IB Global Politics Teacher (DP) – Inspire Change

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 123,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for one child

Private medical insurance

Annual return airfare

Job summary

GEMS Education seeks a Global Politics Teacher for the IB Diploma Programme in Dubai Hills. The role focuses on developing students' political understanding, analytical writing and evidence-based inquiry to evaluate international issues.

The ideal candidate will hold a teaching qualification in Humanities and have experience with IB Diploma Global Politics or strong foundation in political theory and contemporary global affairs. A focus on inquiry-based, discussion-led learning is essential.

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a recognized teaching qualification in Humanities or related field and have at least three years of secondary teaching experience.
• Experience delivering IB Diploma Programme is preferred but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of international relations, political theory and contemporary global affairs is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver inquiry-based Global Politics lessons for secondary students.
• Align units and assessment with IB Diploma Programme requirements.
• Teach concepts relating to power, sovereignty, legitimacy and political systems.
• Explore human rights, development, conflict, peace and global interactions.
• Integrate current affairs and real-world case studies into classroom inquiry.
• Differentiate instruction for English-language learners and students with additional needs.
• Assess student knowledge and provide feedback with actionable next steps.
• Collaborate with Diploma Programme colleagues on curriculum planning and assessment.

Skills

IB Global Politics teaching

Diploma Programme planning

Political theory

International relations

Human-rights education

Development studies

Conflict and peace studies

Inquiry-based learning

Concept-driven teaching

Academic debate facilitation

Analytical essay writing

Research-method instruction

Source evaluation

Case-study development

IB assessment preparation

Differentiated instruction

EAL student support

Progress-data analysis

Parent communication

Model United Nations support

Classroom technology integration

Education

Bachelor of Education

PGCE/PGDE or equivalent

Job description

GEMS Education seeks a Global Politics Teacher for the IB Diploma Programme in Dubai Hills. The role focuses on developing students' political understanding, analytical writing and evidence-based inquiry to evaluate international issues.

The ideal candidate will hold a teaching qualification in Humanities and have experience with IB Diploma Global Politics or strong foundation in political theory and contemporary global affairs. A focus on inquiry-based, discussion-led learning is essential.