20 Humanities Teacher jobs in Kuwait

Overview

Secondary Humanities Teacher in Kuwait Required

Salary: Monthly Tax Free Salary from KWD 950 (0 years experience) to KWD 1250

Other Benefits: Single non-shared furnished accommodation, flights, insurance, etc

Contract: Full Time, Fixed, One Year

Start Date: Immediate

Subjects Needed: History and Geography

• Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in the Subject Taught plus PGCE / QTS
• Other Degrees: Bachelor Degree that is closely related may be considered with PGCE / QTS - transcripts will be needed
• Experience: All levels welcome to apply

There’s never been a better time to teach in the flourishing city of Kuwait. If you’re adventurous, seeking a challenge and want to work in a diverse and fascinating country that is seeing huge developments and will continue to do so in upcoming years then this is your opportunity. Offering excellent professional opportunities, a fast growing expat community and located just one hour flight from Dubai, not to mention other glorious locations, this could tick all the boxes.

Edvectus creates international communities by connecting educational talent with jobs abroad and is proud to represent this reputable school in Kuwait. They are recruiting teachers for August 2025. In return they offer not only an excellent professional opportunity but an all-encompassing, generous benefits package.

• is flexible and adaptable whilst working in new cultures
• is experienced working with EAL learners and comfortable differentiating as necessary
• is a motivated team player with high expectations
• is an outstanding practitioner, committed to raising standards
• has the ability to creatively inspire children to reach their potential

• Happy and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
• A friendly, dedicated and ambitious staff team
• Excellent saving and travel opportunities

Overview

Job Title - Secondary Humanities Teacher

Location: Kuwait

Start date: August 2025

PLEASE READ BELOW JOB DESCRIPTION, PACKAGE INFORMATION AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY. SHOULD YOU NOT MEET THE BASIC CRITERIA YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE TAKEN FORWARD. AT ALL TIMES THERE ARE SEVERAL JOBS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO VISIT REGULARLY TO CHECK ON THE LATEST ONES AND KEEP APPLYING … GOOD LUCK! TAX-FREE overseas benefits contracts in KUWAIT (Middle East) !

The fabulous packages is not the only reason you should apply, teaching overseas is an amazing, life-changing, exciting learning experience. The weather is beautiful for 9 months, we see rainfall for about 2 weeks a year which is one of the most attractive features. Kuwait is an extremely family friendly close-knit community of expats from all over the world. The nationals form ONLY a very small percentage of the total population. The schools are all independent fee-paying schools chosen by the parents over excellent free education for the standards they hold.

• Male/Female candidates with a Bachelors of History / Social Sciences / Geography / Humanities or relevant subjects with 1 plus years of teaching experience. Teaching certification/licence / PGCE is an advantage though not compulsory.
• Must have native level English ability
• Due to visa restrictions, we can only accept candidates with a British / Irish / American / Canadian / Australian / New Zealander / South African passports which should be valid AT LEAST for over 2.5 years from the date of application. If you are locally available in Kuwait, please highlight this right away

1. Please upload your resume (MANDATORY) with 2 references (MANDATORY), latest photograph (MANDATORY), a teaching philosophy, cover letter (could be interchanged with the teaching philosophy letter).
2. We have several listed jobs listed and several unadvertised jobs too. Feel free, be creative, you could also send us links to your teaching videos, any work that you have done and are proud of, any special honors/accolades you have received from the children you have worked with.
3. We look forward to sharing this wonderful adventure with you!

• A monthly TAX FREE basic starting salary of 700 Kuwaiti Dinars (approx. please refer to xe for the current conversion rates) going higher based on experience and qualifications paid monthly in Kuwaiti Dinars.
• Free furnished utilities paid centrally air-conditioned/heated accommodation (shared in some cases where you will still have your own bedroom only the common areas are shared, individual in others).
• One annual return flight for the TEACHER ONLY
• Government health insurance for TEACHER ONLY
• Discounted tuition fees for dependent children studying in the same school
• End of service benefits

Overview

Secondary Humanities Teacher in Kuwait Required. Subjects Needed: History and Geography. Start Date: Immediate. Contract: Full Time, Fixed, One Year. Salary: Monthly tax-free salary from KWD 950 (0 years experience) to KWD 1250. Other Benefits: Single non-shared furnished accommodation, flights, insurance, etc.

Edvectus creates international communities by connecting educational talent with jobs abroad and is proud to represent this reputable school in Kuwait. They are recruiting teachers for August 2025. In return they offer not only an excellent professional opportunity but an all-encompassing, generous benefits package.

There’s never been a better time to teach in the flourishing city of Kuwait. If you’re adventurous, seeking a challenge and want to work in a diverse and fascinating country that is seeing huge developments and will continue to do so in upcoming years then this is your opportunity.

