United Arab Emirates Job Openings

GEMS World Academy, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates

Dance Teacher - February 2025 Start

FULL TIME

October 21, 2024

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

February 2025

Apply by:

28 February 2025

Job overview

THE ACADEMY
GEMS World Academy-Dubai (GWA) is a private, co-educational IB World School for Pre K to Grade 12 students. Established in 2008 as a member of GEMS Education, the Academy is authorised to deliver the PYP, MYP, DP and CP programmes, and is also accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We serve a multi-ethnic community in the heart of Dubai, with a student body drawn from over 100 countries. Non-selective, our ethos is grounded in the IB Learner Profile; we encourage intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and foster a real sense of communal endeavour. The Academy has gained national and international recognition for its work to improve outcomes for students, as well as its aspirational and inclusive vision. As a member of the GWA community you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the Academy whilst working alongside an exceptionally talented group of teachers and leaders.
GEMS World Academy-Dubai develops inquiring, reflective and caring learners who, through the rigour of the IB programmes, have the knowledge, skills and character to take action and create a better, more peaceful world. Supported by highly qualified staff in world-class facilities, our diverse international community is encouraged to develop intercultural understanding and respect. Our aim is to be a leading world-class IB school that maximises every student’s learning and character to enable them to choose their own successful path, and positively contribute to the local and global society.
THE ROLE
The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in effective teaching and helping students succeed. While experience in teaching the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes is preferred, outstanding teachers from any curriculum background are encouraged to apply. Alignment with the IB philosophy and commitment to the Learner Profile values are crucial. A genuine passion for working in a non-selective and culturally diverse community is also a key requirement. Additionally, the candidate should possess:

A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B. Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent specialism in Dance
A minimum of 3 years experience teaching Upper High School / Secondary School, ideally within an IB curriculum school, however this is not mandatory
Availability from February 2025
The experience, personality and educational philosophy to continue to drive the education agenda at this flagship GEMS World school catering for students from over 100 countries
The desire to provide outstanding teaching and learning
Aspiration to work in a world class school with significant opportunities for career development and advancement

YOUR PACKAGE AND BENEFITS
Our Expressive Arts department has transformed student outcomes and succeeded in inspiring a love of learning at GEMS World Academy. This has been achieved through the dedication of staff, their exceptional subject knowledge, and the department’s forward-thinking approach to data and the curriculum. The Expressive Arts department is highly regarded among our student body for the care and personal support offered to students. We are now looking for an innovative teacher to join this successful team.
An excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates including; a competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical insurance and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law. In addition to these, we offer:

The opportunity to shape the future of a highly significant IB programme.
The opportunity to work as part of a highly collaborative team with an excellent support system
An excellent programme of continuing professional development
Training with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO)
The chance to shape the future of the subject in collaboration with the leadership team, external education professionals, and exam boards
The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, through a well-structured performance management,
Opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility over time
A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of our sports facilities and staff social events
GEMS Rewards which offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym membership, cinema tickets and many other offers

About GEMS World Academy, Dubai

GEMS World Academy, Dubai

PO Box 126260, Al Barsha South

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

+971 373 6373

GEMS World Academy-Dubai (GWA) is a private, co-educational IB World School for Pre K to Grade 12 students. Established in 2008 as a member of GEMS Education, the Academy is authorised to deliver the PYP, MYP, DP and CP programmes, and is also accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We serve a multi-ethnic community in the heart of Dubai. Our ethos is grounded in the IB Learner Profile; we encourage intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and foster a real sense of communal endeavour. The Academy has gained national and international recognition for its work to improve outcomes for students, as well as its aspirational and inclusive vision. As a member of the GWA community you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the Academy whilst working alongside an exceptionally talented group of teachers and leaders.
Values and vision
The academy’s mission is to offer a world-class education by maximising its students’ learning and enabling them to move on to make a positive contribution to the local and global society. It aspires to develop inquiring, reflective and caring learners with an intercultural understanding and respect which will help them contribute to the creation of a better world.
The GEMS education core values lie at the heart of the academy’s holistic approach to education and set the standard that it expects from all employees, teachers, parents and students. These values are: growing by learning; pursuing excellence; leading through innovation and global citizenship.

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