Primary Teacher - International School

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 145,080 - 195,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual airfare allowance

End of service gratuity

Job summary

Gems Education UAE in Dubai is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher to deliver engaging lessons and support student wellbeing in a high-performing international school. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in education and proven primary teaching experience.

This role includes responsibilities such as designing inclusive learning experiences, assessing student progress, and communicating with parents. Benefits include a competitive tax-free salary, furnished accommodation, and access to professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching across the primary level within a strong academic setting.
• Strong understanding of inclusive teaching strategies and differentiated learning.
• Excellent classroom management and lesson planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality primary curriculum lessons aligned with school standards.
• Create engaging, inclusive, and well-structured classroom experiences.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.

Skills

Primary curriculum delivery

Lesson planning and classroom management

Student assessment and academic reporting

Inclusive education and differentiated teaching

Parent communication and pastoral support

Educational technology and teaching innovation

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

An outstanding Primary Teacher opportunity is available in Dubai, UAE within the Education sector for passionate educators committed to academic excellence and student wellbeing. This Primary Teacher role focuses on delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences across the primary phase, helping students become confident, capable, and future‑ready learners within a high performing international school environment.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 13000-17500 monthly (Market estimated)

Role Context

The Primary Teacher plays a vital role in building strong educational foundations during the early and middle years of student development. This position supports academic achievement, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth by creating a positive classroom culture and delivering lessons that inspire curiosity, creativity, and independent thinking. The teacher also contributes to the wider school mission by supporting extracurricular programmes and collaborative school improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality primary curriculum lessons aligned with school standards and student learning goals.
• Create engaging, inclusive, and well-structured classroom experiences for students across the primary phase.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners and support individual student progress.
• Build strong and positive relationships with students to encourage confidence, wellbeing and academic success.
• Assess, record, and report student progress accurately to support continuous improvement.
• Use evidence based teaching methods and effective pedagogy to raise student attainment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan curriculum, share best practices, and strengthen learning outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and motivating classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding student development and academic progress.
• Participate actively in extracurricular activities, school events, and wider community initiatives.
• Uphold school values, safeguarding standards, and professional teaching expectations at all times.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor of Education or Bachelor’s degree with PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching across the primary level within a strong academic setting.
• Strong understanding of inclusive teaching strategies and differentiated learning.
• Excellent classroom management and lesson planning skills.
• Creative and enthusiastic teaching style with strong student engagement.
• Reflective and solution focused mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, parents and colleagues.
• Willingness to contribute positively to the wider school culture and extracurricular programmes.

Skills Set

• Primary curriculum delivery
• Lesson planning and classroom management
• Student assessment and academic reporting
• Inclusive education and differentiated teaching
• Parent communication and pastoral support
• Educational technology and teaching innovation
• Curriculum collaboration and resource development
• Behaviour management and student wellbeing
• Extracurricular programme participation

Why Join Us

• Join one of Dubai's leading international schools with world class recognition and strong academic standards.
• Competitive tax free salary with fully furnished accommodation provided.
• Free schooling, private medical insurance and annual airfare allowance included.
• End of service gratuity and strong long term career progression opportunities.
• Access world class CPD programmes and leadership development pathways.
• Work within an inclusive and high performing school community focused on excellence.
• Be part of an environment where innovation, wellbeing, and student success are central priorities.

About the Company

GEMS education is one of the world's largest and most respected private education providers, delivering exceptional international education across a global network of schools. In Dubai, GEMS schools combine academic excellence, innovation and holistic student development to create outstanding learning environments where students and educators thrive together in a future focused world.