English Teacher - August 2026
About This Role
In light of the ongoing success of GEMS Wesgreen International School in Sharjah, we are excited to announce an opening for an English Teacher, commencing in August 2026.
This presents an excellent opportunity for Early Career Teachers (ECT) to gain invaluable international experience, or for seasoned educators seeking to advance their careers with a globally recognized organization in a prestigious International School setting.
We are accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO), having received Outstanding ratings across all standards. This accreditation enables us to offer the NQT, QTS, and iPGCE programs to our educators through the TES Institute.
At GEMS, teaching transcends being just a job; it is a career path. Our educators benefit from complimentary access to leading Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programs and have the chance to enhance their careers on an international level. Graduate teachers will gain from our BSO accreditation and will be enrolled in our NQT program, while more experienced educators will find unique career advancement opportunities. GEMS teachers are at the forefront of growth and development, with many of our leadership roles filled by individuals from within the GEMS network.
Ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications:
• A BEd or Bachelor's degree in English, accompanied by a PGCE / PGDE or equivalent.
• The ability to demonstrate exemplary teaching practices.
• A creative and enthusiastic mindset, both within the classroom and beyond.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues, students, and parents.
• A proven history of delivering outstanding learning and teaching experiences.
• A desire to work in a world-class institution with genuine opportunities for career enhancement.
• A willingness to actively contribute to our school community and culture through participation in extracurricular activities and community events.
Each position comes with an attractive benefits package, which includes:
A four-day work week, a competitive tax-free salary, fully furnished individual accommodation, complimentary schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfare to your home country, and end of Service Gratuity.
Additionally, GEMS teachers enjoy complimentary access to our loyalty app, GEMS Rewards, which offers substantial savings on everyday expenses in the UAE. This app provides thousands of discounts and 2-for-1 offers on a wide range of services, including flights, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets, allowing your salary to stretch further while saving during your overseas experience.
GEMS Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or an equivalent police check is mandatory for all appointments.