Drama Teacher - Industry-Connected, Creative Arts Lead

GEMS Education

Dubai

On-site

Confidential

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary and benefits
Fully furnished accommodation
Free schooling for dependents
Private medical insurance
Annual airfares to country ofResidence
End of service gratuity

Job summary

GEMS Education in Dubai invites applications for a Drama Teacher to lead a dynamic drama program across KS3–KS5. You will direct student productions, foster performance, storytelling, and stagecraft, and collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects.

Access to cutting-edge facilities and industry partnerships enables creative, industry-relevant learning. You will contribute to a culture of innovation, personal growth, and community engagement, supporting students toward higher

Qualifications

  • Hold a BEd or BA with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent
  • A Master's degree or equivalent qualification is preferred
  • Have proven experience of teaching Drama KS3-KS5
  • Have a willingness to collaborate and share their outstanding practice
  • Have a growth mindset, whereby they are reflective and solution focused
  • Be creative and enthusiastic in their approach to teaching
  • Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
  • Have a proven track record of providing outstanding learning & teaching
  • Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
  • Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture through active engagement in our extra-curricular programme and community-based events

Responsibilities

  • Lead an engaging and industry-connected drama program
  • Direct student productions and stagecraft
  • Integrate classical and contemporary theatre into the curriculum
  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments on interdisciplinary projects
  • Prepare students for further study or careers in the performing arts

Skills

BEd/BA + PGCE/PGDE
Master's degree preferred
Drama KS3-KS5 teaching experience
Collaborative mindset
Growth mindset
Creative teaching approach
Interpersonal skills
Outstanding teaching track record
Willingness to engage extra-curricular

Education

BEd or BA with PGCE/PGDE
Master's degree preferred

Job description

GEMS Education in Dubai invites applications for a Drama Teacher to lead a dynamic drama program across KS3–KS5. You will direct student productions, foster performance, storytelling, and stagecraft, and collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects.

Access to cutting-edge facilities and industry partnerships enables creative, industry-relevant learning. You will contribute to a culture of innovation, personal growth, and community engagement, supporting students toward higher

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