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IB Core (TOK) Teacher - Aug 2025

GEMS Dubai American Academy

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Start date: August 2025

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Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience
Major: Education
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License

Additional School Requirements:

The successful candidate will need:

A Bachelor of Education degree, or an initial degree plus a relevant teaching qualification such as a PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent.
Proven experience teaching IB Core - theory of knowledge at the high school level, preferably within an American/IB curriculum school.
Strong knowledge of inquiry-based learning and hands-on TOK education.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
A strong desire to continually improve their practice and deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences for their students.

Job Benefits:

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including a competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence, and end of Service Gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS Rewards which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE. We offer thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.

Job Description:

Position Overview:

We seek a dynamic and enthusiastic IB Core - Theory of Knowledge Teacher to join our dedicated team in August 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about IB Core education and is eager to contribute to the academic success of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging and interactive Inclusion lessons to high school students, following the school's curriculum and educational standards.
Develop and implement creative and effective teaching strategies to inspire a love for the theory of knowledge and foster critical thinking skills.
Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
Ensuring continuity in the delivery of curriculum content.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture that encourages curiosity and exploration.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and communicate openly with parents regarding student progress.

Please note:

As suitable candidates apply, interviews will be held face-to-face, where possible, or virtually on Zoom. We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date of this advertisement, therefore early applications are recommended.

Join us in shaping the future of education. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our students and help them become truly world-class and world-ready individuals.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

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About Dubai:

Drawing millions of visitors each year, Dubai allows teachers to experience a unique combination of traditional Middle Eastern ways of life and an upscale expatriate lifestyle. Dubai's many private schools provide opportunities for licensed teachers to teach in one of the most exciting and dynamic modern cities in the world.

Language: Arabic

Population: 2,106,177

Currency: UAE Dirham

Major Religion(s): Islam

Climate: Hot desert climate

Size: 4,114 km²

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