PYP Maternity Cover Teacher - September Start

GEMS WORLD ACADEMY - DUBAI

Dubai

On-site

AED 46,000 - 111,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

GEMS World Academy–Dubai seeks an innovative PYP Cover Teacher (Early Years-Grade 5) to join our Primary team, starting immediately. The ideal candidate will be aligned with the IB philosophy and Learner Profile, with experience in PYP and/or Early Childhood Education, and a passion for teaching within our diverse community.

We require UAE residency or current UAE visa status and a credential such as B.Ed, PGCE or PGDE.

Qualifications

  • A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B. Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 2 years varied and demonstrable teaching experience in Primary School, ideally within an IB curriculum school.

Education

B. Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent

Job description

THE ACADEMY

GEMS World Academy–Dubai (GWA) is a private, co-educational IB World School for PreK to Grade 12 students, established in 2008 as part of GEMS Education. Authorised to deliver the PYP, MYP, DP and CP programmes, GWA is also accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Located in the heart of Dubai, we serve a diverse international community. Our ethos is rooted in the IB Learner Profile – encouraging intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a strong sense of community. GWA is recognised nationally and internationally for improving student outcomes and for its inclusive, aspirational vision.

Our Primary School has transformed student outcomes and succeeded in inspiring a love of learning at GEMS World Academy, through the dedication of staff, their exceptional knowledge, and the department’s forward-thinking approach to data and the curriculum.

THE ROLE

We are now looking for an innovative PYP Cover Teacher (Early Years-Grade 5) to join this successful team, beginning immediately.

The ideal candidate will have experience of the PYP Programme and/or Early Childhood Education. Genuine alignment with the philosophy of the IB and the values embodied in the Learner Profile are essential, as is a passion for working in our truly diverse community.

  • The ideal candidate will already be located in the UAE and have their own visa.
BENEFITS

A competitive daily rate package is available for successful candidates.

SKILLS
  • A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B. Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent
  • A minimum of 2 years varied and demonstrable teaching experience in Primary School, ideally within an IB curriculum school, however this is not mandatory
  • The experience, personality and educational philosophy to continue to drive the education agenda at this flagship GEMS World school with an international student body
  • The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
  • Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
  • Must already have a visa to work in the UAE

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

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