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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