J17403 - Secondary Science Teacher - Sharjah East Coast UAE - August 2026

Edvectus; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international school in the UAE is looking for a committed Secondary Science Teacher, starting in August 2026. This role offers an attractive tax-free salary of 11,500 AED per month, free accommodation, and comprehensive medical insurance among other benefits. Candidates should have relevant teaching experience, preferably in Australian or NZ curriculum, and two years in the UAE educational context would be advantageous. Join a vibrant and multicultural community focused on student-centered learning.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Free furnished family accommodation

Comprehensive medical insurance

Free annual flights

Extensive professional development opportunities

Four day working week

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience; less may be considered.
• Preferred registration as a professional teacher (e.g., VIT, QTS).
• Degree must align with the teaching subject.

Responsibilities

• Teach students in a multicultural setting focusing on inquiry-based learning.
• Prepare lessons and assessments in accordance with the curriculum.
• Support ESL and largely Arabic children effectively.

Skills

Experience in Australian or NZ curriculum

Two years teaching experience

Fluency in English

Ability to teach ESL students

Education

Bachelor of Education or Maths degree + PGCE or equivalent

Job description

SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER - AUGUST 2026

A popular and prestigious international school in the Northern Emirates is seeking experienced teachers to join its expanding team of passionate educators for the next academic year. If you have at least two years post qualifying experience and embrace a student centred model of learning and are happy to work with predominantly ESL and largely Arabic children in a setting that is distinctly multi‑national and multicultural, then this may be the opportunity for you. The school needs teachers that are committed for the long term and consider this as a career enhancement opportunity.

Salary & Benefits

1. Attractive tax free salary starting from 11,500 AED per month and based on qualifications and experience
2. Free furnished family accommodation
3. Two subsidised school places (Please note the school serves mainly host nationals and may only be suitable for dependent children under the age of 5)
4. Comprehensive medical insurance
5. Free annual flights
6. Extensive professional development opportunities
7. Benefit of a four day (Mon - Thur) working week!

The schools is particularly interested in candidates with teaching experience in Australia, New Zealand, England, or Ireland, and with prior experience working in the UAE educational environment.

Job Details

Country: UAE

Emirate: Sharjah

Curriculum: Australian / Inquiry based is preferred. Priority will be given to teachers who have taught in the UAE before.

Location: The new world‑class campuses, located on the picturesque east coast of the United Arab Emirates in Kalba

Location Note: This is a more rural location. Look at the website https://www.visitsharjah.com/en/regions/east-coast

Start Date: August 2026

Contract Length: 2 years

Working Hours: 4 day week – Monday to Thursday

Recruitment Criteria

• Australian or NZ curriculum experience preferred; however applicants with strong previous teaching experience can be considered
• Bachelor of Education or Maths degree + PGCE or equivalent. Degree must match teaching subject.
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience (will consider less on case by case basis)
• Preferred registration as a professional teacher (ie: VIT, QTS, etc)
• Applicants must have a relevant teaching qualification (minimum Bachelor’s degree)

Please contact your Edvectus consultant for more information.