SEN Inclusion Teacher

GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA) is GEMS Education's flagship American school. Offering both an enriched American Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma to students from around the world, DAA prepares its students for success in the world's most prestigious universities and colleges. DAA is the only American curriculum school in Dubai to receive the KHDA rating of Outstanding and has received this rating since 2011.

With over 20 years of history and academic excellence, DAA is one of the most sought-after American schools in Dubai. The school's outstanding heritage is coupled with its future design focus which embeds creative design, cutting-edge robotics and digital fluencies at its core. Through teaching, learning and innovation, students develop a mastery of multiple literacies and fluencies to support genuine world-class learning, personal growth and future readiness. DAA offers a diverse range of extra-curricular, athletic, and leadership opportunities to enrich the holistic development of each student. In addition, our original and growing WISE initiative pulls efforts of wellness, inclusion, safeguarding, and social-emotional health into a coordinated effort to support students for holistic well-being, supporting them in their growth and in their learning.

Our staff teaches and inspires excellence in academics and life-long learning skills by continually reviewing and building an enriched American curriculum, promoting student achievement, encouraging integrity and nurturing a desire to learn.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Inclusion Teacher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting an inclusive learning environment, supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to design and implement inclusive strategies that meet the diverse learning needs of students with SEN.
• Provide differentiated instruction and support to individuals or small groups of students, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Conduct assessments to identify students with SEN and develop individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with the SEN team and parents.
• Work closely with parents, teachers, and external specialists to create a collaborative support network for students with SEN.
• Implement evidence-based interventions and accommodations to address diverse learning needs.
• Stay updated on best practices, research, and advancements in the field of special education and inclusion.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture that celebrates diversity and promotes a sense of belonging for all students.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field.
• A certified professional teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, PGCE or equivalent specializing in EAL, ELL or similar.
• Proven experience working with students with a range of special educational needs.
• Strong knowledge of inclusive education practices and a commitment to promoting an inclusive learning environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, parents and colleagues

All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including: 

Competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling, 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.

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.