Overview

Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable STEM Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in science, technology, engineering. The educator will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging curriculum that inspires students to explore and excel in these fields.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver innovative STEM and robotics lessons for children.
- Integrate the latest EdTech tools and products into the curriculum to enhance learning outcomes.
- Foster a creative and inclusive learning environment that encourages students to explore new ideas and solve problems.
- Assess student progress and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborate with other educators and staff to create interdisciplinary projects and activities. The educator must be able to horizontally map the curriculum to create Lego/robotics/stem relevance across subjects.
- Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in STEM education and EdTech.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Teaching certification or relevant credentials in STEM or Computer Science education in preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience, preferably in a STEM, robotics or makerspace environment.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Scratch, and familiarity with LEGO, robotics, coding platforms, and other EdTech tools.
- Strong understanding of STEM principles and the ability to integrate them into the curriculum.
- Experience with hands-on, project-based learning and the ability to inspire creativity and critical thinking in students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Passion for education and a commitment to fostering a love of learning in students of all ages.
Skills
- Knowledge of current trends in digital literacy and computational thinking.
- Ability to design and implement interdisciplinary projects that combine multiple STEAM disciplines.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Preferred Candidate
Mid Career – Over 2 years experience
Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
About GEMS Education
Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.