Business and Economics Teacher - British Curriculum

Gems Education UAE; Abu Dhabi; Vor Ort; AED 180.000 - 300.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GEMS Education UAE seeks a Business and Economics Teacher for its Abu Dhabi secondary team starting January 2027. The candidate must be a qualified educator with strong subject knowledge in Business Studies and Economics within the British Curriculum and experience with IGCSE, GCSE, AS and A Level assessments.

You will plan engaging lessons, assess progress, adapt for diverse learners and contribute to curriculum development under the Head of Faculty - Humanities and Social Sciences.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Education or related field.
• Qualified teacher with PGCE/B.Ed./QTS or equivalent.
• Strong subject knowledge in Business Studies and Economics for the British Curriculum.
• Experience teaching IGCSE/GCSE/AS/A Level preferred.

Aufgaben

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Business Studies and Economics lessons.
• Assess student attainment and provide feedback according to school policy.
• Adapt teaching to diverse learner needs and support inclusive practices.
• Contribute to curriculum development and examination preparation.
• Maintain high academic expectations and positive student behaviour.
• Collaborate with Learning Support and other departments.

Kenntnisse

Subject knowledge (Business Studies &

Assessment & feedback

Lesson planning

Curriculum delivery

Differentiation & inclusion

Classroom management

Stakeholder collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Education or related field

PGCE/B.Ed./QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Business and Economics Teacher - British Curriculum Job Snapshot - Role: Business and Economics Teacher - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Primary-Secondary Education - Function: Classroom Teaching - Experience: Minimum 3 years of teaching experience, including experience teaching Business Studies and Economics within the British Curriculum - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

GEMS Education is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Business and Economics Teacher to join its secondary teaching team in Abu Dhabi from January 2027. The successful candidate will be a strong subject specialist with proven experience teaching both Business Studies and Economics within the British Curriculum. The role requires a qualified educator who can deliver engaging lessons, maintain high academic expectations and prepare students for relevant curriculum assessments and examinations. Experience teaching IGCSE, GCSE, AS and A Level qualifications is strongly preferred, while familiarity with Cambridge or Pearson Edexcel examination specifications is highly desirable. Working under the guidance of the Head of Faculty - Humanities and Social Sciences, the appointed teacher will support academic achievement, curriculum development, inclusive teaching practices and the wider educational responsibilities of the secondary school.

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Abu Dhabi - Industry: Primary-Secondary Education - Function: Classroom Teaching - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Purpose

