IB Secondary English Teacher: Literature & Inquiry

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

Job summary

GEMS Education UAE invites applications for a Secondary English Teacher - IB Curriculum at its Dubai Hills campus. This full-time role requires delivering engaging IB English instruction to meet the rigorous standards of the IB continuum, while fostering inquiry, literacy and global perspectives.

The successful candidate will plan, assess and differentiate lessons, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to enrichment activities, fully embracing the school’s international ethos and

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification for Secondary English education.
• Strong academic background in English, Literature or closely related subject.
• Successful experience teaching English at Secondary level.
• International Baccalaureate teaching experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Secondary English lessons within the school IB learning environment.
• Develop students' reading comprehension, literary analysis and critical interpretation skills.
• Strengthen academic, analytical and creative writing through structured teaching and regular practice.
• Guide students in evaluating themes, perspectives, language choices and literary techniques.
• Develop confident speaking, listening and presentation skills.
• Use inquiry-led learning to encourage independent questioning and thoughtful discussion.
• Design concept-driven learning experiences that connect texts with wider cultural and global contexts.
• Differentiate lessons to ensure appropriate support and challenge for students with varying levels of attainment.
• Select purposeful texts and learning resources that broaden students' literary and cultural understanding.
• Use formative assessment to identify strengths, misconceptions and areas requiring further development.
• Monitor student progress and use evidence to refine planning and classroom instruction.
• Provide constructive feedback that improves written accuracy, argument, structure and analytical depth.
• Prepare students for IB Secondary assessment requirements and advanced academic study.
• Maintain high expectations for participation, academic integrity and quality of written work.
• Build an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing and challenging ideas.
• Encourage independent reading and sustained engagement with literature.
• Collaborate with English colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment and moderation.
• Share effective teaching approaches and contribute to departmental professional learning.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Contribute to literary, debating, writing and other enrichment opportunities.
• Participate actively in co-curricular programmes and wider school initiatives.
• Uphold the values of GEMS Education and the IB Learner Profile.

Skills

Secondary English

IB English

English Literature

English Language

Literary analysis

Critical reading

Academic writing

Analytical writing

Creative writing

Reading comprehension

Textual analysis

Language development

Oral communication

Presentation skills

Inquiry-based learning

Concept-driven learning

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

Formative assessment

Summative assessment

Student progress monitoring

Written feedback

Critical thinking

Classroom discussion

Independent reading

Curriculum collaboration

Assessment moderation

Educational technology

Student enrichment

IB Learner Profile

Job description

GEMS Education UAE invites applications for a Secondary English Teacher - IB Curriculum at its Dubai Hills campus. This full-time role requires delivering engaging IB English instruction to meet the rigorous standards of the IB continuum, while fostering inquiry, literacy and global perspectives.

The successful candidate will plan, assess and differentiate lessons, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to enrichment activities, fully embracing the school’s international ethos and