Drumkit & Percussion Teacher

Drums & Percussion Teacher
GEMS Premier Music Academy, Dubai
Full-Time | Drum Kit, Orchestral Percussion | Start Date: End of August 2025

Looking for a dynamic Drums & Percussion Teacher with experience in both kit and orchestral percussion to teach students of various levels in our Under 18s Elite Academy and Schools in Dubai. You will teach a range of ages and abilities, including exam preparation, technique, and musicality and be part of a forward-thinking passionate team.

Package Includes:
- Tax-free salary circa $49,000/GBP36,000 per annum
- Annual Flights, Visa & Sponsorship, Medical Insurance, Gratuity
- Teach in modern, well-equipped music facilities
- Range of CPD and career development opportunities
- Dubai lifestyle: cultural hub, year-round sunshine, and global connectivity

Requirements:
- Degree in percussion/drum performance
- Teaching across multiple styles (jazz, rock, classical)
2+ years' teaching/industry experience
- Passion for student development across cultures
- Ability to teach other instruments is desirable
- Strong IT skills
- Driving license is desirable
To apply send a brief covering letter and CV to info@gemspremiermusicacademy.com or apply via the GEMS portal: https://careers.gemseducation.com/en/uae/jobs/peripatetic-drum-percussion-tutor-5336215/

We are seeking a versatile, inspiring, and well qualified Drums/Percussion Teacher to join our team. This full-time role involves delivering high-quality 1:1 tuition in a range of genres, as well as leading ensembles for both under-18s and adults. The ideal candidate will be confident working across musical styles — including classical, pop, and jazz — and be passionate about developing drummers/percussionists of all levels and backgrounds.
This peripatetic position will involve travel between sites, some regular term-time evening work, and teaching on one weekend day. The ability to teach basic musicianship, piano and/or an additional instrument is highly desirabl