High School IB & NGSS Biology Teacher

About the role

Dubai American Academy (DAA), GEMS Education's flagship American curriculum school, is looking for a High School IB & NGSS Biology Teacher to start in January 2027. The school offers education from PreK to Grade 12 alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and is rated Outstanding by KHDA for 13 consecutive years.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive IB & NGSS Biology lessons to high school students, following the school's curriculum and educational standards.
• Develop and implement creative teaching strategies that inspire a love of biology and foster critical thinking.
• Collaborate with colleagues to build a positive, supportive learning environment and ensure continuity of curriculum content.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students and foster an inclusive classroom culture.
• Take part in parent-teacher conferences and keep parents informed about student progress.
• Contribute to school life through enrichment opportunities and professional learning.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Education degree, or an initial degree together with a relevant teaching qualification such as a PGCE, state license or equivalent, specialising in Biology.
• Proven experience teaching IB & NGSS Biology at high school level, ideally in an American or IB curriculum school.
• Strong knowledge of inquiry-based learning and practical science instruction.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with strong relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to continuous improvement of teaching practice.

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free salary.
• Individual furnished accommodation and annual return flights.
• Private medical insurance and tuition fee benefit for up to one child.
• Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance.
• End of service gratuity and access to the GEMS Rewards programme.

Interviews are held on a rolling basis, face-to-face or virtually, and early applications are encouraged.