Music Teacher - GEMS Founders School - Dubai, UAE

Gems Education UAE

Dubai

On-site

AED 133,920 - 195,300

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling for eligible dependents

Comprehensive private medical insurance

Annual airfare to home country

End of service gratuity

Access to GEMS Rewards for discounts

Structured professional development

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is looking for a Music Teacher to join GEMS Founders School in Dubai starting August 2026. This position is ideal for both early career and experienced teachers looking to enhance their teaching in a high standards environment.

Key responsibilities include planning and delivering Music lessons, organising extracurricular activities, and collaborating with colleagues to maintain teaching excellence. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in Music and experience in the British curriculum.

Qualifications

Experience teaching Music within the British curriculum.
Strong subject knowledge in practical and theoretical music.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons aligned with the National Curriculum for England.
Organise concerts, performances, and extracurricular music activities.
Use assessment data to monitor student progress.

Skills

Music curriculum delivery

Performance direction and ensemble leadership

Curriculum planning and assessment

Classroom management and student engagement

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music with PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent

Job description

Music Teacher – GEMS Founders School – Dubai, UAE

Position Overview
GEMS Founders School Dubai is recruiting a Music Teacher to join from August 2026. This British curriculum teaching opportunity is ideal for Early Career Teachers and experienced educators seeking international experience in a high‑performing school recognized for outstanding standards in Dubai.

Job Details:
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 12,000–17,500 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons aligned with the National Curriculum for England
Develop students' skills in performance, composition, and music theory
Organise concerts, performances, and extracurricular music activities
Use assessment data to monitor student progress and raise attainment
Encourage participation in choirs, ensembles, and school productions
Contribute to curriculum enrichment and creative arts initiatives
Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high teaching standards
Uphold safeguarding and student welfare policies

Ideal Profile

Bachelor's degree in Music with PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience teaching Music within the British curriculum
Strong subject knowledge in practical and theoretical music
Demonstrated ability to deliver outstanding teaching and learning outcomes
Creative, enthusiastic, and student‑focused approach
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Valid enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance

Skills Set