GEMS Education Welcomes a Wave of Educators

1,700 New Teachers Join UAE: GEMS Education Preps for Academic Year

The largest private school network in the United Arab Emirates, GEMS Education, has once again taken a remarkable step to ensure quality education. As the 2025/2026 academic year kicks off, the company has welcomed over 1,700 new teachers internationally, further strengthening its role in shaping the country's educational system. At the annual GEMS Awareness Day event held before the new school year commencing on August 25, it was emphasized that they are not just recruiting teachers but reimagining the future of education.

A Globally Coveted Educational Workplace

GEMS Education is one of the most sought-after educational employers worldwide, receiving over 600,000 job applications annually while only advertising around 2,000 positions. This means less than half a percent of applicants are hired—reflecting the company's reputation, rigorous selection process, and high standards.

The newly recruited teachers have arrived from all over the world with various backgrounds and experiences, but they share a common goal: to provide excellent education in the more than 130 GEMS schools operating across the UAE.

Human Connections in the Era of AI

The leadership at GEMS Education emphasized that while technology and artificial intelligence play ever-increasing roles in education, human connection remains irreplaceable. At the event, it was stated: "No machine can teach our children values, perseverance, or how to become good people. No line of code can replace an encouraging smile or a teacher's belief in their students."

This human-centric approach to education defines GEMS' philosophy—and that's what makes the schools attractive to both parents and educators.

Teachers as Pillars of Success

According to the CEO of GEMS, teachers have always been the backbone of the institution and that won't change in the future. The recruitment program at the start of the new school year aims not only to introduce new staff but also to build community and reinforce commitment to excellence.

In recruitment, they focus not only on expertise but also on the values that define GEMS' mission: creativity, empathy, flexibility, and a passion for student success. This human factor provides the extra edge behind the achievements in GEMS schools.

Programs Beyond the Classroom

GEMS Education offers not just education, but comprehensive nurturing and support. At the event, the BEYOND100, Determined Genius, Family First Café, and Parent 360 initiatives were showcased, aiming to shape students' character, mental well-being, and cooperation with families.

This holistic approach allows schools to impart not only knowledge but lifelong skills.

Outstanding University Achievements

This academic year, students from GEMS schools have again achieved impressive results. 250 students gained admission to the world's top 50 universities, 353 were accepted into Russell Group universities, and seven students got into the top Ivy League institutions in the United States. These figures speak for themselves and show the quality of knowledge imparted by the teachers.

The Future of Education Has Already Begun

GEMS Education leads the way in changes. Through innovation, student-centeredness, and a balance of family values, it creates an educational environment where children not only learn but also grow—in body, mind, and thought.

In the closing speech of the annual GEMS Awareness Day, it was said: "Teachers are the architects of the future. They bring visions into reality in everyday life. They shape the future generation, and there is no alternative to that."

Conclusion

The arrival of 1,700 new teachers is not just a statistical fact. It is a strategic decision that invests in the future. By continuing to attract and support the world's best teachers, GEMS Education reinforces its leading role in the UAE's educational system. The values imparted by teachers, community programs, and balancing technological advancement all contribute to GEMS being not just an educational institution, but a global role model.

(Source of the article: GEMS Education announcement.)