IB Individuals & Societies Teacher — Dubai (MYP/DP)

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully furnished accommodation

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare

Free schooling for one child

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards programme

Job summary

GEMS Education UAE in Dubai is seeking an experienced Individuals and Societies Teacher for IB curricula to guide secondary students through inquiry-based study. The role emphasizes developing international-mindedness, critical thinking, and strong assessment literacy for MYP and DP cohorts within a fully authorised IB World School.

Ideal candidates hold a recognised degree-level teaching qualification with IB experience and a commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and reflective

Qualifications

• Recognised degree-level teaching qualification (B.Ed/PGCE/PGDE or equivalent).
• Specialism in History, Geography, Politics, International Relations, Economics, or Social Sciences.
• Minimum 3 years' secondary Individuals & Societies teaching experience; IB experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver inquiry-based Individuals and Societies lessons that connect concepts to current and historical issues.
• Encourage students to investigate evidence, compare perspectives, and construct informed arguments.
• Teach History, Geography, Politics, International Relations, Economics, and Social Sciences per curriculum requirements.
• Build an inclusive classroom for diverse learners; differentiate instruction for EAL and other needs.
• Incorporate digital platforms and educational technology into classroom learning.
• Develop IB-aligned units and assessment strategies; monitor progress and adjust instruction.
• Record attainment and provide targeted academic support based on assessment data.
• Provide timely feedback to support measurable improvement; communicate with parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop IB-aligned units and interdisciplinary activities.

Skills

Individuals & Societies

IB Curriculum

MYP Curriculum

DP Curriculum

History

Geography

Politics

International Relations

Economics

Social Sciences

Inquiry-based teaching

Interdisciplinary learning

Curriculum development

Unit planning

Student assessment

Source evaluation

Research skills

Critical thinking

Differentiated instruction

EAL support

Educational technology

Progress monitoring

International-mindedness

Parent communication

Education

Degree-level teaching qualification (B.Ed/PGCE/PGDE or equivalent)

Job description

GEMS Education UAE in Dubai is seeking an experienced Individuals and Societies Teacher for IB curricula to guide secondary students through inquiry-based study. The role emphasizes developing international-mindedness, critical thinking, and strong assessment literacy for MYP and DP cohorts within a fully authorised IB World School.

Ideal candidates hold a recognised degree-level teaching qualification with IB experience and a commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and reflective