grade 10) students. Experience with visual arts, design technology, and the interdisciplinary nature of the arts within the IB MYP framework is highly desirable.
• Applicants must be qualified teachers holding degree level certification and QTS or equivalent.
• You should have at least 2 years of experience post qualification in Australia/New Zealand/UK/Ireland/USA/Canada
• Australian curriculum experience is highly sought after, however teachers with alternative curriculum experience able to evidence excellent teaching practice are also invited to apply.
• Previous international experience is welcomed.
• Previous EAL teaching experience is also highly sought after.

Package

• Monthly tax free salary of 12,000 AED up to a maximum of 17,000 AED depending on experience and qualifications
• Accommodation provided
• Annual flights for self
• Medical cover for self
• 4-day only working week benefit!
• Excellent professional development