Art Teacher

redfordrecruiters; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 145,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Visa

Medical Insurance

Air Ticket

Job summary

We are seeking a passionate Art Teacher for a well-established private school group in the UAE. You will deliver a comprehensive art curriculum, fostering creativity and critical thinking across age groups, aligning with international standards.

The role emphasizes diverse mediums, cultural awareness, and collaboration with staff to enhance school-wide events and exhibitions. A strong background in visual arts and UAE-recognized certification is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or closely related field; Master’s degree advantageous.
• Minimum of 4–5 years of teaching experience in art education, preferably in an international or bilingual school setting.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing engaging, standards-based art curricula.
• Strong proficiency in a wide range of artistic mediums and techniques, including traditional and digital tools.
• Valid teaching certification or license recognized by UAE education authorities.
• IELTS score of 6.5 or higher (or equivalent) required for Arab National, Western National, and Native English speakers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver age-appropriate curriculum-aligned art lessons that incorporate drawing painting sculpture digital art and mixed media techniques.
• Foster a creative, inclusive, and safe learning environment that encourages experimentation, self-expression, and artistic risk-taking.
• Assess student progress through regular critiques, portfolios, and formative/summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate art across interdisciplinary projects and school-wide events such as exhibitions, cultural festivals and performances.
• Maintain up-to-date art supplies, equipment, and classroom resources ensuring safety and organization in studio spaces.
• Engage with parents and guardians through progress reports, parent-teacher meetings, and art showcase events.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, curriculum reviews, and school improvement initiatives.
• Promote cultural diversity and global awareness through the study of international art movements and artists.

Skills

Standards-based curriculum

Digital art techniques

Interpersonal skills

IELTS 6.5+

Education

Bachelor in Fine Arts

Master's degree advantageous

UAE teaching certification

Tools

Curriculum familiarity (IB/Cambridge/National England)

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Art Teacher for a well-established private school group in the UAE. This role is ideal for an experienced educator with a strong background in visual arts and a commitment to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression in students. The Art Teacher will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive and engaging art curriculum that aligns with international standards, promoting cultural awareness and innovation through diverse artistic mediums. The successful candidate will inspire students across various age groups, support their personal and academic growth, and contribute to a vibrant school community.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver age-appropriate curriculum-aligned art lessons that incorporate drawing painting sculpture digital art and mixed media techniques Foster a creative inclusive and safe learning environment that encourages experimentation self-expression and artistic risk-taking Assess student progress through regular critiques portfolios and formative summative evaluations providing constructive feedback to support growth Collaborate with colleagues to integrate art across interdisciplinary projects and school-wide events such as exhibitions cultural festivals and performances Maintain up-to-date art supplies equipment and classroom resources ensuring safety and organization in studio spaces Engage with parents and guardians through progress reports parent-teacher meetings and art showcase events Participate in professional development opportunities curriculum reviews and school improvement initiatives Promote cultural diversity and global awareness through the study of international art movements and artists

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a closely related field; Master s degree is highly advantageous.Minimum of 4 5 years of teaching experience in art education, preferably in an international or bilingual school setting.Proven track record of developing and implementing engaging, standards-based art curricula.Strong proficiency in a wide range of artistic mediums and techniques, including traditional and digital tools.Valid teaching certification or license recognized by UAE education authorities.IELTS score of 6.5 or higher (or equivalent English language proficiency) required for Arab National, Western National, and Native English speakers.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills.Ability to work collaboratively within a multicultural team and adapt to diverse learning needs.Familiarity with international curricula such as IB, Cambridge, or National Curriculum for England is highly desirable.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: AED 13,000-15,000
• Benefits: Accommodation Visa Air Ticket Medical Insurance
• Nationality: Preferably Arab Nationals (if dual national will be good) - Indian / Pakistani are OK but western national (native speakers only)