English Teacher Secondary IGCSE AS Level

Job description

To deliver high-quality English language and literature lessons aligned with the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum while promoting academic excellence, student engagement, and wellbeing. The teacher will inspire students to achieve their full potential through innovative teaching practices, effective assessment, and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Professional responsibilities

• Participate in departmental planning, curriculum development, and school improvement initiatives.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, parent meetings, and school events.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies where appropriate.
• Maintain professional standards in line with GEMS Education policies and UAE regulatory requirements.

Key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Student progress and attainment in IGCSE English examinations.
• Quality of teaching and learning observations.
• Assessment and reporting accuracy.
• Student engagement and behavior outcomes.
• Contribution to departmental and school initiatives.
• Compliance with safeguarding and professional standards.

Skills description

• Relevant valid qualifications as per ADEK.
• Bachelor’s degree in education (MOFA attested and with equivalency).
• Subject qualification - major in English.
• Certified teaching qualification (TLS) or diploma in teaching.
• IELTS or English medium of instruction letter from university.
• At least 2 years’ teaching experience.
• A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and beyond the classroom.
• Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents.
• A proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learning.

GEMS safeguarding

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.