French Teacher - August 2026

GEMS SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private education provider in Dubai seeks a Modern Foreign Languages Teacher (French) to deliver an engaging curriculum. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience teaching French at KS4/KS5. The role offers competitive tax-free salary, accommodation, medical insurance, and more perks. Join a forward-thinking school focused on personalized learning and student outcomes.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares

GEMS rewards app for discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience of teaching French to KS4/KS5 or equivalent.
• Experience teaching an additional foreign language is an advantage.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an engaging, research-informed curriculum fostering linguistic proficiency.
• Encourage students to develop communication skills and critical thinking.
• Create a dynamic language-learning environment integrated with technology.

Skills

Teaching French to KS4/KS5

Interpersonal skills

Creative teaching approach

Collaboration

Growth mindset

Education

BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE/PGDE

Master’s degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

With a 65-year legacy of excellence and a global reputation as one of the largest and most awarded private education providers, GEMS Education integrates cutting-edge advancements through its extensive networks and high-level partnerships. Join the GEMS School of Research and Innovation, where significant investments in AI, robotics, and state-of-the-art facilities drive exceptional student outcomes in academics and well-being. As a leader in educational innovation, we offer a forward-thinking environment focused on personalised learning, holistic development, and the opportunity to shape the future of education.

At GEMS School of Research and Innovation, we provide a seamless educational journey from Pre-Prep + Prep to Sixth Form, enhanced by cutting-edge technology and a forward-thinking curriculum. In the Pre-Prep + Prep stages, we prioritise personalized learning through gamification and advanced technologies, alongside a strong emphasis on science, computing, reading, writing, and the arts. Our facilities include an innovation lab, specialist IT equipment, and programs in sports such as gymnastics, martial arts, basketball, and cricket. Emerging technologies like robotics, AI, machine learning, and VR/AR are integrated to enhance learning, including advanced Arabic provision.

In Secondary and Sixth Form, students benefit from tailored pathways with a wide range of GCSEs, A-levels in subjects like sciences, business, and fine arts, supported by university-linked lectures and industry placements. Advanced tools such as Web3/blockchain, drones, autonomous vehicles, and esports labs prepare students for future careers. Sixth Form further bridges school, university, and industry through global partnerships and cutting‑edge technology, ensuring students excel academically while acquiring real‑world skills.

The Modern Foreign Languages Teacher (French) will deliver an engaging, research‑informed curriculum that fosters linguistic proficiency, cultural awareness, and global citizenship. Through immersive and inquiry‑based learning, the role encourages students to develop communication skills, critical thinking, and an appreciation for diverse perspectives. Integrating technology, interdisciplinary collaboration, and authentic real‑world applications, the teacher will create a dynamic language‑learning environment that prepares students for academic and professional success in a globalised world.

Skills

Person specifications:

• Hold a BEd or Bachelors degree with PGCE / PGDE or equivalent
• A Master’s degree or equivalent qualification is preferred
• Have proven experience of teaching French to KS4/KS5 or equivalent
• Experience teaching an additional foreign language is an advantage
• 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

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including: Competitive tax‑free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day‑to‑day life in the UAE. We offer 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.