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A leading British curriculum school in Dubai invites applicants for the position of Reading Coach who can join immediately. The ideal candidate should fulfill the following requirements:

• Bachelor or Masters degree in English is mandatory
• Minimum one year experience in UAE (British curriculum) or in similar role is required.
• Teachers with good knowledge of phonics is preferred.
• Teachers with excellent English communication skill is preferred.
• Candidates under own visa/spouse visa will be preferred
• Candidate should be physically present in UAE
• Candidates who can join immediately is preferred

As a librarian, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the library's collection of books, magazines, and other materials. This includes cataloging and organizing library materials using the Dewey Decimal system, ensuring all library materials are properly labeled and shelved in a timely manner.

• Cataloging and organizing library materials using the Dewey Decimal system
• Ensuring all library materials are properly labeled and shelved in a timely manner
• Assisting library patrons with finding and checking out materials
• Providing reference services to patrons, including answering questions and helping with research projects
• Developing and implementing programs to promote literacy and reading among patrons of all ages
• Collaborating with teachers to integrate library resources into their lesson plans
• Maintaining accurate records of library transactions and statistics

The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system and cataloging standards, excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, and experience working with diverse populations, including non-native English speakers.

Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field required. Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a librarian in a similar setting preferred.

This is a contract position with the potential for extension based on performance. We welcome applicants from all nationalities who meet the requirements.

Seeking a highly skilled Reading Coach to enhance student reading skills at a leading school in Dubai.

• Mandatory Bachelor or Masters degree in English required
• Minimum one year experience in UAE (British curriculum) or similar role preferred.
• Familiarity with phonics and excellent English communication skills highly valued.

The ideal candidate should be physically present in the UAE and available to start immediately.

To liaise and coordinate between the education department and the schools on various external education initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with public schools and the representatives assigned to Emirates Literature Foundation special education projects throughout the year.
• Liaise with school representatives on all special education projects.
• Support in designing the education program for various special projects, including choice of authors, suitable books for every age group, and writing session blurbs.
• Promote the Foundation and the EAFOL Children's and Education Programmes to schools and universities and encourage registrations and sales.
• Attend education events and offer front and back of house support as necessary.
• Support the Education team in promoting any year-round educational courses, initiatives, and events for the Foundation if required.
• Support the Education team and the wider organization in any foundation initiatives where needed.
• Reading for Pleasure Project with the Emirates School Establishment (ESE):
• Support the team in choosing suitable books/authors for each age group in both Arabic and English.
• Organize webinars for teachers and parents to promote reading for pleasure and encourage participation, and liaise internally with the relevant team members.
• Communicate with the curriculum teams at all schools on the choice of books and topics and approvals.
• Liaise with the training department team at all schools to arrange teacher webinars.
• Prepare presentations when needed to present the project to relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with the authors and the production team regarding webinars and recordings – if applicable.
• Work with the authors on the resource packs provided alongside the project – when applicable.
• Liaise with pilot schools on the regular weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly visits to the schools and organize logistics.
• Support the team with the physical visits to the schools.
• Be prepared to participate in storytelling within the pilot schools and engage with the students.

Interested applicants residing in Dubai are encouraged to submit their details through the provided link.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Current visa status and expiry date.
• Notice period.
• Last drawn/current salary.
• Do you hold a valid UAE driving license?
• Do you have own transport?

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Fluency in Arabic (Required).
• Fluency in English (Required).

To liaise and coordinate between the education department and the schools on various external education initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with public schools and the representatives assigned to Emirates Literature Foundation special education projects throughout the year.
• Liaise with school representatives on all special education projects.
• Support in designing the education program for various special projects, including choice of authors, suitable books for every age group, and writing session blurbs.
• Promote the Foundation and the EAFOL Children’s and Education Programmes to schools and universities and encourage registrations and sales.
• Attend education events and offer front and back of house support as necessary.
• Support the Education team in promoting any year-round educational courses, initiatives, and events for the Foundation if required.
• Support the Education team and the wider organization in any foundation initiatives where needed.
• Reading for Pleasure Project with the Emirates School Establishment (ESE):
• Support the team in choosing suitable books/authors for each age group in both Arabic and English.
• Organize webinars for teachers and parents to promote reading for pleasure and encourage participation, and liaise internally with the relevant team members.
• Communicate with the curriculum teams at all schools on the choice of books and topics and approvals.
• Liaise with the training department team at all schools to arrange teacher webinars.
• Prepare presentations when needed to present the project to relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with the authors and the production team regarding webinars and recordings – if applicable.
• Work with the authors on the resource packs provided alongside the project – when applicable.
• Liaise with pilot schools on the regular weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly visits to the schools and organize logistics.
• Support the team with the physical visits to the schools.
• Be prepared to participate in storytelling within the pilot schools and engage with the students.

