Head Teacher

Al Tamimi Investments LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery center in Dubai seeks a Class Teacher to manage classes and assist in administrative duties. The ideal candidate should have a CACHE Level 3 Certificate or a Bachelor's in Education, along with a passion for fostering children’s development through innovative teaching practices. This dual-role position involves effective communication with parents and continuous professional development, ensuring a high-quality educational environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a coordinator.
• Strong knowledge of teaching techniques.
• Willingness to adopt innovative methods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee teaching and operational planning.
• Manage daily center run including staff and resources.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.

Skills

Communication

Positive Image Promotion

Course Design

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Childcare

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

• Class teacher of FS 1 Class, carry out all the responsibilities of class teacher
• Assist the Centre Manager with supervision of planning for topics, themes, and activities for all the age groups:
• Assist the Centre Manager with supervision of planning of timetables and communication to staff and parents.
• Assist the Centre Manager in ensuring the management and day-to-day running of the center which includes staff, children, premises, and equipment is of the highest quality in accordance with the EYFS guidelines
• Assist the Centre Manager with staff and monitor attendance shifts and leave.
• Assist the Centre Manager with liaison with parents over concerns, issues, and complaints
• Assisting with training and development of staff
• Assist the Centre Manager in developing operational plans to achieve the shared vision of Ora Nursery of the future, adopting an innovative approach in conducting the classes.
• To ensure the children’s records are up to date. Assessments carried out regularly
• Do observations for the children in the class to monitor the progress of each child in the class
• To work with all staff to ensure that there is effective liaison with the parents over the care of their children, and a smooth induction for new children and parents.
• Time Allocation: Designating specific times for teaching, planning, and leadership duties.
• Professional Support: Seeking mentorship or support from Centre Manager to navigate the dual role effectively.

Skills

Education & Experience:

·Certificate in childcare (CACHE 3) or bachelor’s degree in education with 2 years of experience as a coordinator.

Special knowledge/ Skills:

• The ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to work in a helpful and courteous manner promoting a positive image of the center
• Strong knowledge of teaching and the ability to design courses
• Being approachable to parents, staff, and students
• Excellent time management abilities
• Being organized
• Open to adopting innovative methods in the class.

Balancing the responsibilities of both teaching and leadership requires:

• Time Management: Effectively allocate time between classroom duties and administrative tasks.
• Delegation: Assigning specific tasks to senior staff or teaching assistants to ensure smooth operation.
• Continuous Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing learning to stay informed about best practices in both teaching and leadership.
• Reflective Practice: Regularly assessing the impact of both roles on personal well-being and professional effectiveness.