High School Teachers for immediate start: Psychology, Economics, English.

GEMS American Academy - Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS American Academy - Abu Dhabi is seeking on-site High School Teachers of Economics, English, and Psychology. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the American curriculum and IB frameworks, with clear objectives and differentiated instruction.

The role requires assessing student progress, providing timely feedback, maintaining records, and contributing to student reports. Collaboration with colleagues, involvement in professional learning, pastoral care, and family

Qualifications

• Strong subject-matter expertise in Economics, English, or Psychology for high school.
• Experience with inquiry-based and student-centered learning approaches.
• Effective classroom management and inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-based lessons aligned with American curriculum and IB frameworks.
• Assess student progress, provide timely feedback, and maintain accurate records for reports.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, participate in professional learning, support pastoral care, and communicate with families.

Skills

Economics

English

Psychology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant subject

Job description

Company Description

GEMS American Academy - Abu Dhabi, founded in 2007, offers a rigorous and inclusive American curriculum alongside the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum, enabling students to graduate with a U.S. high school diploma or IB Diploma. The school blends best practices from American and IB teaching with a strong focus on inquiry, critical thinking, and global citizenship. Rated "Very Good" by ADEK, with Outstanding judgments in curriculum, student care, and leadership, the academy is committed to academic excellence and student wellbeing in a supportive learning environment. Its diverse community represents more than 80 nationalities, promoting intercultural understanding and respect. Students benefit from hands-on STEAM and innovation opportunities, along with AP and IB pathways that prepare them for success at leading universities worldwide.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Abu Dhabi for High School Teachers of Economics, English, and Psychology. The teachers will plan and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons aligned with the American curriculum and IB frameworks, ensuring clear learning objectives and differentiated instruction. Daily responsibilities include assessing student progress, providing timely feedback, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to student reports. The teachers will collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, participate in professional learning, support pastoral care, and communicate regularly with families. Additional duties include supervising students during school activities, contributing to co-curricular programs, and upholding school policies that promote wellbeing, inclusion, and global citizenship.

Qualifications

• Strong subject-matter expertise in Economics, English, or Psychology, with the ability to teach high school courses aligned to American and/or IB standards.
• Demonstrated skills in curriculum planning, lesson design, and assessment, including experience with inquiry-based and student-centered learning approaches.
• Effective classroom management, differentiation, and inclusive teaching practices that support diverse learning needs and backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback and build positive relationships with students and families.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural teaching teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or in the relevant subject area; a teaching qualification/license and experience with American and/or IB programs are highly desirable.
• Experience teaching in international or multicultural school settings and familiarity with ADEK requirements is an advantage.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, student wellbeing, and promoting global citizenship and intercultural understanding.