Job Description

At GEMS International School, Al Khail (GIS), we empower students to become confident, curious, and compassionate global citizens. As a fully authorised IB World School, we offer the complete IB continuum -- fostering a culture of innovation, academic excellence, and international-mindedness.
Our educators are part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Together, we inspire students to lead with purpose and make a positive impact on the world.
We at GEMS International School, Al Khail are now welcoming applications from experienced MYP Coordinators, with an opportunity available for August 2026.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and oversee the effective implementation of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) at GEMS International School, ensuring full alignment with IB philosophy, Programme Standards & Practices, and the school's strategic vision.
• Support and guide teachers in the planning and delivery of high-quality, inquiry-based, concept-driven learning, promoting consistency, rigour, and progression across all MYP subject groups.
• Ensure clear vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment within the MYP and across the wider IB continuum, supporting smooth transitions between PYP, MYP, and DP.
• Coordinate and quality-assure MYP assessment practices, including standardisation, moderation, and reporting, to ensure clarity, fairness, and consistency for students and families.
• Promote inclusive teaching and learning practices across the programme, supporting effective differentiation to meet the needs of a diverse international student body, including EAL, gifted learners, and students requiring additional support.
• Lead the use of assessment data and programme-level evidence to monitor student progress, inform interventions, and drive continuous improvement across the MYP.
• Oversee key MYP components, including Approaches to Learning (ATL), Service as Action, interdisciplinary learning, and the MYP Personal Project, ensuring strong implementation and compliance with IB requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Principal, senior leaders, Heads of Department, and pastoral teams to support whole-school priorities and ensure coherence across academic and pastoral provision.
• Plan and facilitate professional learning to build staff capacity and confidence in MYP teaching, learning, and assessment, supporting both experienced and new IB educators.
• Engage proactively with parents and the wider school community to communicate the MYP philosophy, curriculum structure, and assessment approach.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through academic enrichment initiatives, events, and co-curricular opportunities that enhance the MYP learner experience.
• Model and uphold GEMS values and the IB Learner Profile, fostering reflective practice, professional growth, and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills
The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised professional teaching qualification at degree level (e.g. B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent), with experience teaching at Secondary level.
• A minimum of 3-5 years' successful teaching experience, ideally within an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) environment, with evidence of strong student outcomes and effective classroom practice.
• Demonstrable experience in curriculum coordination, middle leadership, or programme-level responsibility, including supporting colleagues, contributing to curriculum planning, and driving consistency and improvement across a programme.
• A strong understanding of IB MYP philosophy, frameworks, and assessment practices, including unit planning, criteria-based assessment, and Approaches to Learning (ATL).
• Experience working within an IB continuum school is preferred, though strong candidates from other international or national curricula with relevant leadership experience will be considered.
• A passion for inquiry-based, concept-driven learning, with the ability to inspire and support teachers across multiple subject areas.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead collaboratively and build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and senior leaders.
• The vision, energy, and commitment to contribute to the continued success of GEMS International School, supporting high standards within a diverse international community.
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning, reflective practice, and contributing to a forward-thinking, collaborative school culture aligned with GEMS values and the IB Learner Profile.

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. Those successful at the initial stage will be invited to interview. Interviews will be held both in person and online, for opportunities beginning August 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process. Please note this is a closed event, and attendance is by invitation only.
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.

Skills Required