Teaching in Abu Dhabi: Salaries & International Schools
Teacher salaries, schools, and honest reviews from 15 international schools in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. 14 salary reports compiled below.
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Teacher salaries in Abu Dhabi, from real reports
Based on 14 anonymous teacher salary reports across 15 international schools in Abu Dhabi. Figures are monthly base pay in AED, with the top and bottom 5% trimmed. Compare housing, flights, tax context, and estimated savings on each school page before treating a median as the full picture.
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All international schools in Abu Dhabi
American International School in Abu Dhabi
The American International School in Abu Dhabi (AIS) provides an American curriculum from Pre-K through Grade 12, including Advanced Placement courses for university preparation. The school serves a diverse student body from numerous nationalities in the UAE capital. AIS features modern facilities supporting academics, athletics, and the arts, with experienced American and international teachers committed to academic excellence and character development. The school prepares students for admission to leading universities worldwide while fostering global citizenship and cultural understanding.
Yasmina British Academy
Aldar Charter Schools
Raha International School
Yasmina British academy (Aldar)
Horizon Private School Branch (Khalifa City)
Amity International school
GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi
Ajyal International School Al Falah
American Community School of Abu Dhabi
American Community School of Abu Dhabi is a non-profit, US-accredited college preparatory school founded in 1972. It serves about 1,315 students from KG1 through Grade 12, from more than 80 countries, on a standards-based American programme. High school students can take IB Diploma courses and Advanced Placement classes alongside a wide arts, athletics, and service learning offer. The school moved from its long-time Al Bateen site to a new Saadiyat Island campus after about 50 years.
GEMS World Academy
Aldar Academies
Abu Dhabi Grammar School
British School Al Khubairat
The British International School Abu Dhabi
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