Teaching Assistant (Emirati Talent )

At HEI, we are on a mission to provide high-quality education to as many children and families around the world as possible. Following a child centric, play-based learning approach based on Finland’s early education curriculum, we want to demonstrate that learning is fun, and that it’s not just us saying it, but based on research. Join us on our journey and expansion into the UAE.

Supporting the UAE’s “We the UAE” advanced and integrated social empowerment model, HEI UAE Early Learning Centres aims to unleash the potential of young learners by leveraging an education system that instils moral values and enriches knowledge throughout all life stages. As the latest addition to Finland’s renowned HEI Schools global network, we incorporate a research-based, holistic approach that not only enriches the Early Childhood Education ecosystem in the UAE, but also promises to yield positive effects on the broader society and contribute to the development of the nation’s future leaders.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children placed in the school.
• Support children’s physical, socio-emotional and language development through diverse activities and supervision.
• Ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Follow the nursery policies, regarding safeguarding and positive behaviour management particularly.
• To encourage children to use a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and imaginative play.
• To teach basic personal hygiene, proper eating habits and social skills.
• Adhere to the class timetable.
• Prepare materials, class activities and classroom for daily activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests. Giving them the opportunity to observe, question and investigate.
• Identify children showing signs of emotional, development, or health problems and discuss them initially with the Lead teacher or nurse and further with the principal.
• Organize and label displays and student work.
• Carry out daily risk assessments and supervise indoor and outdoor play to foster safety of the children.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and any training workshops.
• Confer with other staff members to plan weekly activities to promote learning based on the topics and curriculum.
• Participate in staff teamwork.
• Attend special functions if required outside of the normal school day.

• Minimum: Highschool Diploma
• Desired: Bachelor in Education or English/Arabic language
• Cache Level 2
• Emirati, family book holder

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum: 1 year of similar experience
• Desired: 2-3 years of similar experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of best practices in early childhood education, curriculum development, and pedagogy.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders, parents, and community partners.
• Understanding financial management principles and experience in budgeting and resource allocation.
• Familiarity with licensing requirements, regulations, and compliance standards in early childhood education.