Whole School Drama Teacher
Yas SchoolTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed14 January 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
Yas School is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated Whole School Drama Teacher to join our team starting in August 2026 for the academic year 2026-2027, or potentially earlier.
This role offers a unique chance to become part of a premier government institution in Abu Dhabi, dedicated to merging Emirati cultural values with contemporary global standards, thereby providing an outstanding educational journey for our students. We are in search of a candidate who is not only enthusiastic about upholding our school’s principles but also appreciates and respects the rich culture and heritage of the UAE. At Yas School, we implement the Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum, with a particular emphasis on inclusive education, enrichment, and preparing learners for the future. Established in 2015, we are the largest single-campus K-12 government school, catering to over 1750 boys and girls within our expansive grounds.
We are looking for an experienced educator, preferably with a background in UK or US curricula, and ideally familiar with the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum.
In your role at Yas School, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons that promote students’ academic achievements, personal development, and overall wellbeing. You will be instrumental in empowering students to realize their full potential, equipping them to succeed as global citizens while honoring and celebrating the UAE’s heritage and Emirati identity.
As a teacher, you will cultivate strong relationships and maintain open communication with parents, colleagues, and students to uphold high academic and behavioral standards that align with the school’s values and policies. You will be dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment where every student is motivated to excel.
The ideal candidate will possess:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a Post Graduate Diploma in Education in the relevant subject area.
• A Master’s Degree in Education/Educational Leadership or a related field is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English, evidenced by a minimum IELTS score of 6 or an equivalent qualification.
• Bilingual abilities (English & Arabic) are highly desirable.
• A UAE Certified Teaching License or equivalent, or be in the process of obtaining one.
• A minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience.
Applications will be accepted until Sunday, 31st May 2026, but we will begin reviewing them as they arrive, and Yas School reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.
Note: Applicants are encouraged to review the attached job description.
Please remember to upload your updated CV along with a recent passport photograph when submitting your application.
For any inquiries regarding this position, feel free to contact us at careers@yas-school.ae.
Attached documents
• Job Description [Whole School Drama] Teacher
This role offers a unique chance to become part of a premier government institution in Abu Dhabi, dedicated to merging Emirati cultural values with contemporary global standards, thereby providing an outstanding educational journey for our students. We are in search of a candidate who is not only enthusiastic about upholding our school’s principles but also appreciates and respects the rich culture and heritage of the UAE. At Yas School, we implement the Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum, with a particular emphasis on inclusive education, enrichment, and preparing learners for the future. Established in 2015, we are the largest single-campus K-12 government school, catering to over 1750 boys and girls within our expansive grounds.
We are looking for an experienced educator, preferably with a background in UK or US curricula, and ideally familiar with the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum.
In your role at Yas School, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons that promote students’ academic achievements, personal development, and overall wellbeing. You will be instrumental in empowering students to realize their full potential, equipping them to succeed as global citizens while honoring and celebrating the UAE’s heritage and Emirati identity.
As a teacher, you will cultivate strong relationships and maintain open communication with parents, colleagues, and students to uphold high academic and behavioral standards that align with the school’s values and policies. You will be dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment where every student is motivated to excel.
The ideal candidate will possess:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a Post Graduate Diploma in Education in the relevant subject area.
• A Master’s Degree in Education/Educational Leadership or a related field is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English, evidenced by a minimum IELTS score of 6 or an equivalent qualification.
• Bilingual abilities (English & Arabic) are highly desirable.
• A UAE Certified Teaching License or equivalent, or be in the process of obtaining one.
• A minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience.
Applications will be accepted until Sunday, 31st May 2026, but we will begin reviewing them as they arrive, and Yas School reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.
Note: Applicants are encouraged to review the attached job description.
Please remember to upload your updated CV along with a recent passport photograph when submitting your application.
For any inquiries regarding this position, feel free to contact us at careers@yas-school.ae.
Attached documents
• Job Description [Whole School Drama] Teacher