• Bachelor Degree in the Subject Taught plus PGCE / QTS
• Other Degrees: Bachelor Degree that is closely related may be considered with PGCE / QTS - transcripts will be needed

Experience: All levels welcome to apply

• is flexible and adaptable whilst working in new cultures
• is experienced working with EAL learners and comfortable differentiating as necessary
• is a motivated team player with high expectations
• is an outstanding practitioner, committed to raising standards
• has the ability to creatively inspire children to reach their potential

• Happy and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
• A friendly, dedicated and ambitious staff team
• Excellent saving and travel opportunities

Overview

Kuwait English School (KES) is a leading co-educational private English day school catering for children 3 – 18 years of age representing over 65 nationalities with an excellent and established record of providing quality education for the community of Kuwait. The school is located in purpose built premises and offers the English National Curriculum, IGCSE/GCSE/GCE A/S and A level. We have over 230 academic staff who have excellent qualifications and experience and are highly motivated. It is accredited by BSO and we are members of the BSME, COBIS and ECIS.

“Kuwait English School (KES) is a good school with significant outstanding features. The school provides a good quality of education complemented by a high level of student care.” BSO Inspection Report. Please check the full BSO Inspection Report.

• Competitive salary which is tax free and significantly higher than the UK salary scale.
• Discount on children's school fees at KES.
• Annual round trip flights for staff and discounted rate for 2 children (attending KES).
• Staff Accommodation or rent allowance.
• Free private medical insurance for the employee.
• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
• Courteous and hardworking students.
• Fantastic facilities to resource your ability to teach your students.

IMMEDIATE HIRE - We are seeking a successful Humanities Teacher in the SEN Secondary School who should be able to teach Humanities up to KS4. Practical resources are plentiful, and expectations are high for achievement for all students. Building and maintaining positive relationships is an essential part of maximising student progress. Our school follows the English national curriculum to IGCSE and IAL, accredited by Cambridge and Pearson examination boards.

• A relevant bachelor’s degree.
• PGCE or PGDE and QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• KS5 teaching experience is advantageous.
• We may accept applications from outstanding Early Career Teachers (ECT's).

As part of the Kuwait English School, you are expected to:

• Act with professional integrity at all times, notwithstanding issues of confidentiality and tact; act with honesty and transparency with regard to your work.
• Identify and improve those areas relevant to your role that need to move from good to outstanding.
• Maintain school policies and procedures relevant to your area and update whenever required.
• Be present where required at meetings, performances and other functions/events
• Undertake a proactive part in those activities that are part of the self-evaluation of the school, upholding the standards of the school in all areas being a present around school, appraisal and performance and line management systems.
• Work as part of a team submitting draft proposals and documents for further development by the Leadership Team and accepting and supporting final Leadership
• Be punctual to attend scheduled meetings.
• All members are encouraged to express their views, but are expected to work to the majority decision or the final decision of the Head of School
• Manage the sometimes, conflicting needs of transparency and confidentiality, at all times working as one team with the staff.
• Avoid the ‘them and us’ ethos.
• Undertake specific tasks reasonably delegated by the School Leadership.

Find out more about this exciting opportunity by visiting our career page and school website.

Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website including a CV, and a letter of application as a pdf document.

Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional referees one of whom should be your current principal/Head of School.

Completed applications should be submitted electronically via ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees and to make an appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications are encouraged. Interviews for the post will most likely take place by google meet.

Kuwait English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment practises, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity and gender.

Join to apply for the Dean or Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development role at American International University, Kuwait .

Position Overview:
American International University (AIU) is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative Director of Academic Curriculum and Program Development to lead efforts in instructional quality and curriculum advancement across all schools. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education and a proven ability to guide academic programs in both general education and specialized disciplines, including complex and technical fields such as engineering, computing, business, design, and biotechnology. Candidates without higher education experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee curriculum development, review, and alignment across academic departments and schools.
• Partner with faculty to enhance course design, learning outcomes, and assessment strategies.
• Promote best practices in teaching, instructional innovation, and academic program design.
• Guide the development, approval, and revision of academic programs and courses.
• Ensure consistency and quality in curriculum delivery across disciplines.
• Design and deliver faculty professional development related to curriculum and instruction.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in academic content and pedagogy.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction or a closely related field; doctorate preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of curriculum development and academic leadership experience at the university level.
• Proven ability to manage academic programs in a variety of disciplines, including technical and professional fields.
• Strong understanding of instructional design, pedagogy, and program evaluation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• International or multicultural academic experience is preferred.

Note: Applicants must have experience in higher education curriculum leadership . K-12-only experience will not be considered.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Higher Education