French Teacher

Secondary French Teacher

• Location:
  
  Abu Dhabi, UAE
• School Type:
  British Curriculum International School
• Start Date:
  
  August/September 2026
• Contract Type:
  Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a passionate, dynamic, and dedicated Secondary French Teacher to join our Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) department. You will deliver high-quality British curriculum French lessons across Key Stage 3, GCSE/IGCSE, and potentially A-Level (Key Stage
5). We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are eager to inspire a love for language and culture in a vibrant Middle Eastern setting.

• Deliver High-Quality Instruction:
  Plan and execute engaging, communicative French lessons aligned with the British National Curriculum.
• Promote Language Acquisition:
  Utilize modern language teaching methodologies to develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
• Adapt to Cultural Context:
  Tailor teaching methods to inspire students across co-educational junior classes and gender-segregated senior classes.
• Assess and Monitor:
  Set regular formative assessments, track student progress, and provide constructive feedback against UK/GCSE standards.
• Exam Preparation:
  Prepare senior students thoroughly for external GCSE, IGCSE, and A-Level examinations (e.g., Pearson Edexcel, AQA, or Cambridge).
• Extracurricular Engagement:
  Contribute to the wider school life by organizing French cultural events, language clubs, or international celebrations.

To meet strict UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) visa and teacher licensing guidelines, you must possess one of the following qualification pathways:

• Pathway 1:
  An internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree in Education specializing in French / French Language Teaching
  , plus QTS (or equivalent).
• Pathway 2:
  An internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree in French Language / French Literature / Linguistics
  , plus a PGCE/PGDE in Secondary MFL/French, plus QTS (or equivalent).

Additional Criteria:

• Language Proficiency:
  Native or near-native fluency in French, with excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Experience Level: Open to both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
• Curriculum Knowledge:
  Deep familiarity with UK exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, or Cambridge CIE) for GCSE/IGCSE.
• Cultural Awareness:
  High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity suitable for a diverse international school environment.

• Competitive, tax-free salary (commensurate with experience)
• Fully furnished, shared accommodation
• Comprehensive medical insurance and annual return flights to home country
• Full support for UK ECT induction year components (if applicable)
• Continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities