Performing Arts Teacher - Drama

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 212,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully furnished accommodation

Private medical insurance

Annual flights to country of residence

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards discounts

Job summary

GEMS Metropole School in Dubai is seeking a Performing Arts Teacher to deliver engaging drama lessons and guide students through acting, movement and script interpretation. You will develop schemes of work, assess progress and support productions within a collaborative, multicultural school community.

The role emphasizes differentiated instruction, creative teaching methods and partnerships with other departments to enhance student learning and participation in school productions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts, Drama or related subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, PGDE or QTS.
• Strong subject knowledge in Drama and Performing Arts.
• Experience delivering practical, student-centred lessons.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and student achievement.
• Inspiring and engaging students with varied levels of experience.
• Effective classroom management and planning.
• Experience differentiating instruction for diverse learners.
• Confidence supporting rehearsals, productions and performances.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a multicultural school environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Performing Arts and Drama lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and teaching standards.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson sequences, practical activities and assessment tasks.
• Teach acting, improvisation, characterisation, movement, voice, script interpretation and performance skills.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where all students feel confident participating and expressing ideas.
• Differentiate activities to provide suitable support, challenge and progression.
• Coordinate performance requirements such as scripts, props, costumes, sound, lighting and rehearsal schedules.
• Lead or support auditions, casting, rehearsals, staging and production preparation.
• Collaborate with Music, Art, English, Media and other departments on cross-curricular projects.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding student progress, engagement and development.
• Promote respect, inclusion, confidence, resilience and responsible creative expression.

Skills

Performing arts teaching

Drama education

Theatre studies

Lesson planning

Curriculum delivery

Acting techniques

Improvisation

Character development

Voice and movement

Stagecraft

Rehearsal management

School productions

Performance coaching

Student assessment

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Creative learning

Student engagement

Extracurricular activities

Enrichment programmes

Parent communication

Cross-curricular collaboration

Safeguarding

Student wellbeing

Community engagement

Professional development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts, Drama, Theatre Studies or related

PGCE / PGDE / QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Performing Arts Teacher - Drama

The Performing Arts Teacher in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an education management opportunity for an inspiring educator who can deliver engaging lessons, build student confidence and encourage a lasting interest in performance.

Location: Dubai, UAE. Salary: AED 12,000–19,000 monthly. Full‑time.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Performing Arts and Drama lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and teaching standards.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson sequences, practical activities and assessment tasks.
• Teach acting, improvisation, characterisation, movement, voice, script interpretation and performance skills.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where all students feel confident participating and expressing ideas.
• Use varied teaching methods to engage students with different abilities, interests and learning needs.
• Differentiate activities to provide suitable support, challenge and progression.
• Encourage creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, communication and independent learning.
• Establish clear expectations for behaviour, rehearsal discipline, teamwork and safe participation.
• Assess student learning through practical performances, observations, written tasks, reflection and ongoing feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attainment, progress, participation and intervention.
• Use assessment results to improve lesson planning and address individual learning gaps.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback that supports artistic and academic development.
• Prepare students for performances, showcases, assemblies and school productions.
• Lead or support auditions, casting, rehearsals, staging and production preparation.
• Coordinate performance requirements such as scripts, props, costumes, sound, lighting and rehearsal schedules.
• Contribute to extracurricular Drama clubs, enrichment programmes and performance activities.
• Collaborate with Music, Art, English, Media and other departments on cross‑curricular projects.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding student progress, engagement and development.
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues, school leaders and families.
• Participate in departmental planning, curriculum review, moderation meetings and professional development.
• Support school events, community engagement and wider cultural initiatives.
• Remain current with developments in Drama education, performance practice and creative teaching methods.
• Promote respect, inclusion, confidence, resilience and responsible creative expression.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and school compliance procedures.
• Contribute positively to the values, culture and continuing development of GEMS Metropole School.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts, Drama, Theatre Studies or a related subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, PGDE, QTS or an equivalent credential.
• Strong subject knowledge in Drama and the Performing Arts.
• Experience delivering practical, creative and student‑centred lessons.
• Commitment to high‑quality teaching, continuous improvement and raising student achievement.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and engage students with different levels of experience and confidence.
• Effective classroom management and lesson organisation skills.
• Experience differentiating instruction for varied learning needs.
• Confidence supporting rehearsals, productions, performances and extracurricular activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build constructive relationships throughout a multicultural school community.
• Creative, enthusiastic, reflective and collaborative approach to teaching.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage lessons, rehearsals and performance deadlines.
• Willingness to contribute to school events, enrichment programmes and community activities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, inclusion and professional conduct.
• Experience in a British curriculum or international school is an advantage.

Skills Set

• Performing arts teaching
• Drama education
• Theatre studies
• Lesson planning
• Curriculum delivery
• Acting techniques
• Improvisation
• Character development
• Script interpretation
• Voice and movement
• Stagecraft
• Rehearsal management
• School productions
• Performance coaching
• Student assessment
• Differentiated instruction
• Classroom management
• Creative learning
• Student engagement
• Extracurricular activities
• Enrichment programmes
• Parent communication
• Cross‑curricular collaboration
• Safeguarding
• Student wellbeing
• Community engagement
• Professional development

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to teach Performing Arts within a growing international school in Dubai while contributing to a vibrant programme of productions, performances and enrichment activities. Successful candidates will have access to professional development pathways and potential career progression within the wider GEMS Education network. The employment package includes a competitive tax‑free salary, fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for dependent children, private medical insurance, annual flights to the employee’s country of residence and end‑of‑service gratuity. Employees also receive complimentary access to GEMS Rewards, providing discounts across travel, hotels, restaurants, retail, entertainment and other services in the UAE.

About the Company

GEMS Education operates a broad international school network and supports teachers through professional learning, structured career development and internal progression opportunities. GEMS Metropole School – Motor City provides a diverse learning environment where academic achievement, creativity, student wellbeing and wider community participation are actively encouraged.