Art Teacher

GEMS SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent private education provider in Dubai is seeking an Art Teacher to deliver an innovative art education program. The role includes teaching fine arts, digital media, and contemporary practices. Candidates should have a degree in Fine Arts, a strong portfolio, and experience in integrating technology into art instruction. The position allows for collaboration with industry partners and access to cutting-edge resources.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Collaborations with leading galleries and design firms

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of teaching experience in art education.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of artistic skills.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive and innovative art education program.
• Facilitate workshops and coordinate artist residencies.
• Guide students in hands-on projects reflecting contemporary practices.

Skills

Fine arts (drawing, painting, sculpture)

Digital and media arts (graphic design, photography, animation)

Contemporary and experimental art (mixed media, installation work)

Illustration and visual storytelling (comic art, concept design)

Education

Degree in Fine Arts or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

3D modeling software

Job description

With a 65-year legacy of excellence and a global reputation as one of the largest and most awarded private education providers, GEMS Education integrates cutting-edge advancements through its extensive networks and high-level partnerships. Join the GEMS School of Research and Innovation, where significant investments in AI, robotics, and state-of-the-art facilities drive exceptional student outcomes in academics and well-being. As a leader in educational innovation, we offer a forward-thinking environment focused on personalised learning, holistic development, and the opportunity to shape the future of education.

At GEMS School of Research and Innovation, we provide a seamless educational journey from Pre-Prep + Prep to Sixth Form, enhanced by cutting-edge technology and a forward-thinking curriculum. In the Pre-Prep + Prep stages, we prioritise personalized learning through gamification and advanced technologies, alongside a strong emphasis on science, computing, reading, writing, and the arts. Our facilities include an innovation lab, specialist IT equipment, and programs in sports such as gymnastics, martial arts, basketball, and cricket. Emerging technologies like robotics, AI, machine learning, and VR/AR are integrated to enhance learning, including advanced Arabic provision.

In Secondary and Sixth Form, students benefit from tailored pathways with a wide range of GCSEs, A-levels in subjects like sciences, business, and fine arts, supported by university-linked lectures and industry placements. Advanced tools such as Web3/blockchain, drones, autonomous vehicles, and esports labs prepare students for future careers. Sixth Form further bridges school, university, and industry through global partnerships and cutting-edge technology, ensuring students excel academically while acquiring real-world skills.

The Art Teacher will play a pivotal role in delivering a comprehensive and innovative art education program, leveraging state-of-the-art facilities and industry partnerships to enhance student learning. The curriculum emphasizes key areas such as fine arts, including drawing, painting, and sculpture; digital and media arts, encompassing graphic design, photography, and animation; contemporary and experimental art, focusing on mixed media and installation work; and illustration and visual storytelling, covering comic art and concept design. With access to cutting-edge resources and collaborations with leading galleries, design firms, and creative institutions, the Art Teacher will integrate traditional techniques with emerging technologies, ensuring students develop both foundational skills and forward-thinking artistic perspectives. Additionally, the role will involve facilitating workshops, coordinating artist residencies, and guiding students in hands-on projects that reflect contemporary artistic practices and industry trends.