Arabic Classroom Teacher

About the role

A bilingual nursery in the UAE is looking for an Arabic classroom teacher who delivers Arabic through everyday interactions, songs, rhymes, stories, small group activities and play, in line with the EYFS framework and an in-the-moment planning approach. The role works alongside the English practitioner in the room, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver Arabic learning experiences integrated into the daily routine, building listening, speaking and pre-literacy skills
• Create an Arabic-rich classroom with labelled print, books and resources, and plan cultural celebrations such as UAE National Day
• Support both native and non-native Arabic speakers, and observe and assess each child's progress
• Work with the English practitioner to deliver the bilingual programme as one shared routine
• Maintain daily contact with parents, attend parent-teacher meetings and use the Parent App or an approved platform for documentation
• Support children during settling in, mealtimes, nappy changing, toileting, rest and transitions
• Apply age-appropriate expectations and consistent, respectful behaviour strategies under the GGN Behaviour Policy
• Keep a clean, safe environment, record accidents and incidents, follow safeguarding procedures and keep accurate records
• Take part in training, staff meetings and nursery events, and maintain confidentiality

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a CACHE Level 3 Diploma or equivalent, attested
• At least two years' experience in an EYFS setting within the UAE
• Native Arabic speaker
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills