Staff Positions

Academic Staff

American University of Sharjah is a not-for-profit, independent, institution of higher education formed on the American model.

As a provider of quality higher education in the Gulf, AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates. AUS is accredited in the United States of America by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and by the Department of Education of the State of Delaware. 

Achievement Academy Instructor

Applications are invited for teaching staff positions in the Bridge Program. Candidates must have native or near-native English proficiency, an M.A. in TEFL or a closely related field, a minimum of two years full-time teaching experience in a foundation ESL/EFL program, a strong commitment to teaching excellence, the ability to work collaboratively as a member of an instructional team, and an ability to use instructional technology. Preference is given to candidates with a North American educational system background. Teaching experience in North America and the Middle East is a plus.

If interested, applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae with the names of three references to recruitment@aus.edu.  The position applied for should be mentioned in the email subject line.

Note: For Temporary Part-time positions the candidates must already be in possession of a residence visa for the UAE. Candidates who are employed in the UAE must provide the university with a Letter of No Objection from their current employer, and have the appropriate governmental approvals. Employment Visas are not provided to temporary staff.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted.

AUS Alumni are encouraged to apply for these positions

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with us depends solely upon your qualifications.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: AUS complies with the US Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. During the interview process, you may be asked questions concerning your ability to perform job-related functions. If you are given a conditional offer of employment, you may be required to complete a post-job offer medical history questionnaire and undergo a medical examination, and all information will be kept confidential and in separate files.

Postal:
American University of Sharjah, Human Resource Services
PO Box 26666, Sharjah, UAE, Fax: +971 6 515 2139