Psychologist (Early Childhood)

Sharjah Education Academy; Sharjah Emirate; Presencial; AED 120.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sharjah Government Nurseries (SGN), operating under Sharjah Education Academy, seeks a qualified Psychologist to support the psychological, behavioral, and socio-emotional development of children aged 0-4 across SGN nurseries. You will conduct assessments, guide early intervention, and collaborate with teachers and parents to foster healthy development.

You will deliver individual and small-group sessions, monitor progress with validated tools, and provide evidence-based strategies to support

Responsabilidades

• Direct Support for Children (Primary Role)
• Conduct psychological, developmental, and behavioral assessments for children aged 0-4.
• Identify developmental delays, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation issues, and social-emotional needs.
• Develop individualized psychological support plans and implement early intervention strategies.
• Deliver one-on-one or small-group sessions to promote emotional, social, and behavioral development.
• Monitor and document progress using validated early childhood assessment tools.

Descripción del empleo

Sharjah Government Nurseries (SGN), operating under Sharjah Education Academy (SEA), delivers high-quality early childhood education and care for children aged 0-4 across the Emirate of Sharjah. SGN is dedicated to nurturing a professional community founded on care, collaboration, and excellence. We support our educators and specialists through ongoing development and evidence-based practices, ensuring each role contributes to shaping confident, curious, and compassionate young learners.

Role Purpose

The Psychologist supports the psychological, behavioral, and socio-emotional development of children aged 0-4 across SGN nurseries. The role provides expert assessment, early intervention, consultation, and guidance for three key groups:

• Children – psychological assessment, emotional/behavioral support, early intervention.
• Teachers – training, classroom guidance, behavior management strategies.
• Parents – counselling, positive parenting support, developmental guidance.

The Psychologist ensures that all children’s developmental needs are understood and supported using evidence-based early childhood psychology practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Support for Children (Primary Role)
• Conduct psychological, developmental, and behavioral assessments for children aged 0-4.
• Identify developmental delays, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation issues, and social-emotional needs.
• Develop individualized psychological support plans and implement early intervention strategies.
• Deliver one-on-one or small-group sessions to promote emotional, social, and behavioral development.
• Monitor and document progress using validated early childhood assessment tools.