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EH102 - Full-Time Governess/Educator - Dubai

Job Locations AE-Dubai
Posted Date 3 days ago(3/31/2025 8:24 AM)
Job Reference Code
EH102
# of Openings
1
Category
Nanny

Overview

A kind and caring Mom living in Dubai is seeking a governess/educator to help care for her four children, aged 2-years-old, twin 3.5-year-olds, and 7- years-old. The candidate wouldn't initially have all 4 children at the same time; there would always be a second person. Mom is open to a live-in or out set-up, a private bedroom and bathroom is offered within their home, or she is open to leasing a 1-bedroom apartment for the candidate nearby. 

 

Mom would like for the children to be home-schooled and for the candidate to personalise a curriculum specifically for all four children. You would work with Mum as a tag team, with the curriculum and collaborating with the schedule.

 

The schedule would typically be a 12-hour day, either 7am-7pm or 8am-8pm, with availability to help with morning/night-time routine, and with the flexibility for occasional later starts/finishes. It would typically be a 5-day week with the option for 5.5 days when required.

 

Mom is around and she would like to spend 1-1 quality time with each child.  

 

The candidate would ideally be available to start by the end of April.

 

Responsibilities

  • Design and organize age appropriate educational materials and activities 
  • Sourcing, curating and organizing materials and supplies 
  • The children enjoy arts & crafts, and have wonderful imaginations, the candidate should be able to encourage them in this area
  • The children enjoy messy play and experimenting, the candidate should be able to encourage them in this area
  • Deliver lessons in various subjects, providing explanations, demonstrations, and discussions in a fun and engaging manor
  • Assist in identifying tutors/private instructors for specialized topics such as computing, foreign languages, etc. 
  • Personalize a curriculum that is suitable for each of the children's educational needs and ensure they are following their interests
  • It is important that the children learn basic life skills, tidying up after themselves, making their beds in the morning, etc.
  • Ensure that mom is kept up-to-date on the children's progress, challenges, and achievements through informal assessments 
  • Keep to the typical school day timings and ensure the children are in a routine
  • Mom intends to travel frequently and wishes for the children's learning to continue during this period, incorporating their surroundings, language, etc.
  • To be able to encourage manners and set boundaries in a firm, but kind and fair manner
  • Ensure there are opportunities for the children to interact socially with their peers, as well as encouraging independent playtime
  • Keep a record of the children's progress as required by home-schooling regulations or agreements with parents.
  • Source local classes for gymnastics, jujitsu, or Taekwondo

Qualifications

  • The family love outdoor adventures-weather permitting, so the candidate should enjoy most outdoor activities, and nature
  • Health and fitness are important to our family, the candidate should also encourage and promote this lifestyle and be a great role model to the children
  • A driver isn't essential but would be a plus 
  • Should be open to help with the children's laundry, light cooking, light cleaning etc. when needed. A housekeeper is also employed
  • Mom would prefer the candidate to have knowledge of the US curriculum but is open to British curriculum
  • Work with mom and help to schedule events

Requirements

  • The candidate should be motivated, organized, and creative
  • The candidate should be vocal and able to help with problem solving, and a great communicator
  • US/UK/EU passport/ Green Card/ EAC
  • Must have previous experience of working in Dubai
  • Must be CPR/first aid certified
  • Must be passport and travel ready

Salary and Benefits

  • 25K AED monthly
  • Visa provided
  • 4 weeks paid holiday
  • Annual flight ticket
  • Health insurance

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