Job Description

We're seeking a warm, energetic, and highly capable Play-Based Learning Coach to guide our 4 and 6 year-old children through daily academic learning and curiosity-led play. This role blends structured teaching with creative, child-led exploration, nurturing both emotional intelligence and intellectual growth. The right person will love mess, movement, and meaningful learning, and will design engaging days that support our children's natural curiosity--without screens or rigid curriculums.
You'll work in a home environment that values independence, empathy, and hands-on discovery. Background in early childhood education, psychology, or behavioral therapy is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and facilitate daily learning experiences based on the children's interests and natural curiosity
• Blend academic structure with exploratory, imaginative play across literacy, numeracy, science, arts, and nature
• Foster emotional intelligence, creativity, critical thinking, and independence through real-world projects and sensory-rich activities
• Implement child-led, curiosity-driven learning models that evolve as the children grow
• Organize field trips, outdoor play, and experiential learning opportunities
• Create and maintain portfolios documenting learning progress using photos, notes, and reflections
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive learning environment
• Guide children through emotional moments with patience and attunement

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Academic background in Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or a related field

• Proven experience working with children ages 3-6 in both academic and play settings

• Knowledge or experience in unschooling, homeschooling, or alternative education models

• Familiar with attachment-based parenting or behavioral therapy principles

• Emotionally attuned, patient, and confident in supporting children through emotional regulation

• Enjoys messy play, outdoor games, storytelling, and hands-on activities

• Bonus: Experience working with neurodivergent children or those with sensory differences.
• Candidates with Colombian nationality are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

• Fluent in English (Arabic and/or Spanish is plus)

• Strong observational and communication skills

• Based in Dubai

• Flexible, proactive, and collaborative mindset

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Supportive and respectful family environment

• Creative freedom to design meaningful, child-centered learning journeys

• Opportunities for professional growth in alternative education

• Flexible and balanced work schedule

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