Arabic Teacher - Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej - August 2026

About the school

Taaleem is one of the largest and most respected education providers in the United Arab Emirates. Established in 2004, Taaleem recruits international teachers to deliver international curricula in a creative, collaborative and engaging manner. Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej offers an American education guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values. The school’s mission is to be a beacon of academic excellence, fostering future-ready graduates driven by pride and tolerance. The Dubai Schools project aims to ensure that 100% of Emirati students are enrolled in ‘Good+’ rated schools.

The role

Taaleem is seeking qualified, enthusiastic and passionate Arabic Teachers to join Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej in August 2026. The teacher embodies the Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching and a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the teacher upholds the Dubai Schools values of Future Ready, Trust and Empathy, Collaboration and Inclusion, Cultural Preservation, and Academic Excellence. The role focuses on laying firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment, and a love of lifelong learning.

Key responsibilities

• Represent areas of knowledge, understanding and skills in all their richness to students.
• Inculcate by precept and example the highest regard for truth, justice, equality of opportunity, human rights, benevolence and compassion.
• Engage and motivate students to achieve beyond their expectations and previous limits.
• Use excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable them to enjoy learning.
• Make full use of educational technology and blended learning practices to enhance teaching and learning.
• Plan lessons that take full account of students’ individual learning needs, styles, preferences and capabilities.
• Encourage and enable all students to become effective, confident and independent lifelong learners.
• Maintain excellent professional relationships with colleagues and contribute to the continuing improvement of the school.
• Plan and deliver a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich the taught curriculum.
• Co-operate with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices and protect students from all forms of abuse.
• Communicate openly and professionally with parents about student attainment and progress.
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality and model good practice in academic honesty.
• Contribute actively to department discussions and plan after-school activities as required.
• Support the school’s partnership with the community, including attendance at occasional evening or weekend events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Arabic, Islamic Language or Literature.
• At least two years of teaching experience in an international school.
• Experience of teaching the US curriculum and working in Dubai is an advantage.
• Proven ability to use effective differentiation and assessment techniques.
• Outstanding standards of teaching and learning with a passionate, enthusiastic, creative and dynamic attitude.
• Successful applicants will be subject to background checks including high-quality references, proof of qualifications, identification and police checks.

Benefits & package

• Two-year renewable contracts.
• Competitive tax-free salary awarded on the basis of experience and qualifications, with structured progression on the Dubai Schools salary scale.
• Employment visa.
• Medical insurance for the employee.

How to apply

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