Secondary Alternative Pathways Teacher

GEMS World Academy‑Dubai (GWA) is a private, co‑educational IB World School. We are recruiting a Secondary Alternative Pathways Teacher to join our Inclusion department from August 2026.

Our Inclusion department has transformed student outcomes and is highly regarded for the care and personal support offered to students.

• Liaise with the Head of Inclusion on Alternative Pathway curriculum development and timetabling.
• Collaborate with the Head of Inclusion on any future developments for the Alternative Pathway at the school.
• Liaise with specialist subject teachers on modification of the curriculum for mainstream lessons.
• Update and oversee the IASEND assessment tracker for Alternative Pathway.
• Liaise with the Head of Inclusion and specialist subject teachers on Alternative Pathway reporting systems.
• Collaborate with Learning Support Assistants and Learning Support case managers on the design and management of ASDAN and Alternative Pathway resources.
• Internally moderate ASDAN student files for certification.
• Lead professional development training sessions on ASDAN for 1:1 Learning Support Assistants.
• Lead on the delivery of ASDAN tasks and assignments.
• Coordinate and work closely with the Dubai ASDAN coordinator and the International Development coordinator to ensure effective integration, review and moderation of ASDAN.
• Keep up to date with national and international developments in the ASDAN curriculum.

• A Bachelor of Education degree or an initial degree plus a relevant teaching qualification such as a PGCE, PGDE or equivalent specialism in Special Educational Needs, Inclusion or a relevant field.
• A minimum of 3 years of varied and demonstrable experience working with SEN students or within Inclusion in a similar role.
• Full‑time professionally certified Alternative Pathways teacher.
• Teaching and/or administration experience (minimum 5 years preferred).
• Strong public relations and positive, collaborative demeanour, with a robust work ethic.
• Advanced qualifications preferred but not essential.
• A strong desire to continually improve practice and deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences.
• Availability to start in August 2026.

An excellent remuneration package is available, including a competitive tax‑free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession and other benefits in line with UAE Labour Law.

• A highly collaborative working environment and excellent support system.
• An extensive programme of continuing professional development.
• Training with the International Baccalaureate Organisation for teachers delivering the IB.
• The chance to shape the future of the department in collaboration with the leadership team and external education professionals.
• The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, with access to a structured performance management system and opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of our sports facilities, termly fitness and wellbeing sessions, and staff social events.

• GEMS Rewards offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym memberships, cinema tickets and many other offers.