Psychology Teacher - Aug 2026

GEMS International School, Dubai Hills (GIS)

Psychology Teachers,

August 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning.
• Create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment that nurtures individual strengths and learning styles.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including EAL, gifted, and students requiring additional support.
• Integrate technology and innovative approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Assess, record, and communicate student progress effectively, using data to inform teaching and personalised support.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and refine IB-aligned curriculum plans, resources, and assessments.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through co-curricular activities, events, and community initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with parents and the wider school community to support student growth and wellbeing.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and reflection to continuously enhance teaching practice.
• Uphold the GEMS values and the IB Learner Profile in all aspects of school life.

Skills

• The ideal candidate will have:
• A certified professional teaching qualification at degree level, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent in Psychology specialism.
• A minimum of 3 years of solid and demonstrable experience teaching Secondary Psychology, ideally within an IB Curriculum School (preferred but not essential).
• Experience teaching MYP & DP is preferred but not essential.
• A passion for inspiring young learners through innovative and inquiry based teaching.
• The vision, energy, commitment, and educational philosophy to contribute to the continued success of a leading flagship GEMS school with an international student body.
• A desire to grow professionally and work within a collaborative, forward-thinking community.
• What we offer:
• All positions attract an excellent remuneration package, including competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for 1 child, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence and end of Service Gratuity.
• GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app GEMS rewards www.gemsrewards.com which provides significant savings on day-to-day life in the UAE.
• We offer thousands of discounts and 2 for 1 offers on everything from flights, hotels, restaurants and retail outlets, making your salary go further and enhancing the opportunity to save whilst working overseas.
• Next steps:
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to interview.
• Interviews will take place, both in person and online, for roles commencing August 2026.
• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• *Join us in shaping the future of education at GEMS International School.
• Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our students and empower them to become world-class and world-ready individuals.*
• GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff.
• A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.