Junior High School Science Specialist

Exciting Opportunity: Junior High School Science Teacher – October 2025 Start
Rushmore American School – Sharjah, UAE

Are you ready to shape the future of education in the UAE? Rushmore American School is seeking a dynamic and passionate Junior High School Science Teacher to join our founding faculty team from October 2025.

As a newly established American curriculum school in the heart of Sharjah, Rushmore is built on the principles of inquiry, innovation, and real-world learning. We are looking for a science educator who can ignite curiosity in students across Grades 6–8, bringing subjects like biology, chemistry, and physics to life through hands-on experiments and engaging classroom discussions.

What You'll Bring:

  • A recognized teaching qualification with experience in middle school science
  • Strong knowledge of the American curriculum (experience with NGSS is a plus)
  • Enthusiasm for building a science program that fosters exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking
  • A collaborative mindset and flexibility to thrive in a startup school environment

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
  • The opportunity to shape curriculum, culture, and community from day one
  • A vibrant, diverse, and supportive team that values innovation and inclusion
  • Join us in creating a school where science inspires wonder, and every lesson becomes a discovery.

Subject & grade level

  • Subjects: Science, Science - Biology, Science - Chemistry
  • Grade levels: Gr. 4, Gr. 5, Gr. 6, Gr. 7, Gr. 8

Requirements

  • Minimum Education: Bachelor
  • Teaching Experience: 1+ years
  • Licenses & Certifications: Teaching Credential/License
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