Music Teacher

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education provider in Dubai is seeking a dedicated DP Music Teacher to inspire and educate students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field, alongside relevant teaching qualifications. Experience teaching the IB curriculum is preferred, but candidates from all backgrounds are welcomed. This role offers a competitive tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

A competitive tax-free salary

Furnished accommodation

Premium medical and life insurance

Annual flight allowance

Tuition fee concession

GEMS Rewards benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching Secondary/High School Music.
• Alignment with IB philosophy and genuine passion for diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences.
• Shape the future of the department in collaboration with the leadership team.

Skills

Effective teaching

MYP/DP framework understanding

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent in Music

PGCE/PGDE or relevant teaching qualification

Advanced qualifications (preferred)

Job description

DP Music Teacher Jobs in Dubai, UAE

THE ROLE

Skills

The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in effective teaching and helping students succeed. While experience in teaching the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes is preferred, outstanding teachers from any curriculum background are encouraged to apply. Alignment with the IB philosophy and commitment to the Learner Profile values are crucial. A genuine passion for working in a non-selective and culturally diverse community is also a key requirement.

Additionally, the candidate should possess:

• A Bachelor of Education degree, or an initial degree plus a relevant teaching qualification such as a PGCE, PGDE or equivalent specialism in Music
• Advanced qualifications are preferred but not essential
• A minimum of 3 years experience teaching Secondary/High School Music, ideally within an IB curriculum school, however this is not mandatory
• A strong understanding of the IB MYP/DP framework and Approaches to Teaching is preferred
• A strong desire to continually improve their practice and deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences for their students
• The experience, personality and educational philosophy that aligns with a leading IB World School like GEMS World Academy
• August 2026 availability

YOUR PACKAGE AND BENEFITS

An excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates including; a competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical insurance and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law. In addition to these, we offer:

• A highly collaborative working environment and excellent support system
• An extensive programme of continuing professional development
• Training with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) for teachers delivering the IB
• The chance to shape the future of the department in collaboration with the leadership team and external education professionals
• The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, with access to a structured performance management system, and with opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of our sports facilities, termly fitness and wellbeing sessions, and staff social events

• GEMS Rewards which offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym memberships, cinema tickets and many other offers.