Social Studies Teacher - Immediate start

GEMS Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

GEMS United Indian School in Abu Dhabi invites applications for a dedicated Social Studies Teacher. The successful candidate will plan, deliver engaging lessons aligned with the curriculum, and differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.

They will utilise a range of teaching methods and digital tools to enhance learning, foster critical thinking, and maintain accurate student records. The role includes contributing to school life and upholding safeguarding and welfare standards.

Qualifications

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons aligned with curriculum and standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Utilise a variety of teaching methods and digital tools to enhance learning.
• Incorporate critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning.
• Create a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records of student achievement and prepare progress reports.
• Establish clear routines and high expectations for behaviour and academics.
• Manage the classroom effectively to ensure safety, engagement and respect.
• Adhere to school policies on discipline, safeguarding, and welfare.
• Build positive relationships and support students' social-emotional well-being.
• Participate in extracurricular activities, events, assemblies, and field trips.
• Ensure student safety, welfare and well-being at all times.
• Follow all GEMS policies and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the curriculum and standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Utilise a variety of teaching methods and resources including digital tools and technology to enhance learning experiences.
• Incorporate critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning strategies into daily instruction.
• Create a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that fosters independence, confidence and curiosity.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student achievement and prepare detailed progress reports.
• Establish and maintain clear classroom routines and high expectations for behaviour and academic work.
• Manage the classroom effectively to ensure safety, engagement, respect, and positive learning behaviour.
• Adhere to and uphold all school policies related to discipline, safeguarding, and student welfare.
• Build positive relationships with students and support their social-emotional well-being.
• Participate actively in extracurricular activities, school events, assemblies, and educational field trips.
• Ensure the safety, welfare, and well-being of students at all times.
• Ensure all GEMS policies, procedures, and the Code of Conduct are consistently followed.

Job description

GEMS United Indian School is looking for an enthusiastic, qualified and experienced Social Studies Teacher to join our dynamic and supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the curriculum and school standards.
• Teach core subjects using differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources- including digital tools and technology- to enhance learning experiences.
• Incorporate critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning strategies into daily instruction.
• Create a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that fosters independence, confidence, and curiosity.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student achievement and prepare detailed progress reports.
• Establish and maintain clear classroom routines and high expectations for behaviour and academic work.
• Manage the classroom effectively to ensure safety, engagement, respect, and positive learning behaviour.
• Adhere to and uphold all school policies related to discipline, safeguarding, and student welfare.
• Build positive relationships with students and support their social-emotional well-being.
• Participate actively in extracurricular activities, school events, assemblies, and educational field trips.
• Ensure the safety, welfare, and well-being of students at all times.
• Ensure all GEMS policies, procedures, and the Code of Conduct are consistently followed.