J17841 - Grade 2 Primary Teacher - Sharjah East Coast UAE - January 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 an experienced Grade 2 Primary Class Teacher starting January 2026. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Education and a minimum of two years teaching experience, preferably in the Australian or New Zealand curriculum. The position offers attractive tax-free salary, free accommodation, and a four-day working week, making it a great opportunity for educators seeking career advancement in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary starting from 11,500 AED

Free furnished family accommodation

Subsidised school places

Comprehensive medical insurance

Free annual flights

Extensive professional development opportunities

Four-day working week (Mon-Thu)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience, preferably in UAE.
• Registered as a professional teacher (VIT, QTS, etc.) is preferred.
• Applicants must have a relevant teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 2 students in a multinational environment.
• Implement the Australian curriculum with a student-centered focus.
• Contribute to professional development initiatives.

Skills

Experience in Australian curriculum

Experience in New Zealand curriculum

Student-centered approach

Teaching ESL students

Multicultural classroom experience

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Job description

Grade 2 Primary Class Teacher for January 2026

Salary & Benefits

1. Attractive tax‑free salary starting from 11,500 AED per month (based on qualifications and experience)
2. Free furnished family accommodation
3. Two subsidised school places (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‑Thu) working week

The school 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.

Locations & Contract

• 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. This is a more rural location. Visit website: https://www.visitsharjah.com/en/regions/east-coast
• Start Date: January 2026
• Contract Length: 1.5–2 years
• Working Hours: 4‑day week – Monday to Thursday

Recruitment Criteria

• Australian or NZ curriculum experience preferred; applicants with strong previous teaching experience can be considered
• Bachelor of Education or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience (will consider less on a case‑by‑case basis)
• Preferred registration as a professional teacher (e.g., VIT, QTS, etc.)
• Applicants must have a relevant teaching qualification (minimum Bachelor's degree)

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.

Please contact your Edvectus consultant for more information.