GEMS
Business Studies / Economics Teacher
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job overview
Date posted
18/06/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
2 - 5 yrs
Seniority
Experienced
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
02/08/2025
Job description
GEMS Founders School – Al Mizhar, part of the globally recognized GEMS Education network, is seeking a dynamic and passionate Business Studies / Economics Teacher to join their high-performing team in August 2025. The ideal candidate will be committed to academic excellence and fostering an inclusive, stimulating classroom environment that empowers students to achieve their potential. This position provides a unique opportunity to teach in a world-class international school located in Dubai, benefit from extensive professional development, and contribute to a growing institution known for its holistic approach to education.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and effective lessons in Business Studies and Economics, aligned with the British National Curriculum (GCSE/IGCSE standards)
- Design lesson plans, assessments, and enrichment activities that cater to a diverse student population
- Utilize modern technology and digital platforms to enhance instruction and student collaboration
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing regular feedback to students and parents
- Promote critical thinking, real-world application, and inquiry-based learning
- Support the implementation of school initiatives, policies, and strategic goals
- Engage in continuous professional development, mentoring, and training sessions
- Actively participate in the school’s extracurricular and co-curricular activities (e.g. business clubs, entrepreneurship events)
- Collaborate with faculty members on interdisciplinary projects and school-wide events
- Uphold high standards of teaching ethics, professionalism, and safeguarding practices
Experience & skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or a related subject
- PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent recognized teaching qualification
- Minimum 2 years of classroom experience teaching Business Studies / Economics to secondary students
- Familiarity with British Curriculum and assessment methods (GCSE, IGCSE, BTEC preferred)
- Excellent classroom management and behavior management skills
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction for mixed-ability classes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with students, colleagues, and parents
- Proficiency with educational technologies and virtual teaching tools
- Commitment to school values: Growth, Flourish, Mindfulness
- Willingness to contribute to school life beyond the classroom including clubs, events, and community engagement
- Enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance required prior to employment