Upper Elementary Teacher (G3-G5)

Upper Elementary Teachers (G3-G5) - August 2025

Job Description

GEMS American Academy in Qatar is currently looking for hard-working and talented individuals to join our Elementary/Lower School team. We are looking for Upper Elementary Teachers (G3-G5) to join from August 2025.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Deliver the required curriculum; demonstrating accurate and up-to-date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilize appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.
• Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request. Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans, etc.
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching strategies that meet student needs and abilities, e.g., late-entering students, ESL, low academic ability, gifted and talented, etc.
• Set and mark work. Assess, record, and report on the academic development, progress, and attainment of students and use assessment to ensure the curriculum meets the individual student's needs.
• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of students and provide guidance to students on educational matters.
• Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (e.g., Ministry of Education officials).
• Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study, and pastoral arrangements.
• Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co-curricular and extra-curricular programs in the school. Promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials, and experiences.
• Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behavior. Plan and implement strategies to encourage self-discipline and manage disruptive behavior.
• Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
• Assist in the planning and organizing of school events and functions (e.g., inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days, etc.).
• Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students' progress while respecting the confidentiality of student-related information.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted reporting line managers/supervisors.

Skills

Successful candidates will need to:

• Embody and role model our core values of respect, innovation, leadership, purpose, and tenacity.
• Hold a B.Ed or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent L5 teaching qualification.
• Knowledge of the use of ICT in schools to aid teaching and learning.
• Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in the relevant area.
• Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life.
• Have at least 2 years of teaching experience in the relevant subject area/age group.

Please note:

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to the country of residence, and end of service gratuity.

GEMS Teachers also have free access to our loyalty app 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.