Geography Teacher Gems Metropole School – AL WAHA Dubai, UAE Full-time NEW

An ambitious and creative Geography Teacher is needed for an immediate start at a truly unique international school in Dubai. This full time position is available at GEMS Metropole School Al Waha. GCSE and A Level Geography lessons are delivered to inspire students about the physical and human world. A creative and enthusiastic approach is expected both inside and outside the classroom. Exemplary teaching practices are shared to develop curiosity, confidence, and respect for the environment. Geography teaching jobs in Dubai offer the chance to work in a school with a large forest, a farm, and a tropical bio cube ecosystem. If you hold a PGCE or equivalent and have proven experience teaching Geography at GCSE and A Level, this role is a fantastic opportunity to leave your mark.

Company Overview

GEMS Metropole School Al Waha is located in the heart of Dubai. A sustainable and inclusive community has been built here. Outstanding facilities include a large forest with over 170 trees, a farm with animals and crops, and a bio cube tropical eco system home to a resident poisonous dart frog. Unique BTEC offerings include an electronic automotive engineering workshop. Excellent performing arts and state of the art sporting facilities are also available. Core values of curiosity, confidence, creativity, respect, and kindness form the foundation of the 21st century curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

The following tasks will be performed by the Geography Teacher

• Plan and deliver engaging GCSE and A Level Geography lessons that meet curriculum standards

• Assess student progress regularly using formative and summative assessment methods

• Provide constructive feedback to help students develop analytical and spatial thinking skills

• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, colleagues, and parents through excellent interpersonal skills

• Embody and role model the school’s core values of curiosity, confidence, creativity, respect, and kindness

• Contribute actively to the extra curricular programme and community based events

• Use the school’s unique outdoor facilities including the forest and farm to enhance geographical learning

• Follow all safeguarding and behaviour management policies consistently

Qualifications

A BEd or bachelor’s degree is required. A PGCE or PGDE must also be held. Proven qualified experience teaching GCSE and A Level Geography is essential. A proven track record of providing outstanding learning and teaching is expected. Excellent interpersonal skills must be demonstrated. A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching is required. A UK enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre requisite for all appointments. A clean criminal background check covering the previous ten years of employment history will be required.

Benefits and Perks

An excellent remuneration package is offered for this position. A competitive tax free salary 6000 to 7000 AED is provided. Individual fully furnished accommodation is arranged by the school. Free schooling for dependents is included. Private medical insurance and annual airfares to your country of residence are provided. End of service gratuity is paid according to UAE labor law. Free access to the GEMS Rewards loyalty app is given, offering thousands of discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets across the UAE.

How to Apply

To apply for this Geography Teacher position at GEMS Metropole School Al Waha, please submit your updated CV and a cover letter through the GEMS careers portal. Your cover letter should explain your experience teaching Geography at GCSE and A Level, and your interest in using unique outdoor learning environments. Copies of your teaching qualifications and DBS or police check must also be included. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview immediately. This role is for an immediate start, so qualified teachers are encouraged to apply without delay. If you are ready to nurture future leaders in a school with a forest, a farm, and a tropical ecosystem, your application is encouraged. Join a world class school where your geography lessons help students understand and care for the planet while you grow your career on a global scale in Dubai.