Teacher CV example for Gulf jobs
By Resumena Editorial Team · Last updated
Below is a complete teacher CV in the format employers across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar expect, shown in our Gradient Curve design. Copy the structure, swap in your own details, and download it as a PDF.
Professional summary example
QTS-qualified primary teacher with 6 years in UK and British-curriculum schools in Dubai. KHDA "Very Good"-rated classroom practice, EAL specialist and Year 4 phase leader.
Key skills to list on your teacher CV
- British curriculum (EYFS/KS1/KS2)
- EAL support
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment for learning
- Classroom management
- Parent communication
- Google Classroom
- Safeguarding
Achievement bullet examples
- Led a team of 5 teachers; phase reading attainment rose 18% in one year
- Lessons graded "Very Good" in the most recent KHDA inspection
- Ran the school EAL programme for 90 students
- Taught Year 3 and Year 5 classes of 30
- Coordinated the school science fair
Gulf-specific tips
- State your curriculum (British, American, IB, CBSE) in the headline; schools hire by curriculum.
- Mention KHDA, ADEK or MOE inspection outcomes if you have them.
- Include safeguarding training and teaching licence status.
For photo, visa-status and length rules by country, see the Gulf CV format guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do teachers need a photo on their CV for Dubai schools?
Yes, almost all international schools in the Gulf expect a professional photo.
What qualifications do teachers need in the UAE?
A bachelor’s degree plus a recognised teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, a state licence or a B.Ed.). Teachers also need a UAE teaching licence, which schools help arrange.