Teachers - FS, Primary and Secondary, September 2026

GEMS CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL - ABU DHABI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international school in Abu Dhabi is seeking outstanding and experienced teachers to join their team in September 2026. Candidates must be committed to teaching and learning with strong subject knowledge, particularly in the National Curriculum of England. Responsibilities include delivering quality lessons, assessing student progress, and promoting a supportive classroom environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with students and colleagues are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to both academic and extracurricular programs.

Qualifications

• Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication skills able to build relationships.
• Experience teaching the National Curriculum of England required.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and encourage GEMS Core Values.
• Deliver required curriculum and demonstrate subject knowledge.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons for diverse learning styles.
• Assess and report on student progress and attainment.
• Promote general well-being and guidance of students.

Skills

Commitment to teaching and learning

Communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Strong subject knowledge

Education

Experience teaching the National Curriculum of England

Job description

We are looking for outstanding and experienced teachers to join our team in September, 2026.

New vacancies available for FS, Homeroom and secondary specialist teachers.

Role and Responsibilities

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Deliver the required curriculum; demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students; create and utilise appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.
• Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request; establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans etc.
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities e.g., late‑entering students, ESL, low academic ability, gifted and talented etc.
• Set and mark work; assess, record and report on the academic development, progress and attainment of students and use assessment to ensure the curriculum meets the individual student’s needs.
• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
• Promote the general progress and well‑being of students and provide guidance to students on educational matters.
• Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate e.g., Ministry of Education officials.
• Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study and pastoral arrangements.
• Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co‑curricular and extra‑curricular programmes in the school; promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials and experiences.
• Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behaviour; plan and implement strategies to encourage self‑discipline and manage disruptive behaviour.
• Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
• Assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions e.g., inter‑house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days etc.
• Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students’ progress while respecting the confidentiality of student‑related information.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day where the tasks require additional commitment.

Skills

Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in relevant area.

Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life.

Experience teaching the National Curriculum of England is required.