Joining our team

Joining our team

OUR CULTURE

We believe that outstanding teachers are the cornerstone of an outstanding school. By building on our teachers’ pedagogical practice through ongoing professional development we best serve the educational needs of our students and honor the concept of lifelong learning.

We are interested in native-English speaking teachers who hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in their teaching subject, have a university qualification in education and have a minimum of 2 years full-time, post-qualification experience. In return we offer a competitive salary; a generous housing allowance; school places; annual vacation flights; and comprehensive medical insurance.

WHY JOIN US

Attracting and retaining employees of the highest caliber is central to the continuing success of The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls (SZPAG). We look forward to hearing from you.

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The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls advertises all its vacancies on the TES website.

We welcome expressions of interest from professionals interested in becoming part of our learning community. The safety and wellbeing of our students is paramount. All successful appointments are subject to pre-employment reference and security checks.

Candidates applying for academic positions should possess:

  • Qualification in education and qualification with specialization in the teaching subject.
  • Excellent academic and teaching experience.
  • Be technologically skilled and willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life.

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Working at SZPAG

Working at SZPAG

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls (SZPAG) is a an award-winning blended curriculum school, combining the American Massachusetts State Common Core curriculum, with the UAE Arabic Ministry of Education curriculum. It is home to 1500 students. 91% of whom are Emirati and benefits from a truly international teaching staff heralding from around the globe.

SZPAG lives its purpose: 'Honoring the Past. Educating for the Future'. Maintaining an

appreciation for the UAE's international community and world at large, the school's vision aims to help secure the future of the UAE, by providing strong community role-models who understand their heritage and traditions and are also equipped with the skills and life-long learning dispositions necessary to embrace the challenges of tomorrow and to take on leadership roles. We achieve this by providing an excellent, accredited American curriculum that ensures that all students are able to make the most of their talents and abilities.

We offer:

• A competitive tax-free salary

• A generous housing allowance

• Annual vacation flights

• Comprehensive medical insurance

• Free school places for up to 2 children

• Access to an extensive professional development network

• A Macbook, iPad and Apple pencil for the duration of your employment

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Available Vacancies

Female Early Childhood Teacher Abu Dhabi

Job overview


The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies are leading US-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, delivering outstanding education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The schools’ reputations for high quality education, outstanding facilities, and innovative use of technology are well established in the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Academy for Girls is looking to appoint a female Early Childhood Teacher. We need great classroom practitioners, with experience in either UK or US curricula, who are keen to develop as teachers, gain new understandings, and embrace the culture of the UAE.

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit the application form and your CV via the TES portal, along with a letter of application outlining your career so far and ambitions within the education profession. 


Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in another relevant subject plus PGCE
  • A minimum of 2 years early childhood/elementary teaching experience
  • A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check


We Offer:         

  • Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years         
  • Highly competitive tax-free salary         
  •  Annual flight allowance
  • Annual housing allowance
  • Comprehensive international health insurance         


Due to the unique nature of our school, we can only accept applications from female candidates. 

To learn more about our school, please follow the link to our recruitment pack: SZPAG Recruitment Pack

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Female Head of English and Humanities (High School)

Job overview

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies are leading US-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, delivering outstanding education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The schools’ reputations for high quality education, outstanding facilities, and innovative use of technology are well established in the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls is looking to appoint a Female Head of English and Humanities for our High School. You will lead a department that includes the following subjects: English, History, Geography, and Sociology. A wide-ranging knowledge of the Humanities is advantageous, and previous leadership experience is essential. We are looking for great classroom practitioners, with experience in either UK or US curricula, who are keen to develop as leaders, gain new understandings, and embrace the culture of the UAE. Candidates with a joint English and History or Geography degree will be preferred.

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit the application form and your CV via the TES portal, along with a letter of application outlining your career so far and ambitions within the education profession. 


Requirements:       

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject
  • PGCE or equivalent qualification in Education 
  • A minimum of 3 years teaching experience       
  • A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check


We Offer:         

  • Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years         
  • Highly competitive tax-free salary   
  • Comprehensive international health insurance       
  • Annual housing allowance  
  • Annual flight allowance


Due to the unique nature of our school, we can only accept applications from female candidates. 

To learn more about our school, please follow the link to our recruitment pack: SZPAG Recruitment Pack

Apply Now

Female Early Childhood Supply Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Job overview


The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies are leading US-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, delivering outstanding education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The schools’ reputations for high quality education, outstanding facilities, and innovative use of technology are well established in the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls has a temporary vacancy to cover maternity leave in the Grade 1 with an immediate start date.

To be considered for the role you must:  


  • Be resident in the UAE and hold a visa which permits you to work.
  • Have a minimum of 2 years' experience working in an Early Years teaching position.
  • Bachelor of Education qualification


This is local-hire position with no housing or additional benefits.

If you are interested in being considered for the position, please submit your application via the TES portal.

Due to the unique nature of our school, we can only accept applications from female candidates. 

To learn more about our school, please follow the link to our SZPAG Recruitment Pack.


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