Joshua Doubleday
Deputy Head of School
Josh Doubleday is a Canadian educator who has worked across UK, IB and American Curriculum schools, in Canada, China, Thailand and the UAE for the past 20 years.
Josh began his educational journey as an Art teacher. He has also taught ELL and PE. He has been a Dean of Students and an Assistant Principal or Principal in Elementary, Middle and High school divisions.
Josh was previously at GEMS American Academy from 2012-2015 and is thrilled to return after 10 years away.
Josh believes in servant leadership, and building a school culture based on trust and mutual respect. In addition, he encourages students to take ownership of their learning journey in an environment that is positive and caring with opportunities to grow leadership skills.
Josh is here with his wife who is a high school counselor and they have two amazing daughters. Josh is an artist as well and enjoys creating stone sculptures, paintings and drawings. He also loves to mountain bike, travel, read and cook.
