Learning Assistant - Immediate Start

TES FE News; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Dubai is seeking a dedicated Learning Assistant - Arabic Speaker to support teachers and engage with Emirati students. The role requires flexibility and a commitment to improving student outcomes and working within an American Curriculum framework. Attractive benefits include a tax-free salary and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Ongoing professional development

Supportive staff environment

Qualifications

• At least two years of supporting teachers' experience in a school.
• Experience working with Emirati students and families is preferred.
• Recent successful experience of teaching in Grades 1-5.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and engage with Emirati children.
• Participate in an extensive induction programme.
• Contribute to school improvement and foster student development.

Skills

Supporting teachers

Engagement with local communities

Innovative and flexible approach

Education

High School Diploma/Bachelor Degree

Job description

Job Overview

Taaleem is recruiting qualified, enthusiastic, and passionate Learning Assistant - Arabic Speaker to join our Dubai Schools Al Barsha.

Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become independent and empathetic learners. We offer an American education that will be guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values which will foster future-ready graduates, driven by pride and tolerance.

The main objective of the Dubai Schools Al Barsha, Al Khawaneej and Nad al Sheba Projects is to create a mutually beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that ensures Dubai’s aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in 'Good+' rated schools.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking outstanding, dedicated and resilient Learning Assistant who are committed to the long-term goals of this project. We would like to recruit individuals who believe they can make a difference to their students, who understand that change is a process and who want to take an active role in sharing their expertise as the team moves towards achieving its shared goals.

You Will

• Have a High School Diploma/Bachelor Degree
• At least two year's supporting teachers experience in a school
• Have experience working with local communities / Emirati students and families (preferred)
• Possess recent successful experience of teaching in Grades 1-5 (Years 2-6)
• Be open to working in an American Curriculum School (guidance and training provided)
• Be excited to work and engage with Emirati children and their families who form our school community
• Have a flexible and enthusiastic approach with a can-do ethos
• Be an innovative and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn

We Offer

• Supportive staff who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals
• An extensive induction programme
• A school where people can develop and thrive in a caring, fun and nurturing environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students
• A competitive tax-free salary
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• The full support of the wider network of Taaleem schools
• A unique opportunity to experience a different culture

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.