Namou · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-13
Workplace: on_site
Description
About the Role
A private household in the UAE is seeking a warm, energetic, and highly capable project-based learning coach to guide their 8- and 6-year-old children through daily academic learning and real-life application.
This role blends structured teaching with creative, child-led exploration, nurturing both emotional intelligence and intellectual growth. This guide will not mind mess, will be flexible with studying across many topics, and will design engaging days that support our child’s natural curiosity (without screens or rigid curricula).
The teacher will work in a home environment that 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/projects across numeracy, science, history, 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 child grows
Create and maintain portfolios documenting learning progress using photos, notes, and reflections
Provide a safe, nurturing, and emotionally responsive learning environment
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic background in Primary Education
Proven experience working with primary-aged children in both 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
Requirements
Fluent in English (Spanish is a big plus)
Strong observational and communication skills
Based in Dubai or committed to moving
Flexible, proactive, and collaborative mindset
Benefits
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