Grade 1 Primary Teacher – ASAP 2026 – Sharjah, UAE

anzuk Education; Sharjah; On-site; AED 134,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options

Flight allowance

Health insurance

End of service gratuity

4-day work week

Annual professional development

Job summary

ANZUK Education is seeking a Grade 1 Primary Teacher for an immediate start in Sharjah, UAE. The role involves teaching a Grade 1 class using the IB PYP curriculum, within a growing international school group.

You will join a team at an Australian/Victorian curriculum school group, with a 2-year renewable contract and tax-free salary. The position offers housing options, annual flight allowance, health insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, with a 4-day work week Monday to Thursday.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or postgraduate studies in education or relevant teaching subject.
• Valid teaching licence/ registration from Australia, NZ, Ireland, UK, US or Canada preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification teaching experience.
• Experience with IB PYP is advantageous but not essential.
• Previous international teaching experience in the Middle East is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Grade 1 lessons.
• Create a positive inclusive classroom fostering student participation and wellbeing.
• Use diverse teaching methods to cater to different learning styles.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to support student success.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Maintain good relationships with students, parents and the school community.

Skills

Grade 1 teaching

IB PYP

International teaching

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Teaching license/registration

Job description

Grade 1 Primary Teacher – ASAP 2026 – Sharjah, UAE

Excellent international school group in Sharjah, UAE, require a Grade 1 Primary Teacher for an immediate start.

• Grade 1 Primary Teacher – ASAP 2026 – Sharjah, UAE

Catherine Stockford Senior International Schools Consultant

Grade 1 Primary Teacher

Location: Sharjah, UAE

Region: Middle East

Start Date: ASAP 2026

Curriculum: IB PYP / Australian (Victoria)

Length of Contract: 2 years (renewable)

The School

This school is part of an international group with several campuses across the emirate of Sharjah in the UAE, and due to ongoing growth in their school communities, they are seeking passionate and committed educators to join the team. The group is a leading international education provider in the UAE, educating students from over 80 nationalities. An Australian school group offering the Australian (Victorian) curriculum to 4000+ students, this is the largest provider of the Victorian F-10 curriculum outside Australia. The group is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and a nurturing environment that empowers students to reach their full potential; they are dedicated to preparing students for success in an ever-changing global landscape.

The Location

Sharjah is the cultural capital of the UAE, and this school is located just outside the capital of this stunning emirate, off the West Coast just half an hour from central Dubai. Sharjah offers a vibrant and welcoming lifestyle for expats, blending rich cultural heritage with modern conveniences, boasting world‑class museums, beautifully restored historic districts, and a strong sense of community. Its cost of living is generally more affordable than neighbouring Dubai while still providing easy access to top‑tier amenities and clean beaches, remaining family‑friendly and safe, with a calm atmosphere enriching daily life. With its strategic location, diverse expat population, and ongoing development, Sharjah is an appealing and rewarding place to live and work.

The Role

You will be teaching a Grade 1 Primary class using the IB PYP curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student participation and enjoymentwith a strong focus on student well-being.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to ensure student success.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community, demonstrating cultural sensitivity.

Requirements

• Bachelors / Post-graduate studies in education / relevant teaching subject.
• Valid teaching licence/ current teaching registration preferably from Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, UK, US or Canada (e.g. VIT, QTS).
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification teaching experience at relevant age range.
• Experience with the IB PYP curriculum is advantageous but not essential.
• Previous international teaching experience, particularly within the Middle East context, would be an advantage.
• Dynamic and creative approach to teachingand motivatingstudents.
• Flexibility and resilience required to work in a team at fast growing schools.
• Ability to relocate immediately.
• Tax-free salary paid on a scale linked to teaching experience
• End of service gratuity
• Housing options – furnished apartment or allowance (financial contribution)
• Annual flight allowance to the point of origin
• Health insurance
• 4-day working week Monday to Thursday
• Opportunities for professional development
• 2 year contract with renewal options

About ANZUK Education

ANZUK Education has supported educators since 2004.We’reable to fully support schools and educators by finding the right educator, right place, right time. Our International Schools Team is dedicated to ensuring equity in education for students by connecting great teachers to schools that truly value them.