J18163 - Primary Teacher-Grade 5-Teacher- East Coast Sharjah - January 2026

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

Job summary

An international school in the UAE is seeking a passionate Grade 5 Teacher for January 2026. The role offers a tax-free salary between AED 11,500 and AED 17,000 per month, along with free accommodation, flights, and medical insurance for the employee and dependents. Candidates should have at least 2 years of teaching experience, preferably with the Australian curriculum, and a relevant degree. This position is ideal for teachers committed to a long-term career opportunity in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Free furnished accommodation

Medical insurance for family

Two free school places for dependents

Gratuity payment at contract completion

Four-day working week

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience, but may consider less on case-by-case basis.
• Preferred registration as a professional teacher.
• Relevant teaching qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons based on the Australian curriculum.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of ESL and Arabic children.
• Contribute to a multicultural and multinational educational environment.

Skills

Teaching experience in Australia, New Zealand, England, or Ireland

Experience in the UAE educational environment

Student-centred learning approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant field

Professional teacher registration (VIT, QTS, etc.)

Job description

PRIMARY GRADE 5 TEACHER NEEDED FOR JANUARY 2026

Salary, Benefits and Appealing Features

• Tax Free Salary ranging from AED11500 to AED17000 per month depending on experience
• Free Furnished Single and Family Accommodation in neighbouring Fujairah
• Flights and Medical Insurance for Employee, Spouse and 2 Dependent children
• Two Free School Places for Dependents
• Gratuity Payment at Completion of Contract
• Other Moving Benefits
• A Four Day Week and a Long Weekend Every Weekend
• Indepth Professional Development and Enhanced Promotion Opportunities

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.

Location & Details

• Country: UAE
• Emirate: Sharjah - East Coast
• Curriculum: Australian / Inquiry based is preferred. Priority will be given to teachers who have taught in the UAE before.
• Location: The new world‑class campus, located on the picturesque east coast of the United Arab Emirates in Khorfakhan
• Location Note: This is a more rural location. Look at the website https://www.visitsharjah.com/en/regions/east-coast
• Start Date: January 2026
• Contract Length: 2 years
• Working Hours: 4 day week - Monday to Thursday

Recruitment Criteria

• Australian curriculum experience preferred
• 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)

A popular and prestigious international school in the Northern Emirates is seeking experienced teachers to join its expanding team of passionate educators. 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.