In line with Uptown Primary's planned expansion for the new academic year 2012/2013 and our intention to offer the IB MYP (Grade 6) programme in addition to IB PYP (Pre K - G5), we are seeking applications from appropriately qualified and enthusiastic teachers interested in joining our school community.

Current teaching positions available for 2012/2013

International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP)

English/Generalist Teacher

Uptown will commence the MYP Program in Grade 6 in September. This is an opportunity for a teacher with a passion for this subject area to establish and grow the program as we expand our population toward the IB Diploma offering. Experience in the MYP is an advantage, however a capacity to positively engage children and a commitment and enthusiasm towards building this subject offering in the school is essential.

International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP)

1 Primary EAL Teacher

With our expansion of classes in the Primary section, additional teaching staff are sought to join our IB World School. While experience in the PYP is an advantage, a proven capacity to assist in individual and small group learning, in a child-centred environment is vital. The role of EAL teacher in our department requires specific qualifications in English as an Additional Language.

Please send your application, including CV and contact details of three (3) confidential referees to the Mrs. Fiona Dharsey, PA to the Principal, by 20 May: fdharsey@uptownprimary.ae.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

General information for candidates applying for teaching positions

For teaching positions at Uptown Primary School or Uptown School, it is vital to ensure that you hold the correct qualifications and have the requisite experience. A minimum of two years' (preferably more) qualified teaching experience is required to be able to teach in the UAE.

All candidates must have completed 12 years of Primary and Secondary education and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education or equivalent, specialising in the relevant educational field. Holding a subject degree alone will not qualify you to teach in the UAE. Teachers with extensive experience who hold a Certificate or Diploma of Education may be recognised as qualified. Offers made would be subject to receiving the approval of the UAE Ministry of Education, which must be satisfied that their criteria in the relevant teaching qualifications are met in a formal process.

All successful candidates will be expected to complete the schools' medical form, duly certified by a General Practitioner and be passed fit for working overseas. On occasion the authorities will require you to supply a recent chest X-Ray, Finally, candidates will be expected to supply a police clearance certificate or similar proof of non-criminality.