Upper Primary Teacher – Aug 2026 – Sharjah, UAE

anzuk Education; Sharjah; On-site; AED 216,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Housing options – furnished apartment or allowance

Annual flight allowance

Health insurance

4-day working week

Opportunities for professional development

Tax-free salary based on experience

Job summary

A leading international education provider in Sharjah, UAE, is seeking an Upper Primary Teacher for August 2026. The successful candidate will teach Grade 5 or Grade 6 using the Australian curriculum. Applicants should have a relevant education degree, valid teaching license, and 2+ years of teaching experience. The role offers a tax-free salary, housing options, and opportunities for professional development. This is a two-year renewable contract, providing a supportive and diverse teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification teaching experience at relevant age range.
• Experience with the Australian Curriculum is advantageous.
• Previous international teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with the Australian Curriculum is advantageous
• International teaching experience, especially in the Middle East, is a plus

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Victorian (Australian) curriculum.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback
• Collaborate with colleagues and leaders to drive student success
• Engage in professional development opportunities
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents and community
• Support a positive school culture in a growing international context

Skills

Dynamic and creative approach to teaching

Flexibility and resilience

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelors / Post-graduate studies in education or relevant teaching subject

Postgraduate qualifications in Education

Teaching license/registration

Tools

Teaching licence from Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, UK, US or Canada

Job description

Upper Primary Teacher – Aug 2026 – Sharjah, UAE

Upper Primary Teacher required for international school in Sharjah, UAE in August 2026

Location: Sharjah, UAE

Region: Middle East

Start Date: August 2026

Curriculum: Australian (Victoria)

Length of Contract: 2 years (renewable)

The School

This school is part of an international group with several campuses across the emirate of Sharjah in the UAE, and due to ongoing growth in their school communities, they are seeking passionate and committed educators to join the team. The group is a leading international education provider in the UAE, educating students from over 80 nationalities. An Australian school group offering the Australian (Victorian) curriculum to 4000+ students, this is the largest provider of the Victorian F-10 curriculum outside Australia. The group is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and a nurturing environment that empowers students to reach their full potential; they are dedicated to preparing students for success in an ever-changing global landscape.

The Location

Sharjah is the cultural capital of the UAE, and this school is located on the east coast of this stunning emirate, in an area primed for rapid development. School staff often live in the nearby emirate of Fujairah, meaning you can enjoy coastal living only a short distance from the campus. On the East Coast of the UAE, rugged mountains meet serene beaches, and mangrove forests thrive amidst the desert landscape. People who live in this area benefit from the active lifestyle that the environment encourages, with the excitement of Dubai only an hour and a half away.

The Role

There are two upper primary positions available, so you will be teaching either Grade 5 or Grade 6 boys through the Australian curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Victorian (Australian) curriculum
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student participation and enjoyment with a strong focus on student well-being
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to ensure student success
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community, demonstrating cultural sensitivity

Requirements

• Bachelors / Post-graduate studies in education / relevant teaching subject
• Valid teaching licence / current teaching registration preferably from Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, UK, US or Canada (e.g. VIT, QTS)
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification teaching experience at relevant age range
• Experience with the Australian Curriculum is advantageous but not essential
• Previous international teaching experience, particularly within the Middle East context, would be an advantage
• Dynamic and creative approach to teaching and motivating students
• Flexibility and resilience required to work in a team at fast growing schools
• Tax‑free salary paid on a scale linked to teaching experience
• End of service gratuity
• Housing options – furnished apartment or allowance (financial contribution)
• Annual flight allowance to the point of origin
• Health insurance
• 4‑day working week Monday to Thursday
• Opportunities for professional development
• 2 year contract with renewal options

About ANZUK Education

ANZUK Education has supported educators since 2004. We’re able to fully support schools and educators by finding the right educator, right place, right time. Our International Schools Team is dedicated to ensuring equity in education for students by connecting great teachers to schools that truly value them.

Next steps

Please click to apply, or contact the international team directly via email at [e-mail] with an updated CV to discuss the role, school and location in more detail. We are here to help guide and support you with your next international career move. Apply now!