The American Community School of Abu Dhabi is a tight-knit community located in the heart of an incredible city.
Teachers find life at ACS and in Abu Dhabi to be warm and welcoming, inspiring and inclusive. We offer an outstanding academic and extracurricular experience guided by a highly talented and diverse teaching staff. Teaching and learning is at the center of everything we do for both our students and our staff. We invite you to explore our job openings and consider joining us.
Each year, we actively recruit world-class educators to join us in this world-class city. Our 168 faculty members represent 20 nationalities and we seek those who model ACS’ core values of courage, curiosity, compassion and integrity. We hire collaborative team members who communicate and listen actively and openly. We seek educators who value diversity, equity and inclusion, and who contribute with empathy and compassion. At ACS, you will join a community influenced in wonderful ways by students and colleagues from around the world.
"As I enter my 13th year at ACS, I’m proud to be part of a school community that values relationships, support, and growth. Our HR department strives to make onboarding an exceptional experience for new hires and to build a strong sense of community for every staff member. Both of my children started their educational journeys here at ACS before moving back to Canada and then to the US and I’ve seen firsthand the incredible foundation this school provides. It’s a privilege to contribute to a school where staff and faculty feel supported and valued."
– Marise Jayendran, Director of Human Resources
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ACS EMIRATI TEACHING INTERNSHIP APPLICATION (English Version)
ACS EMIRATI TEACHING INTERNSHIP APPLICATION (Arabic Version)
Salary & Benefits
Recruitment Brochure
Child Safeguarding and Protection
The American Community School of Abu Dhabi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees must work in partnership with the school and take a shared responsibility to ensure a safe environment where all our children can learn and grow. Our Child Protection Handbook guides our practices for the safety and security of students.
Why acs
Why Our Teachers Love Working at ACS
"ACS is a wonderful place to work because of the people. Employees are valued and taken care of. Human resources does an excellent job ensuring that you have a work life balance. From finding you a lovely apartment to providing you with top notch insurance. At ACS you matter. "
- ES Teacher Anin Weiner
" ACS is a truly special place to work because of its warm inclusiveness and commitment to continuous growth. The supportive environment among staff and the emphasis on collaboration makes it feel like a second home. Being part of a team that is passionate about making a positive and great impact every day makes working at ACS rewarding and inspiring."
- Arabic Teacher Razzak Hammoud
"ACS is a fantastic place to work, thanks to the incredibly supportive and collaborative colleagues who make teamwork and professional growth a priority. The parents are deeply invested and supportive, contributing to a positive and enriching environment for both students and staff. This shared commitment fosters a strong sense of community, making it a welcoming and inspiring place to be every day."
- MS Teacher Zach Winter
"ACS is a place where the days are full—full of challenges, surprises, and the kind of moments that push you to grow as an educator. What sets it apart for me is how those challenges come with space to flex my creativity in the classroom.There’s a palpable energy here—an expectation that you’ll bring your best and, in return, get to experiment, innovate, and occasionally knock it out of the park. It’s the kind of environment where teaching feels like a craft, not just a job."
- HS Teacher Nate Bowling
"ACS lives up to the word community in its name. My colleagues are my friends and people I enjoy seeing each day. We're surrounded with opportunities to grow professionally, and are supported when we take risks in the classroom. Our students and their families buy into our core values and embrace the wide variety of extracurricular activities we offer, from sports to the arts and beyond. Families trust ACS and go above and beyond to make sure we feel appreciated and valued. In my years working overseas, ACS is by far, the best school I've taught at."
- MS Teacher Christine Bates
"Working at this school for the past 10 years has been an incredible journey, filled with opportunities for my own professional growth and collaboration. I deeply value the school's commitment to offering teacher training, which has helped me continuously improve and innovate in my practice. The strong sense of community here has not only supported me as an educator but has also enriched the experience of my own children who attend the school, creating lasting benefits for our entire family. The support from administration and the joy of working with such amazing students make the American Community School of Abu Dhabi a truly special place."
- ES Teacher Tina Bhatia
Teaching and Learning
Multiple professional learning opportunities are supported through the ACS Office of Learning. Our offerings include in-service days scheduled throughout the year and access to world-renowned consultants who provide job-embedded learning experiences onsite. The office also funds external opportunities like conferences, institutes and coursework.