Teacher of Arabic B at DESS Primary

Teacher of Arabic B at DESS Primary

Listed On: 3 October 2025

Expires On: 1 November 2025

Job Title: Teacher of Arabic B
Advert Closing Date: 1st November 2025
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Workplace (Secondary/Primary): Primary – DESS Academic City
Job Start Date: January 2026

About Us

Collectively the DESS family of schools is known as Dubai English Speaking Schools, consisting of two primary schools - DESS Primary Oud Metha and DESS Primary Academic City (opening September 2025) and one secondary school - DESS College also based in Academic City, Dubai.

DESS Primary Oud Metha (age 3-11) has been a cornerstone of the community since 1963, and DESS College (age 11-18) has built on this legacy since its founding in 2005. Both have been consistently rated as Outstanding by the KHDA and BSO, a testament to our commitment to educational excellence. DESS Primary Academic City (age 3-11), opening in September 2025, will extend this heritage by offering the same high DESS standards.

For more information please visit our Website.

About the Role

Due to expansion DESS is looking to recruit a Teacher of Arabic B for a January 2026 start. This role will be based at DESS Academic City.

For a comprehensive understanding of the role and its requirements, we encourage you to review our detailed job description.

About You

• Hold a degree in either Arabic or Education.
• Be qualified (have KHDA approval) to teach Arabic to non-native speakers (Arabic B).
• Be an experienced primary Arabic Language Teacher with proven success.
• Be proficient in English.
• Showcase your talents and drive, with a proven track record of inspiring children.
• Embrace the opportunity to contribute positively to our school's vision, including enriching extracurricular activities.
• Share your expertise, knowledge, and skills with our vibrant school community whilst nurturing your own professional growth.
• Champion inclusive education, ready to meet the diverse needs of every child.
• Excel in interpersonal skills and thrive on building effective partnerships with all stakeholders.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work at one of our primary schools.
• Highly competitive tax-free salary.
• Accommodation allowance or fully furnished accommodation.
• Premium Medical Insurance coverage.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Tuition fees for up to two children.
• End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please visit our Careers Page.

Safer Recruitment Statement

DESS is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers who work with the school to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a rigorous screening process that includes: verification of qualifications, birth certificate and passport; obtaining two satisfactory references (including current / most recent employer and two previous employers); providing a Police Certificate(s) for the last five years from all countries that the applicant has resided in; Prohibition Checks (for applicants with a UK background). Any employment gaps on the application form will be addressed during an interview and may be explored further.

DESS welcomes applications from UAE Nationals who have the relevant qualifications and experience.