English Teacher - Jan 2027

GEMS DUBAI AMERICAN ACADEMY; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai American Academy is inviting applications for a High School English Teacher to join in January 2027. The candidate should have experience with American curriculum and/or IB education and be passionate about inspiring confident, curious learners.

We seek outstanding educators committed to academic excellence and professional growth within GEMS Education’s flagship school in a vibrant international community.

Qualifications

• Deliver engaging and interactive English lessons to high school students.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive English lessons to high school students, following the school's curriculum and educational standards.
• Develop and implement creative and effective teaching strategies to inspire a love for English and foster critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Ensure continuity in the delivery of curriculum content.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture that encourages curiosity and exploration.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and maintain open communication with parents regarding student progress.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment opportunities and professional learning.

Skills

English teaching

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Curriculum alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Job description

About DAA

Dubai American Academy (DAA) is GEMS Education's flagship American curriculum school and one of the UAE's leading international schools, offering an exceptional education from PreK to Grade 12 alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

With an Outstanding KHDA rating for 13 consecutive years, DAA has built an exceptional reputation for academic excellence, innovation and outstanding teaching within a vibrant international community.

Why Join Dubai American Academy?

• GEMS Education's flagship American curriculum school.
• Outstanding KHDA rating for 13 consecutive years.
• Best American Curriculum School in the UAE (2023–2024) and recipient of the Wellbeing Award for Schools (2024–2027).
• CIS and NEASC accredited and authorised to deliver the IB Diploma Programme.
• Exceptional professional development and career progression through GEMS Education.
• Outstanding facilities within a thriving international community.

Position Overview

We are welcoming applications from outstanding High School English Teachers interested in joining Dubai American Academy from January 2027.

We are particularly keen to hear from experienced American curriculum and/or IB educators who are passionate about academic excellence and inspiring confident, curious learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive English lessons to high school students, following the school's curriculum and educational standards.
• Develop and implement creative and effective teaching strategies to inspire a love for English and foster critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Ensure continuity in the delivery of curriculum content.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture that encourages curiosity and exploration.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and maintain open communication with parents regarding student progress.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment opportunities and professional learning.

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required