MFL German Teacher- August 2026
About This Role
At GEMS Wellington International School, we aspire to cultivate students who exemplify social responsibility, enriched by a collaborative, innovative, and genuine learning experience. We are in search of outstanding Modern Foreign Languages Teachers who are dedicated to our principles of integrity, empathy, and resilience, to join our esteemed team starting August 2026.
As a fully inclusive and high-achieving institution with a long-standing tradition of excellence, our success is reflected through rigorous inspection and accreditation standards. Noteworthy recognitions include: Being rated ‘Outstanding’ for 14 consecutive years by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), Receiving an ‘Outstanding’ rating from British Schools Overseas, Achieving the prestigious COBIS Patrons accreditation, holding beacon status for Leadership, and being acknowledged as a High Performance Learning (HPL) ‘World Class School.’
Our tailored professional development program ensures that our teachers remain at the forefront of global best practices and educational research. Educators have the opportunity to collaborate with various stakeholders and partners, including the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT) and the Best Practice Network (BPN). This bespoke professional development reflects our commitment not only to uphold high educational standards but also to ensure our teachers are at the leading edge of educational best practices and research.
In the fast-evolving educational landscape, we empower our educators to thrive. Collaborations with renowned organizations such as the Schools Students and Teachers Network (SSAT), High Performance Learning (HPL), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and our Inquiry Driven Innovation partnership with Harvard Project Zero equip each teacher with world-class knowledge and pedagogical approaches. With many of our leaders advancing from within the GEMS network, GEMS teachers uniquely position themselves to further their careers as we expand throughout the UAE and beyond.
Skills
Successful candidates will need to:
- Embody and exemplify our core values of integrity, empathy, and fortitude in all aspects of their work.
- Hold a BEd or Bachelor's degree with PGCE/PGDE or an equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrate proven experience in teaching Secondary A Level German.
- Exhibit a willingness to collaborate and share exemplary practices.
- Maintain a growth mindset that is reflective and solution-oriented.
- Approach teaching with creativity and enthusiasm.
- Possess exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively engage with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Have a demonstrated history of delivering outstanding learning and teaching experiences.
- Aspire to work in a world-class institution with genuine opportunities for career advancement.
- Be eager to contribute positively to our school community and culture through active participation in our extra-curricular programs and community events.
All positions come with an attractive compensation package, including: a competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfare to your home country, and end-of-service gratuity. GEMS Teachers also enjoy complimentary access to our loyalty app GEMS Rewards, which offers substantial savings on everyday life in the UAE. The app provides thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 offers on various services, from flights and hotels to restaurants and retail outlets, enhancing your salary and the opportunity to save while working abroad.
GEMS Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is required for all appointments.
Apply via the WhatSchool platform.