IB Biology Teacher - High School

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished accommodation

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare to country of residence

Free schooling

Job summary

GEMS Education UAE seeks an experienced IB Biology Teacher for Dubai American Academy to deliver inquiry‑led biology instruction to high school students. The role requires strong subject knowledge, practical laboratory teaching, and the ability to foster relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

The ideal candidate will plan lessons aligned with the IB Biology framework, differentiate instruction, and support assessment through formative and summative methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree with biology specialization or equivalent.
• Relevant bachelor's degree + teaching qualification (PGCE/PGDE or equivalent) preferred.
• Proven experience teaching IB Biology at high school level.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging IB Biology lessons for high school students.
• Follow the IB requirements, school policies, and departmental schemes of work.
• Prepare students for internal assessments and examinations in the IB Diploma Programme.

Skills

IB Biology

High school Biology

American curriculum

Biology curriculum planning

Inquiry-based learning

Laboratory instruction

Practical science

Scientific investigation

Internal assessment support

Examination preparation

Differentiated instruction

Formative assessment

Summative assessment

Student progress monitoring

Curriculum continuity

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Critical thinking development

Data analysis

Academic feedback

Parent communication

Departmental collaboration

Safeguarding

Laboratory safety

Student-centred learning

International-mindedness

Professional development

Education

Bachelor of Education with Biology specialization

PGCE/PGDE or equivalent

Job description

IB Biology Teacher - High School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an Education Management opportunity for an accomplished educator with strong knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Biology curriculum. GEMS Education is hiring an enthusiastic teacher for an August 2026 start to deliver rigorous, inquiry‑led science instruction and help students achieve strong academic outcomes. The successful candidate will join Dubai American Academy, a PreK‑to‑Grade 12 American curriculum school offering the IB Diploma Programme. The role requires excellent subject knowledge, effective differentiation, practical laboratory teaching skills, and the ability to build productive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging IB Biology lessons for high school students.
• Follow the approved curriculum, IB requirements, school policies, and departmental schemes of work.
• Develop learning experiences that strengthen scientific knowledge, inquiry, critical thinking, and problem‑solving.
• Teach biological concepts through demonstrations, practical investigations, discussions, modelling, and independent research.
• Prepare students for internal assessments, examinations, laboratory work, and other IB Diploma Programme requirements.
• Design suitable learning objectives, lesson sequences, assignments, and assessment activities.
• Maintain continuity and appropriate progression across curriculum units.
• Differentiate instruction to address varied learning needs, abilities, language profiles, and prior attainment.
• Provide appropriate extension for high‑achieving students and targeted support for learners requiring additional assistance.
• Create a positive classroom culture that encourages curiosity, participation, collaboration, and responsible scientific inquiry.
• Establish clear expectations for behaviour, laboratory safety, academic honesty, and independent study.
• Use formative and summative assessment to measure student understanding and progress.
• Mark work accurately and provide constructive feedback that helps students improve.
• Analyse assessment information and adapt teaching plans in response to identified learning gaps.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, attainment, progress, intervention, and assessment results.
• Communicate student progress clearly during parent‑teacher conferences and other scheduled meetings.
• Maintain open and professional communication with parents regarding achievement, engagement, and areas for development.
• Collaborate with Biology, science, and wider faculty colleagues to share resources and improve teaching practice.
• Contribute to curriculum review, moderation, standardisation, and departmental planning.
• Participate in professional learning, coaching, workshops, and collaborative development activities.
• Remain current with developments in IB Biology, science education, laboratory practice, and inquiry‑based learning.
• Support extracurricular science activities, enrichment programmes, competitions, trips, or school events when required.
• Contribute positively to the pastoral, academic, and community life of Dubai American Academy.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, student welfare, and school compliance requirements.
• Maintain safe laboratory procedures and ensure practical resources are used responsibly.
• Promote respect, inclusion, academic integrity, and international‑mindedness throughout teaching practice.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor of Education degree with an appropriate Biology specialisation.
• Alternatively, a relevant bachelor's degree combined with a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent.
• Proven experience teaching IB Biology at high school level.
• Previous experience within an American curriculum or IB curriculum school is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme Biology framework, assessment expectations, and practical requirements.
• Sound understanding of inquiry‑based learning and student‑centred science education.
• Ability to design and supervise practical Biology investigations safely and effectively.
• Strong classroom management and student‑engagement skills.
• Experience differentiating instruction for students with varied learning profiles.
• Ability to use assessment evidence to improve teaching and student outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and relationship‑building ability with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Commitment to professional growth, reflection, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to contribute constructively to a diverse international school community.
• Passion for Biology and the ability to inspire students to pursue scientific understanding.
• High professional standards, reliability, adaptability, and attention to student wellbeing.

Skills Set

• IB Biology
• High school Biology
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
• American curriculum
• Biology curriculum planning
• Inquiry‑based learning
• Laboratory instruction
• Practical science
• Scientific investigation
• Internal assessment support
• Examination preparation
• Differentiated instruction
• Formative assessment
• Summative assessment
• Student progress monitoring
• Curriculum continuity
• Lesson planning
• Classroom management
• Critical thinking development
• Data analysis
• Academic feedback
• Parent communication
• Departmental collaboration
• Safeguarding
• Laboratory safety
• Student‑centred learning
• International‑mindedness
• Professional development

Why Join Us

The position offers the opportunity to teach within GEMS Education's flagship American school and contribute to an established IB Diploma Programme. The employment package includes a competitive tax‑free salary, furnished accommodation, private medical insurance, annual airfare to the employee's country of residence, free schooling, and end‑of‑service gratuity. Employees also receive access to the GEMS Rewards programme, which offers savings across travel, hospitality, dining, retail, and other services in the UAE.