English Teacher - Secondary (IGCSE, AS Level)

About the role

GEMS Education is looking for an English teacher for secondary students covering IGCSE and AS Level. The teacher delivers English Language and Literature lessons aligned with the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum, promotes academic excellence, student engagement and wellbeing, and inspires students to reach their full potential through innovative teaching, effective assessment and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English Language and Literature lessons aligned with the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum.
• Take part in departmental planning, curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, parent meetings and school events.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and external agencies where appropriate.
• Maintain professional standards in line with GEMS Education policies and UAE regulatory requirements.
• Meet KPIs on student progress and attainment in IGCSE English, quality of teaching observations, assessment accuracy, student engagement and behaviour, contribution to school initiatives and compliance with safeguarding.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education (MOFA attested and with equivalency).
• Major in English.
• Certified teaching qualification (TLS) or Diploma in Teaching.
• IELTS certificate or English-medium instruction letter from university.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience.
• Proven track record of outstanding teaching and learning.

Required skills

• Excellent IT skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to work with students and parents.
• Knowledge of GEMS Safeguarding.