After School Educator

Info Resume Edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth development organization in Dubai is seeking a caring After School Educator to lead engaging and safe activities for children. The role involves supervising children, planning enriching activities, providing academic support, and fostering a positive environment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, experience working with children, and strong communication skills. This position is full-time and offers the opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, or a related field is preferred or in progress.
• 1 year of experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or camp setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities.
• Provide academic support and tutoring.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment.
• Manage behavior using positive discipline strategies.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Maintain accurate attendance and incident records.
• Set up and clean activity spaces.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Group leadership skills

Creativity in planning activities

Excellent communication skills

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR / First Aid certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a caring and energetic After School Educator to lead engaging, safe and enriching activities for children during after-school hours. The educator will support academic development, foster creativity and promote social-emotional learning through structured play, homework help, and enrichment programs. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about youth development and education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children during after-school hours.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities including arts & crafts, games, STEM projects and literacy enrichment.
• Provide academic support including homework help and tutoring when needed.
• Foster a positive, respectful and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Manage behavior using positive discipline strategies and support social-emotional growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians and school staff regarding student progress and behavior.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and incident reports.
• Set up and clean activity spaces, ensuring materials and supplies are well maintained.
• Participate in staff training, team meetings and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Education
  • High school diploma or GED (required).
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, or a related field (preferred or in progress).
• Experience
  • 1 year of experience working with children in an educational, recreational or camp setting.
• Skills
  • Strong classroom management and group leadership skills.
  • Creativity in planning engaging and inclusive activities.
  • Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
  • CPR / First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Preferred Attributes
  • Bilingual (especially in Spanish, Mandarin or other community languages) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with child development or behavior management techniques.
  • Passion for working with diverse children and communities.

Employment

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Vacancy: 1
• Experience: years