Overview

GEMS WORLD ACADEMY – ABU DHABI

Job Description

Key Responsibilites:

  • Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching that supports students with diverse learning needs within the IB and British curriculum frameworks.
  • Collaborate with subject teachers to design and implement strategies that promote access, progress, and achievement for all learners.
  • Use data effectively to monitor student progress and plan targeted interventions.
  • Foster a positive, supportive classroom environment aligned with the IB Learner Profile and GEMS Core Values.
  • Contribute to the development of inclusive practices across the secondary school, promoting equity and understanding among students and staff.
  • Engage with parents and the wider school community to ensure a holistic approach to student support.

Skills

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or an initial degree plus a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/PGDE/state teaching license or equivalent) with a specialism in Design & Technology.
  • Minimum of three years’ experience teaching Secondary Design & Technology, ideally within an IB or British curriculum context (preferred but not required).
  • Strong understanding of the IB philosophy and Approaches to Teaching and Learning.
  • Proven ability to inspire, support, and challenge students to achieve their potential.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.
  • Availability to join January 2026.

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.

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Preferred Candidate

Career Level
Mid Career – Over 2 years experience

 

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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.