Governess / Nanny

Exclusive Household Staff; Al Saadiyat Island; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A private family in Al Saadiyat Island is seeking a professional Governess/Nanny to guide the development of their three children. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background, fluency in English and Arabic, and experience in childcare. Responsibilities include overseeing educational curricula, engaging in activities, and providing emotional support. This role requires a dedicated individual who can contribute to the children's well-rounded development in a culturally rich environment.

Qualifications

• Background in teaching and/or childcare is essential.
• Experience with various age groups required.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is critical.

Responsibilities

• Support children's educational and personal development.
• Oversee children's daily activities and routines.
• Tutoring in English, Arabic, Science, and Math.

Skills

Written and spoken English

Written and spoken Arabic

Teaching

Childcare

Glowing references

Education

Degree in education or similar

Job description

Our clients, living in a spacious villa in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi are seeking a Governess / Nanny to focus on the educational, creative, athletic, and emotional development of their three (soon to be four) children in a beautiful private household setting.

The couple’s preference is for a Governess / Nanny to have a background in teaching and / or childcare, a degree in education or similar would be an added benefit.

A typical working week would be 6 days per week 7 : 00am to 7 : 30pm with a two-hour lunch break. Duties will include :

• Helping the parents prepare the children for the day, as well as supporting their evening routine
• Engaging with the children to determine their specific likes and dislikes and gauge their individual personalities
• Overseeing both the formal and informal education of the children - following the child’s curriculum and tutoring in appropriate subjects such as English, Arabic, Science, and Math
• Implementing age-specific and appropriate activities for the children, to ensure that they thrive developmentally, emotionally, physically, and academically
• Overseeing and organising the children’s activities, accompany them on school meets and events
• Assisting the parents and house maid in preparing meals and snacks
• Monitoring children to ensure their physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as alerting parents of any concerns such as behavioural problems
• Offering suggestions for improvements in the children’s educational, athletic, social, and creative development
• Helping with the social and cultural development of the children, encourage self-awareness and creativity, and promote good manners and etiquette
• Occasional evening babysitting
• International travel to countries including to Spain, Oman, USA, Asia, the Maldives, Dubai, etc (the family will assist with visa applications)

It is essential you have :

• A background in teaching and / or childcare, a degree in education or similar
• Relevant experience and have previously worked with a variety of age-groups
• Good written and spoken English and Arabic - primary language of the household is English. Mother speaks Spanish to the children. Arabic fluency is an important core of the children’s education. Any other languages would be a benefit. Father understands Arabic and can have basic conversations in Arabic
• Glowing references from previous employers
• Valid DBS & First Aid