Interested applicants residing in Dubai are encouraged to submit their details through the provided link.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Current visa status and expiry date.
• Notice period.
• Last drawn/current salary.
• Do you hold a valid UAE driving license?
• Do you have own transport?

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Fluency in Arabic (Required).
• Fluency in English (Required).

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Job Description
Job Purpose:
Assist teachers in their work as directed. Teaching assistants will be asked to assist with a range of tasks on a regular basis.
Job Scope:
Have the authority to supervise small groups of children or whole classes of children in an emergency situation, or when specifically requested to do so by the Principal or Senior Management Team. Teaching assistants are fully insured to supervise groups of children inside and outside the classrooms.
Internal & External Interactions:
Teachers, school staff and management, pupils, parents.
Key Accountabilities:
Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
Assist the teacher with reading related activities.
Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed by the teacher.
Prepare and tidy up classroom activities. Mount work displays and assist with preparation of displays.
Photocopy documents and assist with preparation of worksheets etc as requested.
Responsible for covering class for short periods of time in emergency situations.
Tidy and rearrange stock cupboards and distribute new stock.
Take children to toilet and change/clean them when necessary.
Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum eg literacy,
numeracy and Phonetics.
Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at
all times.
Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Ensure tact, confidentiality and discretion at all times. Maintain confidential information and ensure information pertaining to students and the school is not shared or discussed without the approval of the teacher or senior management team.
Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.
Skills
Qualifications / knowledge:
Good level of general education especially in Maths and English.
Skills:
Strong communication skills with excellent standard of written and spoken English. ICT skills desirable. Able to handle a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues.
Experience:
Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children preferred.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Education and Training
• Industries Education Administration Programs

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Nibras International School is looking for a Teaching Assistant and Bus Attendant to join the team in August 2025

Description

Nibras International School is looking for a Teaching Assistant and Bus Attendant to join the team in August 2025

For all staff in school we share a responsibility to ensure that children are always safe and properly supervised. Our school is committed to 'amazing learning'- providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. All staff are expected to adhere to NIS policies and code of conduct and commit to promoting our vision - 'A happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices, engage in meaningful learning experiences and make exceptional progress'

A teacher assistant supports the teacher of the class in educating children. An assistant basically handles tasks that free the teacher to focus on the learning agenda for the day. They are responsible for human support and paraprofessional work assisting the teacher with instructional activities and assisting students by reinforcing material already presented through special efforts and repetitions. Assisting teachers in managing, organizing and coordinating all task related to the respective section.

Key Qualities And Skills

• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching
• Ability to deal effectively with students and teachers
• Skilled in the use of classroom and instructional equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, and students
• Important Skills: Enthusiasm, imagination, energy, adaptability, patience and responsibility
  
  

• Organize, prepare and pass out project materials, setting up audio equipment and track attendance
• Maintain classroom supplies and helps children retrieve materials, clean-up workspaces and gather belongings
• Collect and display suitable material for educational displays and decorate classrooms and corridors
• Supervise snack and other related duties
• Assist the classroom teacher and accept all duties assigned in support of teaching and learning
• Perform a variety of office assistance tasks such as photocopying, filing, answering the telephone, etc. as required
  
  

• Monitor students and maintains order on the bus, including the wearing of seatbelts at all times
• Ensure the safety of each student at all the times
• Check the attendance of the students registered on the bus before departure and at arrival to school
• Inform the teacher / parent about any absences
• Check Bus mobile for instructions from Transport Manager / Coordinator
• Collects/Drop-off KG1 to G2 students from their classrooms
• Manage student behavior on the bus while enroute to/from the school
• Report behavioral issues to the transport manager
• At drop off of student ensure that the student is hand-over to the authorized adult
• Contact parents should the child not be at the collection point
• Conduct checks at the end of every trip and ensure no students or their belongings are left inside the bus.
• Help students enter/exit from the school bus from their authorized adult
• Inform transport manager for any safeguarding issues e.g., no authorized adult at collection point
  
  

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are in the classrooms
• Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school
• Ensure all students are seated and belted during their travel in the school bus
• Assist in handing over the student to an authorized adult when dropping them home
  
  

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Willing attitude to be a part of the school team
• Strong sense of professionalism
• Safeguarding and welfare of children
• Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form
• A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Behavior management
  
  

• Empathetic listener
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Internationally minded
• Emotional intelligence
• Intercultural awareness, creative
• Flexible and a can-do attitude
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Other

• Job function Education and Training
• Industries Education Administration Programs

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We are looking for experienced and qualified Teaching and Learning Assistants to join our team Westfield Nursery is a purpose-built Nursery located in City Walk with state-of-the-art facilities. We are growing and are looking for energetic and passionate TAs to complete our amazing team If you are looking for an exciting challenge, please apply below

