Teacher - Learning Support

Anderson & Booz; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson & Booz in Dubai seeks a compassionate Learning Support Assistant / Special Educator to support a Grade 8 child with Autism in school, home, and community settings.

The role involves adapting materials, running individualized programs, and ensuring the student’s educational and emotional needs are met while collaborating with teachers and parents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Special Education, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with children with Autism or other special needs in educational settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with children, parents and professionals.
• Fluency in English required.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing classroom needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the classroom teacher and support staff to implement IEPs and behavioral strategies.
• Prepare and adapt learning materials to suit the child’s learning style.
• Provide one‑on‑one support to a child with Autism, addressing educational and emotional needs.
• Run one‑on‑one programs in school and at home.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment to support academic and social growth.
• Monitor and report on the child’s progress and behaviors to teachers and professionals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

English fluency

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or Special Education

Job description

Job Title

Learning Support Assistant / Special Educator

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teacher - Learning Support to join a family in Dubai. The ideal candidate will provide invaluable support to a child with Autism at Grade 8 , ensuring they receive personalized assistance within the classroom environment in addition of running programs at home . This role requires someone with a deep passion for working as teacher with special needs children, excellent interpersonal skills.

Location: Dubai, UAE – Sustainable City (Mainstream British School)

Setting: School, home and community.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the classroom teacher and other support staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavioral support strategies.


• Preparing and adapting learning materials and resources as needed to accommodate the child's learning style and abilities.


• Provide one‑on‑one support and assistance to a child with Autism, ensuring their educational and emotional needs are met.


• Runing one‑on‑one program in school and home.


• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where the child can thrive academically and socially.


• Monitor and record the child's progress, behaviors, and achievements, reporting findings to the teacher and relevant professionals as required.


• Encourage and promote independence, confidence, and positive social interactions among the child and their peers.


• Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians, providing regular updates on the child's progress and any concerns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Special Education, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.


• Proven experience working with children with Autism or other special needs in an educational setting.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with children, teachers, parents, and other professionals.


• Patient, empathetic, and compassionate attitude towards working with children with special needs.


• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and needs in the classroom environment.


• Fluency in English is required.


• Adequate knowledge of the National British Curriculum.