Geography Teacher – GCSE & A-Level

CHK Education Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical insurance

Flight allowance

Job summary

CHK Education Ltd in Dubai seeks a Geography Teacher to join its secondary team for January 2027. The role covers GCSE and A-Level geography under the British curriculum, with a focus on inquiry, analysis and fieldwork.

Rewards include a tax-free salary of AED 10,000–14,000 per month, housing or housing allowance, medical insurance and flight allowance, with a supportive team and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography or a related discipline
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, PGDE, QTS or equivalent)
• A minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience after qualification

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Data-informed teaching

GCSE/A-Level delivery

Classroom management

Safeguarding commitment

Collaborative approach

Enthusiasm for geography

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Qualified teaching credential (PGCE/PGDE/QTS)

Minimum 2 years teaching experience

Job description

Job Title

Geography Teacher – GCSE & A-Level

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Salary Range and Package Details

• Salary: AED 10,000 – 14,000 per month, depending on years of experience
• Housing or housing allowance
• Medical insurance
• Flight allowance

Start Date

January 2027

About the School

chk Education is delighted to be supporting a British curriculum school in Dubai as it seeks to appoint a Geography Teacher to join its secondary team in January 2027.
The school follows the English National Curriculum, with students progressing through Key Stage 3 to GCSE and A-Level qualifications. The curriculum is designed to give students strong academic foundations while building curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. In Geography, students explore the connections between people, places and environments, developing skills in enquiry, analysis and fieldwork.
The student body is diverse and international, creating a rich learning environment in every classroom. Teachers work as part of a supportive team, with opportunities for professional development. For a geography specialist, this is an opportunity to teach at the key GCSE and A-Level stages and help students achieve their goals.

Snapshot of Dubai

Dubai is a global city, home to people from more than 200 nationalities, with a large community of UK and international educators, making it easy to build a social network and settle in.
Salaries in the UAE are tax-free, which makes it easier to save, travel and enjoy a high standard of living. With housing, medical insurance and flights included in your package, you can settle in with confidence.
Outside school, Dubai offers sunshine for much of the year, with pleasant winters that are ideal for the beach, outdoor dining, hiking and desert trips. The city is known for landmarks such as the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Marina, and offers excellent shopping, a diverse food scene, parks and events throughout the year. It is widely regarded as one of the safest cities in the world, with high-quality healthcare, modern infrastructure and a good public transport network. Its international airport also makes it easy to travel to Asia and Europe during your holidays.
For a geography teacher, Dubai also offers real-world examples of urban development, desert landscapes and coastal environments.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Geography or a related discipline
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, PGDE, QTS or equivalent)
• A minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience after qualification

Essential Skills

• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons at GCSE and A-Level
• Experience of supporting strong student outcomes and using data to inform teaching
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of all children
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school
• Enthusiasm for geography education

chk Education utilises safer recruitment procedures to ensure compliance with child protection requirements in all employment processes. The policies for safer recruitment are aligned with best practice and the International Taskforce for Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject, but not limited to, various background and security checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.