Arabic A & B Secondary Teachers - August 2026

Dubai Heights Academy

Dubai Heights Academy offers a nurturing and friendly workplace environment. Situated in the Al Barsha South region of Dubai, this is an exciting opportunity to become part of our dedicated team.

Established in 2017, our school delivers an inclusive, vibrant, and exceptional educational experience to a diverse student body from FS1 through Year 12 (2025-2026), with plans to expand organically to Year 13.

Our modern campus features dedicated buildings for each educational phase, complemented by a 380-seat auditorium. We have three temperature-controlled swimming pools, fully equipped science and computer laboratories, specialized rooms for art, design technology, music, and drama, a library, two multipurpose sports halls, a full-sized football pitch, various outdoor play areas, and a spacious canteen. Spanning 292,000 sqft, our expansive campus includes three buildings designated for each phase, and we are excited to announce the recent opening of our new secondary building in August 2025, representing our most ambitious project to date.

At Dubai Heights Academy, we offer a curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students, based on the National Curriculum for England, while also aligning with local requirements. Our curriculum is further enhanced with Arabic language instruction, Islamic Studies, Moral Education, and Social Studies. Additionally, we have partnered with MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) to create and implement a custom AI (artificial intelligence) project-based program for secondary students, along with an early language initiative utilizing social robots for primary education, enriching our comprehensive curriculum.

Guided by our school ethos "Every Child, Every Mind and Everybody matters," we believe that every student deserves a top-tier education, irrespective of their background or abilities.

Job Overview

Dubai Heights Academy is on the lookout for enthusiastic and skilled Arabic A & B Secondary Teachers who possess strong subject expertise and can aid in enhancing student progress and achievement.

We expect our candidates to be well-qualified, self-driven, adaptable, innovative, and eager to be part of a team dedicated to academic excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed.) or an equivalent degree with a PGCE/PGDE, demonstrating exceptional subject knowledge

• A minimum of 3 years of experience with the National Curriculum of MOE

• Preference will be given to an Arabic A specialist capable of also teaching Arabic B

In return, we offer you:

• A positive and innovative learning environment, supported by students, staff, parents, and governors

• A collaborative and supportive culture among staff that fosters teamwork and unity

• A Senior Leadership team dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes and environment for both staff and students

Our Compensation and Benefits package includes (where applicable):

• Competitive tax-free salary

• Accommodation allowance

• Annual flight allowance

• Medical Insurance coverage

• Discounted tuition fees for up to two children

• End of service gratuity in accordance with UAE Labour Law

Interviews will be conducted at Dubai Heights Academy or virtually if in-person interviews are not feasible. The application closing date is as stated; however, interviews may commence prior to this deadline, so early applications are encouraged.

While we appreciate all applications, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Successful candidates will begin their roles in August 2026 and will need to engage in a brief induction program.

Safeguarding Statement:

Dubai Heights Academy is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees to share this commitment. All new hires will undergo enhanced pre-employment screening, which includes identity verification, criminal background checks from their home country or country of residence, qualification verification (attestation), and employment checks that will explore any employment gaps along with at least two satisfactory professional references that will be verified. Candidates may also need to provide additional relevant personal documents, such as their degree, marriage certificate, etc. A complete checklist will be supplied to successful candidates.