English Teacher - Immediate Start

GEMS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - DUBAI HILLS; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for 1 child

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares to country ofResidence

End of Service Gratuity

GEMS rewards app access

Discounts and offers

Job summary

GEMS International School, Dubai Hills (GIS) invites applications from experienced English teachers for an immediate start. The successful candidate will contribute to the IB continuum, plan inquiry-based lessons, and collaborate with a forward-thinking team in a dynamic international school community.

The ideal candidate holds a degree-level teaching qualification, a minimum of 3 years of secondary English experience (IB preferred), and a passion for student-centered learning within a global

Qualifications

• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level in English (e.g., B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of secondary English teaching experience, ideally in an IB Curriculum School.
• Experience with MYP and DP is preferred but not essential.
• Passion for inspiring learners through innovative and inquiry-based teaching.
• Willingness to grow professionally and contribute to a collaborative community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based English lessons.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners.
• Differentiate instruction for EAL, gifted, and other learners.
• Integrate technology to enhance learning and engagement.
• Assess and communicate student progress with data-informed guidance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design IB-aligned curriculum plans and assessments.
• Contribute to school life through cocurricular activities and events.
• Build strong relationships with parents and the school community.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and reflection.
• Uphold GEMS values and the IB Learner Profile in all duties.

Skills

Teaching English

IB Curriculum Knowledge

MYP/DP Experience

Educational Philosophy

Team Collaboration

Professional Growth

Education

B.Ed./PGCE/PGDE or equivalent (English)

Job description

At GEMS International School, Dubai Hills (GIS), we empower students to become confident, curious, and compassionate global citizens. As a fully authorised IB World School, we offer the complete IB continuum — fostering a culture of innovation, academic excellence, and international-mindedness.

Our educators are part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Together, we inspire students to lead with purpose and make a positive impact on the world.

We at GEMS International School, Dubai Hills are now welcoming applications from experienced English Teachers, with an opportunity available for an immediate start.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning.
• Create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment that nurtures individual strengths and learning styles.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including EAL, gifted, and students requiring additional support.
• Integrate technology and innovative approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Assess, record, and communicate student progress effectively, using data to inform teaching and personalised support.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and refine IB-aligned curriculum plans, resources, and assessments.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through co-curricular activities, events, and community initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with parents and the wider school community to support student growth and wellbeing.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and reflection to continuously enhance teaching practice.
• Uphold the GEMS values and the IB Learner Profile in all aspects of school life.

Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent in English specialism.
• A minimum of 3 years of solid and demonstrable experience teaching Secondary English, ideally within an IBCurriculum School (preferred but not essential).
• Experience teaching MYP & DP is preferred but not essential.
• A passion for inspiring young learners through innovative and inquiry based teaching.
• The vision, energy, commitment, and educational philosophy to contribute to the continued success of a leading flagship GEMS school with an international student body.
• A desire to grow professionally and work within a collaborative, forward-thinking community.

What we offer:

• competitive tax-free salary
• individual fully furnished accommodation
• free schooling for 1 child
• private medical insurance
• annual airfares to country of residence
• end of Service Gratuity
• free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewardswww.gemsrewards.comwhich provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE
• thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join us in shaping the future of education at GEMS International School. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our students and empower them to become world-class and world-ready individuals.