Primary Music & Drama Teacher: Creative Performance Leader

Gems Education UAE

Dubai

On-site

AED 167,400 - 223,200

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax‑free salary

Fully furnished accommodation package

Free schooling for eligible dependents

Comprehensive private medical insurance

Annual airfare to home country

End‑of‑service gratuity as per UAE labor law

Access to GEMS Rewards with extensive lifestyle benefits

Professional growth within a globally recognized education network

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking a Primary Music and Drama Teacher for GEMS Metropole School Al Waha in Dubai, starting in August 2026. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons in a British curriculum, fostering young learners' creativity and performance skills through various creative arts.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Education or relevant degree, strong experience in Primary education, and a background in Music and Drama. The position offers a competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished accommodation, and comprehensive medical insurance among other benefits.

Qualifications

Proven experience teaching at Primary level.
Strong background in Music and Drama education.
Demonstrated record of delivering outstanding learning and creative outcomes.
Enthusiastic and innovative approach to performing arts teaching.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
Valid enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Music and Drama lessons across the Primary phase.
Develop students' skills in performance, expression, stage confidence, and creativity.
Organize school productions, performances, and creative arts events.
Integrate cross-curricular learning and project-based creative activities.
Assess and monitor student progress in performing arts.
Contribute to extracurricular programmes including choirs, drama clubs, and productions.
Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment aligned with school values.
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum innovation and enrichment.