Secondary EAL / ELL Teacher – August 2026 start
About This Role
About us:
For over four decades, Fortes Education has established itself as a leading educational provider in the UAE, renowned for its prestigious international schools and nurseries that have experienced significant growth and success. Our institutions are committed to delivering innovative and character-driven education throughout the Middle East.
Our guiding philosophy is rooted in Positive Education (PosEd). This approach fosters active engagement in learning, while celebrating students' character strengths and accomplishments. We aim to inspire children to form meaningful relationships and uncover their life's purpose. Our mission is to cultivate joyful learners, creative thinkers, confident young adults, and lifelong learners. Students are encouraged to develop resilience, a growth mindset, and strong character attributes that empower them to succeed in a constantly changing world.
About Sunmarke School – Where Amazing Happens
Sunmarke School provides an ambitious, values-centered education that supports both the emotional and intellectual growth of students, enabling them to thrive and achieve their goals. Our array of signature programmes distinguishes Sunmarke as an exceptionally innovative institution, making a positive impact on young lives. This dedication to excellence was recognized when Sunmarke School was honored with the ‘Most Innovative School’ award at the international Which School Advisor event held in Dubai and London.
As an all-through school, Sunmarke offers a top-tier education through a wide range of pathways, including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE, ‘A’ Levels, BTEC, and the IB Diploma Programmes. Our students regularly receive ‘best in world’, ‘best in Middle East’, and ‘best in country’ awards from examination boards each year across various subjects. Recent outstanding IB results have positioned Sunmarke School among the top three schools in Dubai and 69th globally. Our unparalleled suite of Signature Programmes provides transformative learning experiences, such as Environmental and Sustainability Studies, where students participate in Forest School settings and utilize cutting-edge hydroponic technology to explore sustainable science; a world-class STEAM center and curriculum that equips students from Foundation Stage to Year 9 to tackle real-world challenges; immersive Augmented and Virtual Reality experiences, alongside innovative uses of Artificial Intelligence for both staff and students; exceptional performing arts opportunities with complete black box and auditorium facilities, as well as music and media suites; and a remarkable sports program led by professional coaches, culminating in Sunmarke being crowned overall champions at the BSME Games.
Sunmarke School has been rated ‘Very Good’ by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) since its third year and has consistently achieved an ‘Outstanding’ evaluation from British Schools Overseas (BSO).
We are thrilled to invite applications for a pivotal role in our all-through school as we aim to elevate beyond “outstanding.” Sunmarke School, Dubai, is one of our flagship institutions, located in a prime area of Jumeirah Village Triangle.
About you:
We are seeking an exceptional Secondary EAL / ELL Teacher to join our team beginning in August 2026.
We are looking for candidates who embody the following qualities:
- Skilled in implementing leading global educational practices
- Committed to inspiring each student and nurturing their belief in their potential for success
- Proficient in using technology and applications to enrich each student's learning experience
- Exemplary role models who align with our core values
- Passionate about creating enriching learning experiences for children both inside and outside the classroom
- Strong communicators who can instill a passion for learning in our students
- Eager to contribute meaningfully to our extra-curricular activities (ECA) programme and campus life
Apply via the WhatSchool platform.