Educational Assistant (Full-Time) – UAE Nationals

About the role

Dubai American Academy, the flagship school of GEMS Education, is seeking a motivated UAE National to join its team as a full‑time Educational Assistant. The role supports teachers in creating a positive learning environment for students from Pre‑K to Grade 12.

Key responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom activities, including small‑group work and preparation of displays.
• Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed.
• Photocopy documents, prepare worksheets, and tidy classroom spaces.
• Cover classes for short periods in emergency situations.
• Maintain stock cupboards, distribute new materials, and support curriculum areas such as literacy, numeracy and phonetics.
• Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and uphold GEMS policies, procedures and codes of conduct.

Required profile

• Strong communication skills with excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to handle a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues.
• Availability for a Monday‑Friday work schedule.
• Commitment to confidentiality, discretion and safeguarding standards.