Head of Science - Dubai

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 71,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC in Dubai, UAE seeks a Head of Science to lead the Science Department, driving high standards and implementing a CBSE curriculum.

The role includes curriculum leadership, mentoring teachers, aligning with CBSE/NCERT and KHDA requirements, and promoting inquiry-based STEM learning; UAE CBSE experience and attested documents are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Science or a related subject.
• 3–5 years of Science leadership experience.
• Experience in UAE Indian-curriculum/CBSE schools.
• Strong knowledge of CBSE/NCERT curriculum and assessment practices.
• Good understanding of UAE school operations and KHDA expectations.
• Fully attested educational and professional documents.
• Leadership, communication, organizational, and team-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a coherent Science curriculum aligned with CBSE/NCERT and KHDA.
• Inspire Science teachers to maintain high teaching standards.
• Promote inquiry-based STEM learning and student-centered approaches.
• Monitor instruction quality and curriculum delivery.
• Review student performance and data to identify improvements.
• Ensure consistent assessment practices across Science disciplines.
• Mentor and develop teachers through coaching and observations.
• Collaborate with school leadership on academic planning.
• Maintain curriculum documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Support departmental development and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum leadership

Assessment practices

Data analysis

STEM education

Education

Bachelor’s and Master’s in Science

Job description

Full time | SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC | United Arab Emirates

Posted On 10/18/2026

Job Information

Education

Work Experience 1-3 years

$14/hr - $15/hr

City Dubai

State/Province Dubayy (Dubai)

337-1500

Job Description

Head of Science

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head of Science to lead the Science Department and drive high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement within a progressive CBSE curriculum environment.

The successful candidate will provide curriculum leadership, manage and develop the Science teaching team, strengthen assessment practices, and promote inquiry-based STEM learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, review, and implementation of a coherent Science curriculum aligned with CBSE/NCERT standards and KHDA requirements .
  
• Lead, manage, and inspire Science teachers to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
  
• Promote student-centered, inquiry-based approaches to Science and STEM education.
  
• Monitor classroom instruction, teaching quality, and curriculum delivery.
  
• Review student performance and assessment data to identify areas for improvement.
  
• Ensure consistent and rigorous assessment practices across Science disciplines.
  
• Support teachers through mentoring, coaching, classroom observations, and professional development.
  
• Develop and implement strategies to improve student achievement and engagement.
  
• Maintain curriculum documentation and ensure compliance with school and regulatory requirements.
  
• Collaborate with school leadership on academic planning and departmental development.
  

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Science or a relevant subject .
  
• Minimum 3–5 years of Science leadership experience .
  
• Experience specifically within UAE Indian-curriculum/CBSE schools .
  
• Strong knowledge of CBSE/NCERT curriculum and assessment practices.
  
• Good understanding of UAE school operations and KHDA expectations.
  
• Fully attested educational and professional documents.
  
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and team-management skills.
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience leading a Science Department in a CBSE school.
  
• Knowledge of STEM education and inquiry-based learning.
  
• Experience with curriculum development and academic improvement initiatives.
  
• Strong data-analysis and student-progress monitoring skills.
  

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.