Psychology Teacher - Secondary Education

Psychology Teacher – Secondary Education in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is an opportunity for an experienced educator to deliver engaging Psychology lessons, support student progress, and contribute to outstanding teaching and learning with GEMS Education.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Job Type: Full-time.

Salary: 13,000–21,000 AED per month (estimated).

Role Context The Psychology

Teacher will join GEMS Founders School, Dubai, for the August 2026 academic year and support learners through high-quality teaching across relevant levels. The role focuses on developing analytical thinking, research awareness, ethical understanding, written evaluation, and curiosity about human behaviour.

Key Responsibilities - Plan and deliver engaging lessons that develop subject knowledge, critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation skills.

  • Teach key psychology concepts including human behaviour, cognition, development, social psychology, research methods, mental processes, and ethical considerations.
  • Support students in building strong written responses, evidence-based arguments, data interpretation, and exam-focused skills.
  • Create an inclusive and stimulating classroom where students feel confident to question, discuss, reflect, and apply psychological ideas.
  • Use creative teaching approaches, case studies, real-world examples, discussion, and technology to make learning relevant and engaging.
  • Monitor student progress through assessment data, classwork, written tasks, questioning, feedback, and formal review.
  • Provide timely support and targeted intervention for students who require additional help or extension.
  • Differentiate learning to meet varied student abilities, learning styles, language needs, and academic aspirations.
  • Share exemplary teaching practices with colleagues and contribute to department improvement.
  • Maintain high expectations for student behaviour, participation, academic honesty, and learning outcomes.
  • Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and school leaders regarding progress and support needs.
  • Contribute to extra-curricular programmes, school events, enrichment activities, and community-based initiatives.
  • Engage in CPD, reflective practice, and professional learning opportunities within the GEMS network.
  • Role-model the school values of Grow, Flourish, and Succeed through teaching, teamwork, and professional conduct.

Ideal

Profile - BEd or Bachelor’s degree majoring in Psychology, or equivalent qualification.

  • PGCE with QTS in Psychology is an advantage.
  • Proven experience teaching Psychology across all relevant levels.
  • Strong subject knowledge with the ability to explain complex psychological concepts clearly.
  • Proven track record of providing outstanding learning and teaching.
  • Ability to share exemplary teaching practices and contribute to collaborative improvement.
  • Creative and enthusiastic approach to classroom teaching and wider school life.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for working closely with colleagues, students, and parents.
  • Strong understanding of assessment, feedback, lesson planning, and student progress tracking.
  • Reflective mindset with a passion for continuous professional development.
  • Aspiration to work in a world-class school with strong career growth prospects.
  • Willingness to contribute positively to school culture through extra-curricular and community-based activities.

Skills Set - Psychology teaching

  • Secondary education
  • Classroom teaching
  • Human behaviour
  • Cognitive psychology
  • Social psychology
  • Developmental psychology
  • Research methods
  • Ethical reasoning
  • Case study analysis
  • Critical thinking
  • Exam preparation
  • Assessment planningStudent progress tracking
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Written evaluation
  • Data interpretation
  • Parent communication
  • Extra-curricular support
  • BSO standards
  • International school teaching
  • Professional development Why Join Us Opportunity to grow within Dubai’s Education Management sector while working in a British Schools Overseas accredited GEMS school. Competitive tax-free salary, free schooling, private medical insurance, annual airfares to the country of residence, and end-of-service gratuity. Teachers receive free access to CPD programmes and GEMS Rewards offering savings across flights, hotels, restaurants, retail outlets, and everyday services in the UAE.

About the Company GEMS Education is a leading international education provider with a strong network of schools in Dubai and across global markets. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is a British Schools Overseas accredited school recognised for outstanding standards, professional development pathways, and a culture that encourages students and teachers to grow, flourish, and succeed. The school supports educators through NQT, QTS, and iPGCE opportunities with the TES Institute while offering meaningful career progression across the wider GEMS Education network.

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