Teacher of Arabic A - Middle School

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS FirstPoint School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Teacher of Arabic A - Middle School to join immediately. You will deliver structured Arabic lessons and develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in a diverse international setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arabic Language and Literature with a recognised teaching qualification and at least two years of classroom experience; IELTS 6+ and Dubai international school experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Arabic Language & Literature or equivalent with recognised teacher qualification.
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience at primary or secondary level.
• International school experience in Dubai is desirable.
• English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6+.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured Arabic A lessons appropriate to middle school learners.
• Develop reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and comprehension skills.
• Apply knowledge of Arabic Language & Literature to create meaningful classroom experiences.
• Support progression between age groups using prior teaching experience.
• Assess student attainment and adjust instruction with targeted support.
• Create engaging activities that foster participation and language confidence.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying attainment levels.
• Maintain records of assessment, progress, and intervention.
• Use educational technology to strengthen lesson delivery and engagement.
• Communicate with parents about progress and areas needing attention.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum delivery and planning.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and school life.

Skills

Arabic teaching

Middle school

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Arabic Language & Literature

Teacher qualification/certification

Job description

Job Snapshot

Teacher of Arabic A - Middle School Job Snapshot Role: Teacher of Arabic A - Middle School Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Education Function: Classroom Teaching Experience: Minimum 2 years teaching experience Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Teacher of Arabic A - Middle School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an Education opportunity for an experienced Arabic educator ready to join GEMS FirstPoint School for an immediate start. The school is hiring a qualified teacher with strong Arabic language and literature knowledge, primary or secondary teaching experience, and the ability to create engaging learning experiences within a diverse international school environment. Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Education Function: Classroom Teaching Salary: 10000-16000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Role Context The Teacher of Arabic A will support the academic and language development of middle school learners while contributing experience gained across primary or secondary education. The role requires purposeful lesson delivery, sound subject knowledge, effective student assessment, and an understanding of how Arabic language learning develops across different age groups. Working within an inclusive and values-driven school, the teacher will help students strengthen Arabic communication, literacy, comprehension, and language confidence while contributing to a learning culture built around achievement, innovation, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured Arabic A lessons appropriate to middle school learners and curriculum expectations.
• Develop students ' Arabic reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and comprehension capabilities.
• Apply strong knowledge of Arabic Language and Literature to create academically meaningful classroom experiences.
• Use experience from primary or secondary education to support progression between different stages of learning.
• Assess student attainment regularly and use performance evidence to adjust instruction and provide targeted support.
• Create engaging activities that encourage participation, independent thinking, language confidence, and a genuine interest in learning Arabic.
• Differentiate classroom instruction to accommodate varying attainment levels and individual learning requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of assessment, progress, intervention, and student achievement.
• Use appropriate educational technology and digital resources to strengthen lesson delivery and student engagement.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding academic progress, classroom performance, and areas requiring additional attention.
• Collaborate with teaching colleagues and school leaders on curriculum delivery, planning, assessment, and student development.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and contribute actively to the wider life of the school.

Ideal Profile

Ideal Profile Candidates should hold a Bachelor 's degree in Arabic Language and Literature or an equivalent qualification, together with a recognised teacher qualifying certification. A minimum of two years of teaching experience at primary or secondary level is required. International school teaching experience in Dubai is desirable and would provide valuable familiarity with the expectations of a multicultural school community. The successful teacher should demonstrate excellent Arabic subject knowledge alongside a strong standard of written and spoken English equivalent to IELTS 6 or above. The role requires creativity in the classroom, confident interpersonal communication, sound IT skills, and the ability to establish productive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. A clear commitment to continued professional development and becoming an exceptional educator is important for long-term success within the school.

Skills Set

• Arabic A teaching
• Arabic Language and Literature
• Middle school education
• Primary education
• Secondary education
• Arabic reading and writing
• Arabic grammar
• Arabic comprehension
• Arabic speaking and listening
• Curriculum planning
• Lesson preparation
• Student assessment
• Differentiated instruction
• Classroom management
• Progress monitoring
• Educational technology
• Digital teaching resources
• International school teaching
• Parent communication
• English communication
• Student engagement

Why Join Us

This position provides an opportunity to develop a long-term teaching career within a major international education network while working at GEMS FirstPoint School in Dubai. Teachers have access to continuing professional development programmes and structured opportunities to expand their capabilities as educators. Graduate teachers can benefit from the school 's British Schools Overseas accreditation and ECT programme, while experienced educators can pursue broader professional and leadership pathways across the GEMS network. The school 's emphasis on extracurricular learning, innovation, inclusion, and professional growth provides scope to contribute well beyond regular classroom teaching.

About the Company

GEMS Education operates a global network of schools and has a long-established presence in Dubai and the wider UAE. GEMS FirstPoint School provides an inclusive international learning environment where students work toward recognised qualifications including GCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs. Its teaching culture combines academic development with extracurricular opportunities, professional learning, and pathways that allow educators to progress within the wider GEMS network.