French Teacher - August 2026

SchoolBrowse; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for children

Private medical insurance

Annual airfares

End of service gratuity

GEMS Rewards programme

Job summary

GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar in Dubai invites applications for an outstanding French Teacher to commence in August 2026. This role suits Early Career Teachers seeking international exposure or seasoned educators aiming for progression within a world-leading education group.

Candidates should have a Bachelor of Education or PGCE/PGDE and proven experience teaching French to GCSE/A Level, embodying our values of growth and mindfulness in a dynamic British-accredited environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor’s degree with PGCE / PGDE (or equivalent)
• Have proven experience teaching French to GCSE / A Level
• Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice and a passion for continuous improvement
• Bring a creative and enthusiastic approach to both classroom and wider school life

Responsibilities

• Teach French to GCSE / A Level with engaging lessons
• Deliver outstanding learning and teaching across age groups
• Work closely with colleagues, students and parents to support progress
• Contribute to extra-curricular and community initiatives

Skills

GCSE French

Excellent communication

Creativity in teaching

Student engagement

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Education or PGCE/PGDE

Job description

About the school

GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar is accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO) and has achieved Outstanding judgements across all standards. Our accreditation allows us to offer the NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programmes to our teachers. The school is a uniquely dynamic environment where staff have the opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, all members of the community are encouraged to Grow, Flourish, and embody Mindfulness in everything they do.

The role

Due to the continued success of GEMS Founders School, Al Mizhar, we are seeking an outstanding French Teacher to join our team in August 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher seeking valuable international exposure, or for a more experienced educator looking to take the next step in their career with a world-leading education company and a truly exceptional international school located in the heart of Dubai.

Requirements

• Embody and role model our core values of Grow, Flourish, and Mindfulness
• Hold a Bachelor of Education or a Bachelor’s degree with PGCE / PGDE (or equivalent qualification)
• Have proven experience teaching French to GCSE / A Level
• Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice and a passion for continuous improvement
• Bring a creative and enthusiastic approach to both classroom and wider school life
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work closely with colleagues, students, and parents
• Have a proven track record of delivering outstanding learning and teaching
• Be eager to make a positive contribution to our school community through active engagement in extra-curricular and community-based initiatives

Benefits & package

• Tax-free salary
• Individual fully furnished accommodation
• Free schooling for children
• Private medical insurance
• Annual airfares to your home country
• End of service gratuity
• Complimentary access to the GEMS Rewards programme, offering thousands of discounts and two-for-one deals on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets

About the teaching experience and growth at GEMS

At GEMS, teaching is a career. Teachers benefit from free access to world-class professional development programmes and are supported to grow across the global GEMS network. Graduate teachers benefit from our BSO accreditation and enrolment in our NQT programme, while experienced educators can take advantage of leadership pathways and international progression opportunities. Dubai offers an outstanding lifestyle in a vibrant, cosmopolitan city where the sun shines all year round, with endless opportunities for travel, cultural experiences, and adventure.