Teachers Assistant

Job description / Role

On establishing a new, full age-range school in Dubai, Praxis Education wishes to recruit exceptional teaching staff to contribute to the founding team of The Arbor School.

Teachers Assistant for August 2018

This is an opportunity to join the team of a new, premium, full age-range school in Dubai which will open in August 2018. Operating to the English curriculum, the school will have, as its core philosophy, an emphasis on ecological education, education for sustainability and inclusion. The facilities shall be outstanding, and include bio-domes, learning gardens and extensive provision for both sports and the arts.

We therefore seek exceptionally hard working and motivated Teaching Assistants, who view a founding school as an opportunity to take an important role in shaping a truly outstanding education. Starting in the primary phase, we are looking to recruit Teaching Assistants who are willing to go that extra mile, and who can form excellent relationships with colleagues, parents and students. All our staff shall play a key role in fulfilling the school’s mission in ensuring that The Arbor School fosters a positive, caring and compassionate learning environment, which is anchored by a deep sense of environmental justice and sustainability.

The Arbor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to CV and qualification checking, interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

Requirements

Required Candidate profile:
• Bachelor degree in a related subject matter and/or equivalent.
• A successful track record in teaching and learning and an ability to create a caring and nurturing classroom environment.
• Assist in instructing and supervising children in classroom activities.
• An appreciation for environmental sustainability and of values-based education.
• A sense of humour and excellent work ethic.
• At least three years in utilizing research library, research, plan, and develop age appropriate activities for lesson plans in conjunction with the Lead Teacher.
• To complete the assigned work in case the class teacher is absent or on leave.
• Assist in getting the students ready for the activity, summarize brainstorming points, making sure students are attentive etc.)
• Experience of working in an international school setting fully qualified to teach in the UAE (Required).

The Arbor School reserves the right to appoint a candidate before the termination of the advertisement date, so early applications are encouraged.

All appointments are subject to KHDA approval.

About the Company

An Educational Investment group that owns and runs schools within the UAE. Head office is based in Dubai.