Child-Led Learning Facilitator (Private Household, Dubai)

About the role

A private household in the UAE is looking for a warm, energetic and highly capable project-based learning coach to guide its 8- and 6-year-old children through daily academic learning and real-life application. The role blends structured teaching with creative, child-led exploration, nurturing emotional intelligence and intellectual growth. It suits someone who does not mind mess, is flexible across many topics and designs engaging, screen-free days without rigid curricula. The home environment values independence, alternative methods, life skills and real-world applications; a background in Waldorf, holistic methods and/or unschooling is encouraged.

Key responsibilities

• Design and facilitate daily learning experiences based on the child's interests and natural curiosity
• Blend academic structure with exploratory, imaginative play and projects across numeracy, science, history, arts and nature
• Foster emotional intelligence, creativity, critical thinking and independence through real-world projects and sensory-rich activities
• Create and maintain portfolios documenting learning progress with photos, notes and reflections
• Provide a safe, nurturing and emotionally responsive learning environment

Required profile

• Academic background in Primary Education
• Proven experience working with primary-aged children in academic and project-based settings
• Knowledge or experience in unschooling, homeschooling or alternative education
• Emotionally attuned, patient and confident in supporting children through emotional regulation
• Enjoys play, games, storytelling and hands-on activities
• Fluent in English (Spanish is a big plus); based in Dubai or willing to move there

Required skills

• Strong observational and communication skills
• 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