French Primary Teacher – Inspire Learning in International School

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Individual furnished accommodation

Annual return flights

Private medical insurance

Tuition fee benefit for up to 1 child

Visa sponsorship

Relocation Allowance

End of service gratuity

GEMS Rewards

Job summary

GEMS Education in the UAE seeks a dedicated French Primary Teacher to join our international school from January 2027. You will collaborate with Primary teachers and MFL colleagues to identify barriers to learning and provide targeted, personalised support for diverse learners.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree-level teaching qualification, have 3 years’ experience teaching French at Primary level (IB/PYP experience preferred), and be committed to delivering high-quality, inquiry-based

Qualifications

• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years of solid and demonstrable experience teaching French at Primary level, ideally within an IB Curriculum School (preferred but not essential).
• Experience teaching PYP 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.
• Available to start from January 2027

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, challenging and high-quality French lessons across the Primary phase.
• Develop students’ scientific understanding through practical investigation, enquiry, critical thinking and real-world application.
• Differentiate teaching and use assessment effectively to meet individual learning needs, monitor progress and inform future planning.
• Maintain high expectations for achievement, engagement and behaviour, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with French colleagues on curriculum development and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Skills

French teaching

Differentiation

Collaboration

Inquiry-based teaching

Education

Bachelor-level teaching qualification (B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE)

Job description

GEMS Education in the UAE seeks a dedicated French Primary Teacher to join our international school from January 2027. You will collaborate with Primary teachers and MFL colleagues to identify barriers to learning and provide targeted, personalised support for diverse learners.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree-level teaching qualification, have 3 years’ experience teaching French at Primary level (IB/PYP experience preferred), and be committed to delivering high-quality, inquiry-based