IB Secondary Biology Teacher - Tax-Free Salary & Housing

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 156,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Flights

Private medical insurance

Tuition support for one child

Visa sponsorship

Relocation allowance

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards

Job summary

GEMS International School - Dubai Hills in Dubai, United Arab Emirates invites applications for a Secondary Biology Teacher (IB). The role requires minimum 3 years of experience teaching Biology, preferably with IB MYP/DP exposure.

You will deliver inquiry-led science, develop analytical skills and support student achievement across IB pathways. The position starts August 2027, with a tax-free salary and a comprehensive package including accommodation, flights, medical insurance and visa

Qualifications

• Recognised degree-level teaching qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with IB MYP and/or IB Diploma Programme is highly desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of Secondary Biology and practical laboratory instruction.
• Strong understanding of inquiry-led and concept-driven pedagogy.
• Ability to develop scientific reasoning beyond rote content.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous Secondary Biology lessons aligned with IB requirements.
• Develop understanding of cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, physiology.
• Design inquiry-based investigations with questions, evidence evaluation, conclusions.
• Connect theory with lab work, current applications and real-world challenges.
• Differentiate activities for diverse learners.
• Conduct practical biology investigations with proper lab procedures.
• Provide feedback on reports, data interpretation and examinations.
• Prepare students for IB MYP, IB Diploma Programme and other pathways.
• Collaborate on curriculum mapping, assessment design and staff professional learning.
• Maintain inclusive classroom culture and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Participate in development of enrichment and co-curricular activities.
• Uphold GEMS Education values and IB Learner Profile.

Skills

Secondary Biology

IB Biology

IB MYP

IB Diploma Programme

A-Level Biology

Cell biology

Molecular biology

Genetics

Ecology

Evolution

Human physiology

Biological systems

Experimental biology

Laboratory techniques

Scientific investigation

Experimental design

Data interpretation

Scientific research

Laboratory safety

Inquiry-based learning

Concept-driven learning

Biology curriculum planning

Scientific literacy

Critical thinking

Formative assessment

Summative assessment

Differentiated instruction

Student progress analysis

Examination preparation

Science enrichment

Education

Recognised degree-level teaching qualification such as B.Ed, PGCE, State Teaching License or equivalent

Job description

GEMS International School - Dubai Hills in Dubai, United Arab Emirates invites applications for a Secondary Biology Teacher (IB). The role requires minimum 3 years of experience teaching Biology, preferably with IB MYP/DP exposure.

You will deliver inquiry-led science, develop analytical skills and support student achievement across IB pathways. The position starts August 2027, with a tax-free salary and a comprehensive package including accommodation, flights, medical insurance and visa