Business Studies And Economics Teacher

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Dubai seeks an enthusiastic Business and Economics Teacher for our secondary school team. You will deliver GCSE and A Level content under the British Curriculum, assess progress, and support learners with BTEC units where relevant.

You'll contribute to safeguarding and an inclusive learning environment while engaging with exams preparation, scheme reviews, and departmental planning in a multicultural setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• Proven experience teaching Business and/or Economics in secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of the British Curriculum (GCSE/A Level).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Business and Economics lessons under the British Curriculum.
• Teach GCSE and/or A Level Business and Economics courses as timetabled.
• Assess and track student progress with timely feedback.
• Prepare students for internal and external examinations.
• Maintain records of achievement, progress, and assessment.
• Use data to identify gaps and provide interventions.
• Incorporate current affairs and real-world cases into lessons.
• Support development of schemes of work and departmental resources.
• Contribute to departmental planning and school activities.
• Uphold safeguarding and an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Classroom management

GCSE/A Level knowledge

British Curriculum

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and dedicated Business and Economics Teacher to join our secondary school team.

• Plan and deliver high-quality Business and Economics lessons in accordance with the British Curriculum.
• Teach relevant GCSE and/or A Level Business and Economics courses, depending on experience and timetable requirements.
• Develop engaging lessons that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, and application of business and economic concepts.
• Use a range of effective teaching strategies and resources to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning styles.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing constructive and timely feedback.
• Prepare students effectively for internal and external examinations.
• Maintain accurate records of student achievement, progress, and assessment.
• Use assessment data to identify learning gaps and implement appropriate intervention and support.
• Encourage students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world business and economic situations.
• Incorporate current affairs, business news, case studies, and contemporary economic issues into lessons where appropriate.
• Support the development and review of schemes of work, assessments, and departmental resources.
• Contribute positively to departmental planning and collaborative activities.
• Maintain high standards of classroom management and student behaviour.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Participate in school events, meetings, professional development, and wider school activities.
• Support the school's commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and an inclusive learning environment.

BTEC / Vocational Experience

Experience with BTEC Business or other vocational business qualifications would be an added advantage. Candidates with BTEC experience may be expected to:

• Deliver BTEC Business units effectively.
• Understand vocational assessment requirements and internal verification processes.
• Support students with assignments, coursework, and applied business projects.
• Provide appropriate guidance and feedback to help students meet assessment criteria.
• Maintain accurate assessment and tracking documentation.

Skills Description

Qualifications and Experience:

• A relevant degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience teaching Business and/or Economics within a secondary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the British Curriculum, particularly GCSE and/or A Level specifications.
• Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to relate theory to real-world business and economic contexts.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching BTEC Business or other vocational qualifications.
• Experience with GCSE and/or A Level examination preparation.
• Experience teaching across a range of secondary year groups.
• Familiarity with different British examination boards such as Pearson Edexcel, AQA, or Cambridge International.
• Experience using technology and digital resources to enhance teaching and learning.
• Experience working in an international or multicultural school environment.

GEMS Safeguarding

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.