Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant: Reading & Class Support

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Dubai is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support teachers across a range of tasks. Your role includes helping with reading activities, running small group sessions, and preparing materials while maintaining classroom order.

Ideal candidates bring a good general education, strong English communication, and a readiness to work with children. Emirati nationals are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• Good level of general education, especially in Maths and English.
• Strong communication skills with excellent written and spoken English; ICT skills desirable.
• Able to handle a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues.
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children preferred.
• Emirati Nationals only.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and uphold the ethos and standards of GEMS Core Values.
• Assist the teacher with reading related activities.
• Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed.
• Prepare and tidy up classroom activities; mount displays and assist with worksheets.
• Cover classes for short periods in emergencies.
• Tidy stock cupboards and distribute new stock.
• Assist with supervision and care of students as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and participate on committees as required.

Skills

Maths

English

Communication

ICT skills

Student interaction

Education

General education

Tools

None

Job description

GEMS Education in Dubai is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support teachers across a range of tasks. Your role includes helping with reading activities, running small group sessions, and preparing materials while maintaining classroom order.

Ideal candidates bring a good general education, strong English communication, and a readiness to work with children. Emirati nationals are preferred for this position.