Upper Primary Teacher

Job Title

Upper Primary Teacher

Location
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Salary Range and Package Details

• AED 10,000 to 16,500 per month, tax-free, depending on experience and qualifications
• Housing allowance
• Return flights
• Medical insurance
• Tuition fee support for dependants

Start Date

August 2027

About the School
The school is an international school offering an Australian education based on the Victorian Curriculum. This well-regarded framework sets out clear learning progressions across the primary and secondary years, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy alongside subjects such as the humanities, science, the arts, health and physical education, and languages.
Students follow a broad and balanced programme that supports academic achievement as well as personal and social development. Learning is designed to build critical and creative thinking, ethical understanding, intercultural understanding and the ability to work well with others.
The school is an inclusive, multicultural community in the UAE, welcoming students and families from many backgrounds. For teachers, it offers the chance to work with a structured Australian curriculum, develop their international experience, and live in a scenic coastal part of the UAE.

Discover Sharjah
Sharjah is one of the seven emirates of the UAE and is known as its cultural capital. It was named UNESCO World Book Capital in 2019 and is home to many museums, galleries, heritage sites, art events and the annual Sharjah International Book Fair. The east coast of Sharjah offers a different setting from the main city, with the sea on one side and mountains on the other.

• Coastline and beaches:
  The east coast sits on the Gulf of Oman, with beaches, clear water and a relaxed pace of life.
• Mountains and outdoor activities:
  The Hajar Mountains stand close to the coast, with hiking, wadis and scenic drives for weekend outings.
• Culture and heritage:
  Sharjah is known for its commitment to culture, arts and education, with a year-round programme of exhibitions, festivals and community events.
• Leisure and dining:
  Waterfront promenades, parks, cafés and restaurants offer plenty of places to relax and meet friends.
• Easy access to the wider UAE:
  Sharjah city, Dubai, Fujairah and the other emirates are within reach for weekend breaks, and the UAE’s international airports make travel home straightforward.
• Safe, family-friendly lifestyle:
  The UAE offers a high standard of living, a strong sense of safety and tax-free income.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant subject discipline
• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, Higher Diploma in Education, or equivalent)
• A minimum of two years’ teaching experience
• Experience teaching the Australian or Victorian Curriculum is advantageous

Essential Skills

• Strong classroom practice, with the ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-differentiated lessons for upper primary students
• Excellent literacy and numeracy teaching skills
• Effective assessment, feedback and data-informed teaching
• A positive, student-centred approach that builds confidence and a love of learning
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build good relationships with students, colleagues and parents
• Adaptability and a collaborative approach, with enthusiasm for contributing to the wider life of an international school
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and child protection

chk Education utilises safer recruitment procedures to ensure compliance with child protection requirements in all employment processes. The policies for safer recruitment are aligned with best practice and the International Taskforce for Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject, but not limited to, various background and security checks, including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.