Teacher

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education UAE in Dubai seeks an experienced teacher to join our on-site, full-time team. The role requires strong subject knowledge, lesson planning, progress assessment and safeguarding commitments.

You will collaborate with colleagues to deliver an inspiring curriculum and support diverse learners, including ESL students and those needing extra academic challenge. On-site in Dubai, UAE, the position offers opportunities to lead curriculum development, contribute to pastoral arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in the relevant teaching discipline.
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver engaging lessons.
• Experience in student assessment and progress reporting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the required curriculum with accurate, current and relevant subject knowledge.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that engage, motivate and challenge students.
• Prepare appropriate teaching materials, resources and classroom activities to support different learning styles.
• Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate students with varying academic abilities and educational needs.
• Provide appropriate learning support for ESL learners, students needing extra academic assistance, and gifted and talented students.
• Maintain written evidence of lesson planning and preparation when requested.
• Develop and maintain curriculum plans, year plans, teaching resources and assessment schedules.
• Integrate suitable media and educational technology into classroom teaching.
• Encourage curiosity, independent learning and positive attitudes towards education.
• Set, mark and evaluate student work in accordance with school requirements.
• Assess and record academic achievement, attainment and individual learning progress.
• Prepare accurate reports on student development and academic performance.
• Use assessment information to adapt teaching methods and address individual learning needs.
• Identify areas where students require additional support or further academic challenge.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and relevant academic documentation.
• Provide educational guidance that supports students' academic progress and overall development.
• Establish a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitor student behaviour and encourage respectful interactions and responsible conduct.
• Develop and implement appropriate strategies to promote self-discipline and positive behaviour.
• Manage disruptive behaviour effectively and in accordance with school policies.
• Support students' general progress, personal development and wellbeing.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and encourage respect for different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Promote a positive attitude towards learning and responsible participation in school life.
• Follow GEMS Education policies, procedures and professional codes of conduct at all times.
• Work closely with teaching colleagues to prepare and improve curriculum materials, learning resources and courses of study.
• Collaborate on pastoral arrangements and initiatives that support student development.
• Participate in staff appraisal, performance management and continuing professional development activities.
• Share teaching ideas, resources and professional experiences to support effective educational practice.
• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with colleagues and school leaders.
• Contribute to a collaborative school culture guided by GEMS Education's standards of excellence and core values.
• Demonstrate professional commitment and flexibility when school responsibilities require additional time or effort.
• Participate in co-curricular and extracurricular programmes that contribute to student development.
• Take a leadership role in school activities where appropriate.
• Assist with planning and organising school events, celebrations and educational activities.
• Support inter-house competitions, concerts, school productions, prize-giving events and other school functions.
• Encourage students to participate in activities that develop confidence, teamwork and personal interests.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community through active involvement and professional collaboration.
• Maintain regular and constructive communication with parents regarding student progress and development.
• Attend parent meetings and provide clear, accurate information about academic achievement and learning needs.
• Promote the GEMS Education philosophy and core values through professional communication.
• Respect the confidentiality of student information when communicating with parents and other stakeholders.
• Communicate with external educational stakeholders, including Ministry of Education officials, where appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues and members of the wider school community.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Curriculum planning

Assessment and reporting

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Adaptability to diverse learners

Job description

Teacher Job Snapshot - Role: Teacher - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Primary-Secondary Education - Function: Classroom Teaching - Experience: Teaching experience and strong subject knowledge in the relevant area; specific years not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Primary-Secondary Education - Function: Classroom Teaching - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Teaching and Curriculum Responsibilities

• Deliver the required curriculum with accurate, current and relevant subject knowledge.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that engage, motivate and challenge students.
• Prepare appropriate teaching materials, resources and classroom activities to support different learning styles.
• Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate students with varying academic abilities and educational needs.
• Provide appropriate learning support for students entering the school at different stages, English as a Second Language learners, students requiring additional academic assistance, and gifted and talented students.
• Maintain written evidence of lesson planning and preparation when requested.
• Develop and maintain curriculum plans, year plans, teaching resources and assessment schedules.
• Integrate suitable media and educational technology into classroom teaching.
• Encourage curiosity, independent learning and positive attitudes towards education.

Student Assessment and Academic Progress

• Set, mark and evaluate student work in accordance with school requirements.
• Assess and record academic achievement, attainment and individual learning progress.
• Prepare accurate reports on student development and academic performance.
• Use assessment information to adapt teaching methods and address individual learning needs.
• Identify areas where students require additional support or further academic challenge.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and relevant academic documentation.
• Provide educational guidance that supports students ' academic progress and overall development.

Classroom Management and Student Wellbeing

• Establish a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitor student behaviour and encourage respectful interactions and responsible conduct.
• Develop and implement appropriate strategies to promote self-discipline and positive behaviour.
• Manage disruptive behaviour effectively and in accordance with school policies.
• Support students ' general progress, personal development and wellbeing.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and encourage respect for different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Promote a positive attitude towards learning and responsible participation in school life.
• Follow GEMS Education policies, procedures and professional codes of conduct at all times.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Work closely with teaching colleagues to prepare and improve curriculum materials, learning resources and courses of study.
• Collaborate on pastoral arrangements and initiatives that support student development.
• Participate in staff appraisal, performance management and continuing professional development activities.
• Share teaching ideas, resources and professional experiences to support effective educational practice.
• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with colleagues and school leaders.
• Contribute to a collaborative school culture guided by GEMS Education 's standards of excellence and core values.
• Demonstrate professional commitment and flexibility when school responsibilities require additional time or effort.

Co-Curricular and School Activities

• Participate in co-curricular and extracurricular programmes that contribute to student development.
• Take a leadership role in school activities where appropriate.
• Assist with planning and organising school events, celebrations and educational activities.
• Support inter-house competitions, concerts, school productions, prize-giving events and other school functions.
• Encourage students to participate in activities that develop confidence, teamwork and personal interests.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community through active involvement and professional collaboration.

Parent and Community Communication

• Maintain regular and constructive communication with parents regarding student progress and development.
• Attend parent meetings and provide clear, accurate information about academic achievement and learning needs.
• Promote the GEMS Education philosophy and core values through professional communication.
• Respect the confidentiality of student information when communicating with parents and other stakeholders.
• Communicate with external educational stakeholders, including Ministry of Education officials, where appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues and members of the wider school community.

Professional Requirements The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong subject knowledge in the relevant teaching discipline.
• A solid commitment to effective teaching and learning.
• The ability to plan, organise and deliver engaging classroom lessons.
• Knowledge of teaching strategies that support students with different abilities and learning needs.
• Competence in student assessment, academic recordkeeping and progress reporting.
• Effective classroom management and positive behaviour support skills.
• Confidence in using educational media and classroom technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to establish professional relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• A willingness to participate in school activities and contribute to the wider educational community.
• Commitment to professional development, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Understanding of the importance of student wellbeing, safeguarding and cultural awareness.

Teachers are expected to embrace the ethos and standards of excellence established through GEMS Education 's core values. This includes maintaining high professional standards, supporting a culture of respect and inclusion, and contributing to an educational environment where students are encouraged to develop academically and personally. The role requires professional integrity, commitment to student success and a willingness to contribute to school priorities beyond regular classroom responsibilities.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The organisation is dedicated to providing safe, supportive and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive. All employees, volunteers and partners are expected to share this commitment and uphold high standards of professional conduct and child protection. Successful applicants will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references and criminal records from relevant countries of residence and employment. Additional checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition and barring checks, and overseas police clearances where applicable, in accordance with local and international safeguarding requirements. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to student wellbeing, safeguarding responsibilities and professional integrity.