The Business and Economics Teacher will deliver high-quality secondary education in accordance with the British Curriculum, relevant examination specifications and school academic standards. The position involves planning and delivering effective lessons, assessing student achievement, adapting teaching to individual learning needs and supporting students in reaching their academic potential. The teacher will also contribute to curriculum planning, examination preparation, student wellbeing and the continued improvement of teaching and learning across the secondary phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Business and Economics Teaching - Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Business Studies and Economics lessons aligned with the British Curriculum and relevant examination specifications.
• Teach secondary students according to their individual educational needs, abilities and attainment potential.
• Apply strong subject knowledge to explain business concepts, economic principles and relevant curriculum content.
• Deliver lessons that encourage analytical thinking, subject understanding and active student participation.
• Maintain high academic expectations and encourage students to achieve their full potential.
• Prepare appropriate schemes of work, lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support students with different academic abilities and learning requirements.
• Maintain high standards of student work, including the quality and organisation of workbooks.
• Contribute to the implementation of the school 's secondary development plan.
• Use creative teaching approaches, audiovisual resources and educational technology to enhance classroom learning.
• Assessment, Marking and Examination Preparation - Assign, review, correct and mark student work in accordance with the school 's marking and feedback policy.
• Assess, record and report on student attainment, academic progress and behaviour.
• Use assessment data to evaluate student performance and identify areas requiring additional support.
• Adapt classroom teaching and plan appropriate interventions based on student achievement data.
• Prepare oral and written assessments, academic reports and student references where required.
• Participate in school assessment and examination arrangements.
• Apply relevant examination specifications and assessment objectives when planning lessons and evaluating student progress.
• Support effective preparation for Business Studies and Economics examinations.
• Maintain a clear understanding of curriculum expectations and examination requirements.
• Provide academic guidance to help students understand their progress and learning targets.
• Classroom Management and Student Engagement - Maintain a safe, clean, organised and welcoming classroom environment that supports effective learning.
• Establish high expectations for student behaviour, participation and academic work.
• Maintain appropriate classroom discipline and promote respectful relationships.
• Encourage student responsibility, independence and positive learning habits.
• Support the academic, social and personal development of students.
• Promote student confidence and create opportunities for meaningful classroom engagement.
• Maintain responsibility for student health, safety and wellbeing during assigned teaching and supervision duties.
• Follow school policies relating to classroom management, discipline and student welfare.
• Inclusive Education and Learning Support - Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, Teacher Assistants and the Inclusion team to support students with additional educational needs.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans and agreed learning support strategies.
• Adapt teaching methods and learning materials to accommodate individual student requirements.
• Provide relevant support staff with lesson plans, schemes of work and instructional resources in sufficient time to prepare appropriate adaptations.
• Monitor and discuss the effectiveness of classroom support provided by Learning Support Assistants.
• Coordinate with specialist teachers, resource personnel and other professionals supporting students of determination.
• Participate in relevant meetings concerning individual learning needs and student progress.
• Support effective deployment of classroom assistants in collaboration with relevant school teams.
• Maintain appropriate home-school communication for students with significant learning or communication needs where required by school procedures.
• Promote inclusive educational practices that enable students to participate and progress.
• Curriculum Development and Academic Collaboration - Work closely with the Head of Faculty - Humanities and Social Sciences to support effective curriculum delivery.
• Collaborate with school leaders, Heads of Year, Education Officers and teaching colleagues on curriculum planning and improvement.
• Contribute to the development of curriculum materials, teaching programmes, assessment practices and pastoral care arrangements.
• Review and evaluate teaching methods in accordance with British Curriculum requirements and school guidelines.
• Participate in professional discussions, reciprocal peer reviews and lesson observations.
• Share effective teaching practices and contribute to a reflective professional learning environment.
• Support new teachers and student teachers when required under arrangements approved by school leadership.
• Participate in faculty, staff and year-group meetings concerning curriculum delivery, student development and school administration.
• Maintain high professional standards and contribute to continuous improvement in teaching quality.
• Student Guidance and Pastoral Responsibilities - Promote the academic progress, personal development and wellbeing of students.
• Provide appropriate guidance on educational and social matters.
• Support students in understanding further education opportunities, academic targets and subject pathways.
• Offer relevant guidance concerning Business Studies and Economics pathways where appropriate.
• Communicate and cooperate with parents, guardians and school staff regarding student development.
• Attend parent meetings and school events as required.
• Support the school 's pastoral care arrangements and contribute to a positive learning community.
• Attendance, Administration and School Procedures - Register and monitor student attendance in accordance with school procedures.
• Ensure attendance records are completed accurately, consistently and on time.
• Follow established procedures when students are absent.
• Maintain appropriate academic and administrative records.
• Provide necessary information concerning teaching resources and departmental requirements.
• Ensure the safe custody and appropriate use of classroom equipment and educational resources.
• Report servicing, maintenance or resource requirements through the appropriate school channels.
• Take responsibility for school-issued equipment, including laptops, whiteboard accessories and other instructional resources.
• Participate in school assemblies and parent events as directed by secondary leadership.
• Undertake assigned supervision and school duties, ensuring students are supervised and escorted safely where required.
• Contribute to the effective organisation, management and discipline of the school.
• Extracurricular Activities and Professional Development - Participate in the planning and delivery of extracurricular and enrichment activities in accordance with school policy.
• Contribute to wider school initiatives that support student development.
• Participate in continuing professional development programmes.
• Engage in professional learning and relevant action research activities.
• Reflect on teaching effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve instructional practice.
• Support a professional culture in which teachers act as facilitators of learning and reflective practitioners.
• Contribute positively to the school 's academic development and collaborative teaching environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor 's degree in Business, Economics, Education or a closely related field.
• A recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, B.Ed., QTS or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience.
• Previous experience teaching the British Curriculum is essential.
• Proven experience teaching both Business Studies and Economics.
• Experience teaching IGCSE or GCSE and AS or A Level qualifications is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Cambridge and/or Pearson Edexcel examination specifications is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of assessment objectives, examination requirements and effective examination preparation.
• Ability to deliver high-quality secondary teaching that responds to different student abilities and learning needs.
• Commitment to maintaining high professional standards and supporting student achievement.

Professional Skills and Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong subject knowledge in Business Studies and Economics.
• Sound understanding of the British Curriculum and relevant examination specifications.
• Effective lesson planning, curriculum delivery and classroom management skills.
• Ability to prepare students for academic assessments and examinations.
• Confidence in analysing student performance data and implementing appropriate learning interventions.
• Strong assessment, marking and feedback practices.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support inclusive classroom learning.
• Effective communication and professional collaboration skills.
• Confidence in using educational technology and audiovisual teaching resources.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to academic recordkeeping.
• Commitment to maintaining positive student behaviour and high academic expectations.
• Ability to work effectively with school leaders, teaching colleagues and learning support teams.
• Reflective teaching practices and commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong awareness of student wellbeing, safeguarding and pastoral responsibilities.

Safeguarding and Student Welfare

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The organisation is dedicated to creating safe, supportive and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive. All employees, volunteers and partners are expected to share this commitment. The appointed teacher must maintain student safety and wellbeing, follow school safeguarding policies and report any concerns involving a student 's physical or emotional welfare to the designated safeguarding personnel. Successful applicants will undergo comprehensive pre-employment checks, including:

• Verification of identity.
• Verification of academic and professional qualifications.
• Review of employment history.
• Verification of professional references.
• Criminal record checks covering relevant countries of residence and employment.
• Enhanced disclosure, prohibition and barring checks where applicable.
• Overseas police clearance checks where required.

All candidates are expected to uphold high standards of professional conduct, student protection and responsible educational practice.