IB Primary Teacher: Inquiry-Led Learning

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 13,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS International School - Dubai Hills is hiring a Primary Teacher (IB Curriculum) for an August 2027 start in Dubai. The role focuses on inquiry-led learning, building strong foundations across the curriculum and developing internationally minded learners within an IB environment.

The ideal candidate holds a recognised primary education qualification (B.Ed/PGCE) and IB PYP experience is advantageous. The school emphasizes inquiry, assessment, wellbeing and active collaboration with families.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification suitable for Primary education, such as B.Ed, PGCE, teaching license or equivalent.
• International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme experience is advantageous.
• Experience delivering successful learning within the Primary phase.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver purposeful Primary lessons within the school''s International Baccalaureate framework.
• Create inquiry-led experiences that encourage students to question and investigate.
• Develop foundations in literacy, numeracy and broader curriculum knowledge.
• Design learning sequences with clear progression in knowledge, understanding and skills.
• Use interdisciplinary learning to connect concepts across curriculum areas.
• Adapt instruction for students with different learning profiles and attainment.

Skills

Primary Education

IB Primary Years Programme

Inquiry-based learning

Literacy instruction

Numeracy instruction

Interdisciplinary learning

Unit planning

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Primary Education

Job description

GEMS International School - Dubai Hills is hiring a Primary Teacher (IB Curriculum) for an August 2027 start in Dubai. The role focuses on inquiry-led learning, building strong foundations across the curriculum and developing internationally minded learners within an IB environment.

The ideal candidate holds a recognised primary education qualification (B.Ed/PGCE) and IB PYP experience is advantageous. The school emphasizes inquiry, assessment, wellbeing and active collaboration with families.