High School IB & NGSS Biology Teacher (Start Jan 2027)

About the role

Dubai American Academy, GEMS Education’s flagship American curriculum school, is seeking an enthusiastic High School Biology teacher to join its team from January 2027. The role focuses on delivering the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) biology curriculum to senior students.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging IB & NGSS biology lessons for high‑school classes.
• Design inquiry‑based activities and practical experiments that develop scientific thinking.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a supportive learning environment.
• Participate in parent‑teacher conferences and communicate student progress.
• Contribute to extracurricular and enrichment programmes.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent degree with a teaching qualification (PGCE, State License, etc.) specialised in biology.
• Proven experience teaching IB and/or NGSS biology at high‑school level, preferably in an American or IB school.
• Strong knowledge of inquiry‑based learning and practical science instruction.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Required skills

• IB Biology curriculum expertise.
• NGSS biology standards knowledge.

What we offer

• Professional development and clear career progression within GEMS Education.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities in a vibrant international community.
• Recognition as an Outstanding KHDA‑rated school.