Art teacher

Al Ittihad Private School invites creative, student‑centered Art Teachers to join our Al Mamzar campus for the 2026–2027 academic year. We seek an educator who inspires artistic exploration, develops technical skills across media, and fosters a classroom culture where creativity, critical thinking, and cultural appreciation thrive. The successful candidate will design age‑appropriate art programmes, guide students through skill development and portfolio work, and contribute to exhibitions and school events. You will collaborate with colleagues to integrate visual arts across the curriculum, support co‑curricular activities, and promote safe studio practices. If you are passionate about nurturing young artists and committed to professional growth, we encourage you to apply.

Duties and responsibilities

• Curriculum design and instruction
  Plan and deliver engaging, standards‑aligned art lessons that develop technical skills, creative processes, and art appreciation across grade levels.
• Studio practice and safety
  Create and maintain a safe, well‑organised studio environment; teach safe use and care of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Skill development and assessment
  Teach drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital art, and mixed media as appropriate; design formative and summative assessments and maintain student portfolios.
• Creative thinking and cultural literacy
  Integrate art history, cultural perspectives, and contemporary practices to broaden students’ visual literacy and critical thinking.
• Exhibitions and events
  Curate student exhibitions, coordinate displays around campus, and support school art events, competitions, and community projects.
• Differentiation and inclusion
  Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and support students with varying abilities and interests.
• Collaboration and professional growth
  Work with colleagues to embed visual arts across subjects, participate in department planning, and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Pastoral and supervisory duties
  Support students’ social‑emotional development, supervise classes and school activities as required, and follow safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

• Qualification
  Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a closely related field; teaching certification or postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Experience
  Minimum 2 years teaching experience in primary or secondary art settings; experience in international schools or accredited programmes is an advantage.
• Portfolio
  A professional portfolio showcasing personal work and examples of student work or curriculum projects is required.
• Skills
  Strong command of multiple media (traditional and digital), effective classroom management, assessment literacy, and ability to scaffold skills development.
• Attributes
  Creative, patient, encouraging, culturally sensitive, and committed to fostering artistic confidence in students.
• Technical and compliance
  Comfortable integrating digital art tools and technology; valid UAE work authorization, clear background checks, and willingness to complete school onboarding and safeguarding training.

About Al Ittihad Private School

Al Ittihad Private School is a well‑established K–12 international school in Dubai offering a US‑based curriculum. We prioritise academic excellence, character development, and an inclusive culture that respects diverse backgrounds. Our accredited school provides modern facilities, a collaborative staff community, and ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers.

How to apply

Send your CV, a cover letter titled Art Teacher — 2026–2027, a link to or PDF of your professional portfolio, and copies of relevant certificates to careers@ipsmamzar.com. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and may be asked to deliver a demonstration lesson or provide references. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged. Use the subject line: Recruitment 2026–2027 — Art Teacher.