Elementary MakerSpace Technician

American School of Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dubai is seeking a dedicated support staff member to assist teachers and enhance student learning experiences. The role involves managing supplies, providing classroom support, and fostering a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of students.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with technical and administrative tasks.
• Maintain supplies and equipment for educational programs.
• Support teachers in classroom activities.

Skills

English communication

Problem solving

Organization

Education

Technical diploma

High school diploma

Job description

• Assist faculty with various technical and administrative tasks in preparation for and during classes.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and materials in support of educational programs.
• Advise supervisor in advance of program equipment, repair, and supply needs.
• Identify and facilitate activities across the curriculum when appropriate.
• Set-up, maintain and provide supervision within the various curricular activities.
• Assist teachers when requested in daily classroom activity planning and supervision.
• Assist teachers in keeping supplies ready, replenished and available for students use.
• Assisting / interacting with students as necessary and with large group activities.
• Manage and organize supplies / store room.
• Make preparations for future projects.
• Responsible for putting up displays and bulletin boards as needed
• Provide general assistance to the teachers during Maker events.
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills as designed and prescribed by the teacher.
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher including computer technology.
• Participate in in-service training programs as assigned.
• Openly support and abide by all school policies and procedures.
• Model ASD Values in interactions with the school community.
• Eager and willing to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrate commitment to personal continuous professional growth and development.
• Represent ASD with students, parents, colleagues, and broader school community in a professional manner.
• Take on other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications :

• Technical diploma, degree, certificate in a related field.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• The ability to inspire children through education.
• Full understanding and support of the school's philosophy.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous experience working in an Elementary school educational setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Ability to work with diverse groups of students.
• Ability to establish priorities, take initiative and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to multitask and function in a highly dynamic, service-oriented working environment.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal continuous professional growth and development.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

Terms of Employment :

This position is classified as a non-sponsored support staff position. General working hours are from 7 : 45 am - 3 : 45 pm, Monday through Thursday and 7 : 45 am - 12 : 45 pm (on site) & 2 : 30 pm - 3 : 45 pm (remote / flexible) on Fridays. In some cases, flexibility with work hours is requested to meet the needs of the role.

ASD employees are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All employees agree to abide by all child protection policies and procedures, and agree to participate in all child protection training as mandated by the School as a condition of employment.

Criminal background checks will be conducted on all candidates prior to confirmation of employment.