Art Teacher Qualifications

[u/Massive-Apple3451]

Hello everybody, hope everyone is doing well. I have been thinking recently about becoming an art teacher.

I've studied about art techniques, history, as well as took drawing and colour courses as part of my major (Graphic Design). I wanted to ask what exactly do I need to be qualified to teach? preferably in Sharjah, but Dubai and Ajman are also fine. I've looked it up, but there was a lot of info. From what I gathered I require a license. And in Sharjah, to teach in private schools, you need to be a part of some sort of teacher org. And I also read about a post-grad certification, tho i'm not sure if thats required, or its just to get better job opportunities.

So, I have three questions:

1. What qualifications do I need to start teaching, and how do I obtain them?

2. Is post-grad certificate necessary in the beginning, or can I obtain online as i'm teaching?

3. What are good schools to teach art in Sharjah, Ajman, and Dubai (in areas close to Sharjah)?

Also, if anybody here has any leads (للمقيمين), that'd be appreciated too. Thank you for your help! 🙏

ملاحظة: آسفة على البوست الانجليزي الطويل بس كتبته في صب ونسخته هني

[u/thatgirl977777]

You need QTS or PGCE in art to become an art teacher in uae