The right candidate should meet the following requirements:

1. Must have Cache level 1, 2 or 3 depending on the position applied for
2. At least 2 years of experience working in a Nursery
3. Excellent English (writing and speaking)

Duties and responsibilities

This position involves providing both educational and emotional support for children, ensuring their well-being, and helping them grow academically and socially. Below are the key duties and responsibilities of a teaching assistant:

1. Child Care and Supervision
   1. Provide a Safe Environment: Ensure the child's safety at all times, both inside and outside the home.
   2. Basic Care: Help with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, feeding, and changing diapers for younger children.
   3. Nap Time and Sleep Supervision: Establish and maintain a consistent sleep schedule for younger children.
2. Educational Support
   1. Skill Development: Foster cognitive, motor, language, and social skills through fun and engaging activities, including art, reading, games, or music.
   2. Promote Literacy and Numeracy: Help children develop reading and math skills, using various teaching techniques.
   3. Monitor Progress: Track the child's academic and developmental progress, and report back to parents regularly.
3. Emotional Support and Social Development
   1. Provide Emotional Care: Offer comfort and reassurance when the child is feeling upset, stressed, or frustrated.
   2. Encourage Socialization: Facilitate playdates, interactions with peers, and participation in group activities to build social skills.
   3. Teach Conflict Resolution: Help children resolve disputes peacefully and encourage cooperative behavior.
4. Household Duties Related to Child Care
   1. Light Housekeeping: Perform tasks related to the child's care, such as cleaning up after meals, doing the child's laundry, and organizing toys and school materials.
5. Health and Hygiene Monitoring
   1. Monitor Health: Keep track of the child's health, including any allergies, medications, or special needs.
   2. First Aid and Emergency Care: Be prepared to handle basic first aid and know how to respond to emergencies (e.g., minor injuries, illness, or allergic reactions).
6. Personalized Support
   1. Adapting to Individual Needs: Understand each child's unique learning style and needs, and adjust educational activities and care accordingly.

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Nibras International School is looking for a Teaching Assistant and Bus Attendant to join the team in August 2025

For all staff in school we share a responsibility to ensure that children are always safe and properly supervised. Our school is committed to 'amazing learning'- providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. All staff are expected to adhere to NIS policies and code of conduct and commit to promoting our vision - 'A happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices, engage in meaningful learning experiences and make exceptional progress'

A teacher assistant supports the teacher of the class in educating children. An assistant basically handles tasks that free the teacher to focus on the learning agenda for the day. They are responsible for human support and paraprofessional work assisting the teacher with instructional activities and assisting students by reinforcing material already presented through special efforts and repetitions. Assisting teachers in managing, organizing and coordinating all task related to the respective section.

Key Qualities And Skills

• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching
• Ability to deal effectively with students and teachers
• Skilled in the use of classroom and instructional equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, and students
• Important Skills: Enthusiasm, imagination, energy, adaptability, patience and responsibility
  
  

• Organize, prepare and pass out project materials, setting up audio equipment and track attendance
• Maintain classroom supplies and helps children retrieve materials, clean-up workspaces and gather belongings
• Collect and display suitable material for educational displays and decorate classrooms and corridors
• Supervise snack and other related duties
• Assist the classroom teacher and accept all duties assigned in support of teaching and learning
• Perform a variety of office assistance tasks such as photocopying, filing, answering the telephone, etc. as required
  
  

• Monitor students and maintains order on the bus, including the wearing of seatbelts at all times
• Ensure the safety of each student at all the times
• Check the attendance of the students registered on the bus before departure and at arrival to school
• Inform the teacher / parent about any absences
• Check Bus mobile for instructions from Transport Manager / Coordinator
• Collects/Drop-off KG1 to G2 students from their classrooms
• Manage student behavior on the bus while enroute to/from the school
• Report behavioral issues to the transport manager
• At drop off of student ensure that the student is hand-over to the authorized adult
• Contact parents should the child not be at the collection point
• Conduct checks at the end of every trip and ensure no students or their belongings are left inside the bus.
• Help students enter/exit from the school bus from their authorized adult
• Inform transport manager for any safeguarding issues e.g., no authorized adult at collection point
  
  

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are in the classrooms
• Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school
• Ensure all students are seated and belted during their travel in the school bus
• Assist in handing over the student to an authorized adult when dropping them home
  
  

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Willing attitude to be a part of the school team
• Strong sense of professionalism
• Safeguarding and welfare of children
• Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form
• A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Behavior management
  
  

• Empathetic listener
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Internationally minded
• Emotional intelligence
• Intercultural awareness, creative
• Flexible and a can-do attitude
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Education and Training
• Industries Primary and Secondary Education and Education

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