Abu Dhabi & Dubai Private Schools

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A private international school group offering teaching positions for experienced, certified teachers at well resourced private schools throughout Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This elite education organization and its Dubai and Abu Dhabi campuses offer rewarding teaching jobs in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for certified and experienced teachers. Teachers are offered a competitive salary and […]

Types of Teaching Jobs at Colleges in the UAE

Interested in teaching in Abu Dhabi? Teach Away offers a variety of college teaching jobs in the UAE. Teaching jobs at the college level are available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Fujairaj, Sharjah, Ras al-Kaimah, and Umm al-Quwain. Colleges in the UAE strive to provide a stimulating, productive, and practical learning environment. Post-secondary education in […]

Living and Working in Abu Dhabi

Each year, thousands of teachers travel to Abu Dhabi to work in the Abu Dhabi public school system, take part in an exciting educational reform program, and experience life in the Middle East. Banking in Abu Dhabi When and how will I get paid? Teachers working in Abu Dhabi public schools are paid by direct […]

Abu Dhabi FAQs: Most asked questions about living and working in Abu Dhabi

Read below to find answers to our most frequently asked questions about living and working in Abu Dhabi. Education system in Abu Dhabi FAQs Culture in Abu Dhabi schools FAQs School calendar in Abu Dhabi FAQs Salary and benefits in Abu Dhabi FAQs Apply to teach in Abu Dhabi Register for a teacher account to […]

What Types of Teaching Positions in Abu Dhabi Can I Apply To?

Abu Dhabi offers a wide range of teaching opportunities to suit educators with diverse backgrounds and interests. Whether you’re an experienced classroom teacher, a specialist in subjects like mathematics or science, an English language instructor, or even an early childhood educator, Abu Dhabi has positions that cater to various teaching preferences and qualifications. From K-12 […]

English is Not My First Language. Can I Still Teach ESL?

You might think that English teachers are required to have spoken English for their entire lives.  But that’s clearly not the case for other subjects! You wouldn’t expect your math teacher to understand calculus at age three. And it’s not true for teaching English, either. Secondary English speakers can be great English teachers too, even […]

How to choose a TEFL course [Infographic]

Deciding what TEFL course to choose can be a challenge.  Which TEFL should I take? Is 120 hours of TEFL enough? Is a TEFL certificate worth it? There are pages of questions about which TEFL course is the best that get searched online. And there are just as many courses to choose from – both […]

Abu Dhabi Teaching Salary and Benefits

When considering a teaching job in Abu Dhabi, it’s essential to understand the attractive salary and benefits packages available to educators. Teachers in Abu Dhabi can expect competitive salaries that often include housing allowances, healthcare coverage, and annual airfare home. Additionally, many schools offer end-of-contract bonuses and professional development opportunities, making Abu Dhabi an appealing […]

Teaching Locations in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Through Teach Away, licensed teachers are eligible to teach in public schools throughout the emirate of Abu Dhabi. As the Emirate of Abu Dhabi covers 80% of the United Arab Emirates’ land mass, teachers can be placed in a variety of locations. Teachers will work in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, or municipalities of Al […]

How do working holiday visas work?

Many countries are reopening their borders, allowing ESL teachers to travel abroad. So, you’ve come here because you’re ready to venture out into the world.  But, what do you need in order to teach abroad?  You may already be familiar with a few basic requirements for ESL jobs, such as completing the TEFL (Teaching English […]