French Teacher (Gems Cambridge International School, Abu Dhabi) - Jan 2026 Start

GEMS Cambridge International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated French Teacher to join our dynamic teaching team. The ideal candidate will inspire a love for the French language and culture, delivering engaging and effective lessons across key stages (including GCSE and A Level). This role calls for a passionate educator who is committed to fostering linguistic confidence, cultural awareness, and academic excellence among students.

Overall Function and Purpose:

Teach and assess assigned students according to their educational needs and deliver the relevant curriculum, ensuring that each student achieves academic success. Contribute to the wider school community.

Main Responsibilities:

▪ Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
▪ Deliver the required curriculum; demonstrating accurate and up to date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
▪ Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students. Create and utilise appropriate materials and the classroom environment to cater for different learning styles.
▪ Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request. Establish and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources, assessment plans etc.
▪ Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
▪ Teach students assigned according to their individual needs using appropriate teaching
strategies that meet student needs and abilities eg late-entering students, ESL,
low academic ability, gifted and talented etc.
▪ Set and mark work. Assess, record and report on the academic
development, progress and attainment of students and use assessment to
ensure the curriculum meets the individual student’s needs.
▪ Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
▪ Promote the general progress and well-being of students and provide guidance to students on educational matters.
▪ Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate (eg Ministry of Education officials).
▪ Participate in appraisal and Performance Management procedures and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
▪ Work alongside colleagues on the preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study and pastoral arrangements.
▪ Participate in, and lead where appropriate, the co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes in the school. Promote good working relationships through active leadership and sharing of ideas, materials and experiences.
▪ Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behavior. Plan and implement strategies to encourage self-discipline and manage disruptive behavior.
▪ Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
▪ Assist in the planning and organising of school events and functions (eg inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays, prize days etc).
▪ Communicate and meet with parents regularly promoting the GEMS philosophy and core values; keep parents regularly informed of students’ progress while respecting the confidentiality of student-related information
▪ Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
▪ Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
▪ Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

Required Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Education/teaching degree OR Bachelor’s degree and teaching qualification/license in the subject.
• Knowledge of the use of ICT in schools to aid teaching and learning.
• Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in relevant area. 
• Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life.
• Two years' teaching experience in relevant subject area / age group.

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.